Asbestos (Designated
Substances)

Testing for presence of asbestos and
carrying out asbestos abatement.

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Asbestos Sampling &
Analysis in Material & Air

While newer buildings aren’t allowed to contain asbestos, many older structures have asbestos in the building materials as well as insulation for pipes, ducts, tanks and boilers. Asbestos is a dangerous material that poses significant health risks, universally classified as a carcinogen. While generally not an immediate threat in a solid state, components that contain asbestos can get disrupted when moved (renovations, demolition, etc.), producing airborne particulates that are harmful to residents, workers and anyone who may come into contact.

Asbestos is a dangerous material that was commonly used to build materials due to its durability and usability in the industrial and construction industries. Asbestos is classified as a carcinogen and can also cause numerous respiratory problems including: Asbestosis and Mesothelioma. Asbestos has been used as a general insulation for pipes, boilers, tanks and ducts.

During building renovations, expansions or demolitions, the asbestos can be disrupted and could become an airborne carcinogen – a danger to anyone in the vicinity. If you think that you may be living or working in a space that contains asbestos contact us to receive a professional asbestos assessment.

The Primary Causes of Substandard Indoor Air Quality

Biological Pollutants
Biological contaminants that detract from indoor air quality include bacteria, viruses, pet dander, pollen and bugs; standing water, water-damaged materials or wet surfaces also serve as a breeding ground for bacteria, mild & mildew and more.
Chemical Pollutants

Indoor air quality is affected by chemical pollutants including carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, benzene, nitrogen dioxide and naphthalene – from sources such as tobacco smoke, lead, radon, pesticides and VOC’s (volatile organic compounds).

Radiological Pollutants
Electromagnetic radiation is another major factor in indoor air quality and pollution. This includes the radio frequency, infrared, visible, ultraviolet, and x-ray portions of the spectrum. We test for potential radiological pollution generators.

Asbestos Abatement
Inspection, Monitoring &
Verification

Once the presence of asbestos has been detected in your home or place of business, the next step is to identify the precise location of the asbestos within the building, as well as the nature of the asbestos (how stable it is at the moment, how it will react when touched or moved, etc.). Once this step is done, we develop a comprehensive plan for asbestos abatement and removal. Our team of certified & experienced asbestos abatement experts will let you know beforehand what’s necessary from your end for preparation for their arrival; then they’ll go to work to remove all the asbestos from your home or building.

Upon completion of the asbestos abatement & removal process, the job isn’t finished until we’ve inspected the site once again for the presence of asbestos, fully verifying that not a trace of asbestos remains. We handle all the disposal of asbestos and related materials through proper, certified means.

We also provide Designated Substance Surveys for workplaces and other buildings. The designated substance category covers biological, chemical or physical agents that are either prohibited, restricted, controlled or regulated.

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Our Service Areas – Where We Offer Air Quality Testing

  • Ottawa

  • Barrhaven

  • Orleans

  • Stittsville

  • Kanata

  • Gloucester

  • Vanier

  • Metcalfe

  • Greely

  • Carp

  • Richmond

  • Nepean

  • Kingston

  • Belleville

  • Trenton