Asbestos Removal Montreal & Surrounding Areas

Why Do I Need Attic Asbestos Removal in Montreal? Is My Attic Safe?

Asbestos is a natural mineral fibre, frequently used in residential construction because of its resistance to chemicals and also because of its non-combustibility, knowing that asbestos has great thermal properties. At one time, asbestos was considered a “magic mineral”. A star product for your home. Today, asbestos is recognized as a dangerous carcinogen and its use is prohibited in Canada and in most industrialized countries.

Houses built between 1920 and 1985 are likely to contain asbestos-based materials. Since that time, its use has been discontinued and the asbestos industry and products are heavily regulated in Canada.

Asbestos in its Natural State

Do Not Attempt Asbestos Removal in Montreal Attics by Yourself, Do Not Put Your Health at Risk

Don’t start any work without knowing if your home contains asbestos! The only way to confirm the presence of asbestos is through sampling and air testing. You can contact your provincial or territorial workplace safety authorities at any time to find out what qualifications or certifications are required in your area.

Although harmless in their inert state, these products become dangerous when they are cut, degraded or fragmented. This frequently happens during renovation or refurbishment work, for example. Often, asbestos fibers are dispersed in the air and can enter the lungs of occupants and infect them. Simply moving or handling materials can release large amounts of fibres into the air. These light, highly volatile fibres will remain in your everyday environment. Every time you move around the room, they become airborne again, making them very likely to be inhaled into your lungs.

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