If you have reason to believe that your home or building has deteriorated suspect building materials, it is imperative to have those materials tested for asbestos. • Lung Cancer • Mesothelioma (Cancer of the Stomach) • Cancer of the Esophagus, Colon & Pancreas Thermal System Insulation (TSI) - Insulation used to inhibit heat transfer or prevent condensation. Surfacing Materials – ACBM sprayed or troweled on surfaces for acoustical, decorative, or fireproofing purposes. Miscellaneous Materials – Other, largely non-friable, products and materials. • Sample Collection Asbestos Removal/Asbestos Abatement PROJECT MANAGEMENT - Licensed Asbestos Removal and Testing Project Managers provide project supervision and a comprehensive final report, including daily activity reports and contractor submittal. AIR SAMPLING - Licensed Air Sampling Professionals will provide air sampling on a project specific basis according to applicable regulatory procedures. Services include the following: Indoor Air Quality Sampling
Asbestos is one of the leading causes of airborne illnesses in schools, offices and other buildings nationwide. Exposure to asbestos fibers can cause lung cancer. An estimated 20,000 people will die each year for the next 30 years from asbestos exposure.
Health Effects of Asbestos
Exposure to asbestos can increase the risk of developing one or more harmful disease. The most common disease associated with asbestos exposure is asbestosis – a restrictive lung disease that is caused by the scarring of the lung by asbestos fibers. A common symptom of asbestosis is shortness of breath. Like most asbestos affiliated diseases, the latency period for asbestosis is 20-40 years. Here are some other health effects affiliated with asbestos exposure:
Where is Asbestos Found?
Asbestos is a plentiful, readily available & low in cost mineral fiber. It has been used in thousands of building materials due to its high tensile strength, fire retardant characteristics and poor heat electrical conductivity. Due to these dynamic physical properties, asbestos is commonly found in fireproofing materials, and is also added to a variety of building materials to increase strength. The three categories of Asbestos-Containing Building Materials (ACBM) are:
• Pipe Insulation • Boiler insulation • Duct Insulation • Gaskets
• Sprayed-On Fireproofing • Plaster • Stucco • Terrazo
• Floor Tile • Ceiling Tile • Transite Board • Exterior House Siding • Roofing Felt
Asbestos Removal Testing, Ventura County, CA.
BUILDING AND RESIDENTIAL INSPECTIONS - KNK provides licensed asbestos building inspectors to conduct a comprehensive inspection to identify suspect asbestos-containing building materials (ACBM). The inspection includes:
• Sample Analysis
• Quantification of Materials Present
• Hazard Assessment
• Course of Action Recommendation
• Report Generation
KNK provides licensed supervisors and workers to remove asbestos building materials from your home or facility. These services include, but are not limited to:
