The Dangers of Asbestos Exposure Asbestos is a compound made up of six minerals that are often used in commercial and industrial products. When disturbed, fibers of asbestos can become airborne and be inhaled by people, leading to serious health problems. Uses of asbestos were outlawed for the most part in the late 1980’s, but…
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What Questions Should You Ask Your Realtor When Looking For A Home?
Buying your first home is a huge life event. And it can be extremely overwhelming and seem like an impossible task at first. That is why many young families work through real estate agents or realtors. But even working with a realtor, it can be hard to remember all of the questions you need to…
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What You Need To Know About Asbestos Testing
Of all of the tests you should have done on a property before you buy it, few are as important as environmental testing. Within this realm is asbestos testing. Asbestos has long been connected to mesothelioma, a very dangerous lung condition. In fact, the EPA requires asbestos testing before demolition or renovation of a building…
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Mold vs Asbestos vs COVID 19 Symptoms
The novel coronavirus has caused a lot of disruption in American's daily life. A large majority of the Massachusetts workforce has been asked to stay at home and limit outdoor interaction. This means that for many workers that can telecommute or that don't work in an "essential" business, they will need to adjust to working…
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