Asbestos Testing & Removal
Asbestos Removal You Can Depend On
Asbestos can be a very dangerous substance. It was used very widely across North America as a fire-resistant material in building houses, as well as insulation. However, by the 1980s asbestos became banned from use due it its carcinogenic effects – it was proven to contribute to cancer in the lungs and throat if inhaled for a long period of time.
Common places to discover asbestos are:
- Old floor and ceiling tiles
- Roof shingles and siding
- Insulation (around boilers, ducts, pipes, sheeting, fireplaces)
- Pipe cement and joint compound
What Makes Asbestos Dangerous?
Asbestos becomes a hazard when it is released into the air. If asbestos in the home becomes damaged or moved, asbestos fibers may be released. For example, when asbestos around a boiler or furnace breaks down, it releases dust. Ceilings with asbestos may release fibers when they are drilled into to install something or during renovations.
Many houses were made with asbestos as insulation and simply have not had the opportunity to be fixed. If your house was built in the 20th century, before or around the 1980s, there is a good chance your home may have asbestos. Some newer houses may also contain asbestos.
If you do discover asbestos in your home, do not touch or disturb it! Asbestos fibres released into the air are directly linked to carcinogenic effects on the human body. Instead, call our professional asbestos removal team to help clear your home of the toxic substance. We’ll work with your insurance company to handle your claim and make the process as stress-free as possible for you.
If where you discover asbestos is an area of high traffic, wear protection over your mouth, nose, eyes, and skin before investigating further – and even then, your priority should be calling Certified Asbestos Removal Inc., Calgary’s most trusted professional asbestos removal company.
Testimonials
“In July of 2015 we had the pleasure to enter into a contract with Peter Kiryakos, of Certified Asbestos Removal Inc. Peter and his crew evaluated the project and gave us a very competitive price for the work to be done. Within days of signing our contract
Peter’s company was hard at work professionally removing asbestos from our site to the standards of Alberta Health & Safety guideline and the Asbestos Abatement Manual.”
Frank Edwards
“I approached and hired Certified Asbestos Removal Inc. in April of 2015 to perform an asbestos abatement / demolition for my basement renovation and they have been cost effective, on schedule and had provided lab test results for Insurance purposes promptly. They have done a great job and I would definitely use their services again and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for asbestos removal projects.”
CJ Hunjan
“I had engaged Certified Asbestos Removal Inc. to carry out pre demolition asbestos abatement and have been extremely pleased with the expertise and level of professionalism with which they completed the work. I was particularly impressed with their attention to customer service and the effort they took to minimize costs and inconvenience to the customer. I will be pleased to recommend them to anyone requiring asbestos removal.”
Sanjay Gokani
“When I met the guys at Certified Asbestos Removal Inc., I knew instantly that I was in great hands. I had great confidence and immediate trust in their ability to conduct the services I needed as safely as possible and at a very competitive price while following the safety guidelines. Peter and company kept me very involved throughout the entire project and updated me on a regular basis to make sure that we met our deadline. The guys at Certified Asbestos Removal are great and very trustworthy. As a very satisfied customer/client, I would definitely use their services again and would highly highly highly recommend Peter and Certified Asbestos Removal Inc. for all of you asbestos abatement needs.”
Martin Tchernev