Asbestos

Asbestos was once hailed as a “miracle material” in construction — resistant to fire, water, and corrosion. But today, it’s a hidden danger in thousands of Denver properties. Homes built before 1988 often contain asbestos in floors, walls, ceilings, and…

Replacing carpets can be an exciting venture to enhance the aesthetic and value of your home. You spend time selecting the right brand, perfect color, and best pile for your space. However, replacing carpet becomes a daunting task when asbestos…

If your popcorn ceiling was installed before the 1980s, it probably contains asbestos. You can’t tell just by looking, since asbestos fibers are microscopic. Hire a licensed professional to collect and analyze a sample since DIY testing isn’t as accurate…

Asbestos abatement is the process of removing asbestos-containing materials from renovated or demolished properties. This process is time-consuming, complex, and notably expensive. The costs include: Overall, the cost of asbestos removal can be estimated at $40 per square foot. For…

Worried about asbestos in your plaster or drywall walls? If your Colorado home — especially in areas like Denver, CO — was built before 1985, there’s a high chance it contains hidden asbestos materials, particularly in plaster walls, cement boards,…

“I was sure the demolition would not have started until the end of the month,” I heard once from a customer who was astonished to see me tear apart a third layer of flooring in the kitchen. “I did not…

Identifying asbestos insulation can be tricky because it looks similar to other non-asbestos materials. However, there are a few key signs to look for: 1. Visual Appearance 🔎 Color & Texture: 🔎 Common Forms: 2. Where to Look Asbestos pipe…

You can recognize asbestos siding by its fibrous texture, cement-like appearance, and typical colors ranging from gray to bluish-gray. Look for hues like white, yellow, green, brown, gold, or even black depending on the type. It often appears as cement…

Exploring the topic of identifying asbestos insulation in walls and attics, we uncover that approximately 80% of homes built before 1980 may contain asbestos materials. Understanding the potential risks posed by asbestos exposure is essential for safeguarding our well-being and…

Any renovation, whether big or small, inevitably brings trouble, expense, and plenty of stress. Even the simplest tasks often prove to be more complicated than originally expected. Unexpected developments, such as structural surprises or hidden issues, can quickly derail plans…