Asbestos comes from metamorphic rocks they can be referred asbestos minerals whereby they contain many different types of fibres they can be thin or long, but they are not visible to the naked eye. Asbestos fibres are strong and durable they are also fire and heat resistant. Asbestos was widely used prior to the 1990s in construction projects as well as industrial and automotive shops.

Asbestos usage was prohibited after research linked it to harmful health effects.

Through us we ensure that our professional surveyor visits your property to make a prompt analysis and recommendations for asbestos removal. We will follow the following procedures for testing for asbestos:

• Our surveyor will conduct an inspection of asbestos on your property.

• We will take samples to be sent to an asbestos testing facility.

• We will provide a report of the samples that were taken.

We have all the tools needed to safely inspect and collect samples from your location. You will feel safe knowing that we follow proper procedures in everything that we do. Please reach out to us today so that we can help you identify where the hazards are and provide you with accurate results.  

Prior to 1990 asbestos was used in the building of homes and building structures etc. It was known for its fire and heat resistant properties which made it a go to supply to use in the construction industries. Now that research has proven asbestos to be dangerous to health. It is important for our team to work with caution and follow proper procedures when we disturb such materials. Our team will come to you and sample specific locations that you are wanting to renovate or demolish for you to safely proceed with your project. If you need testing and analysis of your home, office, business location we service areas from Hope to Vancouver, BC. Key areas that asbestos can be found are in basement floors, flooring, crawlspaces, furnaces, fireplaces, electrical, plumbing, ducting, roofing, wall and ceiling tiles. There are many materials that could contain asbestos, so reaching out to a professional like Goodhazmat would help you to find out where in your home or business asbestos lurks.

Our team is here to help you. We highly recommend getting your home or business building checked for asbestos to ensure the health and safety of hazardous materials.

If asbestos is disturbed, it releases tiny toxin fibres in the air where it can linger for hours after it is moved or disturbed. When a person inhales the asbestos fibres it causes serious adverse health effects. When the concentration of asbestos is high in the air and breathed in for a long period of time, It will cause negative long term health problems. Asbestos is known to cause cancer and many other serious health issues. When the fibres are inhaled it does not come out which causes damage to the body. It becomes especially dangerous when you continue to be exposed. Asbestos can cause lung issues. There is no way to reverse the damage once it has entered your body. No amount of Asbestos is safe. Some people refer to it as a silent killer. It may take years for the effects to show up, but it is dangerous for you and your family’s health. It is best to reach out to a certified professional inspector like Goodhazmat. 

Asbestos can cause lung cancer, asbestosis, mesothelioma, pleural effusions, pleural thickening, pleural plaques, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. 

Asbestos is dangerous for everyones health. Goodhazmat cares about the health of people, we take our job seriously. We have families too! We make sure to do our job diligently to ensure that the job is done safely and efficiently for all of our clients. Count on Goodhazmat to meet the needs of collecting samples safely, so we can all rest assuredly knowing we followed proper procedures to prevent potential disease or injury.

Please give us a call if you have any questions and we will get back to you in a timely manner.

We can be reached directly at (672) 975-0037.

The asbestos analysis inspection helps to narrow down the level of toxicity of the hazardous material. If we do not do this step first, it can lead to more expensive issues down the road in your project. It is also crucial that everyone have their homes and buildings tested before they begin any construction. Since it protects those who are working on-site and or those living in the home. Asbestos analysis is mandated through Work Safe BC.

The asbestos survey contains the follow parts:

• Report Type
• Building description 
• Methodology
• Inspection results
• Recommendations for prevention
• Information on contact details

After completing these parts as per WorkSafe BC guidelines, a report is prepared containing details of the outcome. 

If you have further questions or need clarification, we would be happy to meet and discuss further.