The devastating effects of asbestos on human health prompted several U.S. federal agencies to ban many asbestos-containing materials by 1978. However, did you know that currently asbestos is not totally banned and can still be used in the manufacture of products such as cement shingles, floor tiles, wallboard, and roofing materials? Further, homes built prior …
In 1989, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a rule prohibiting the manufacture, importation, processing, and distribution in commerce of most asbestos-containing products. However, this rule was soon contested by domestic and foreign industries and the court ultimately invalidated the rule “based on findings that the EPA did not present sufficient evidence to justify …
After any catastrophe, there are always companies willing to do work around your home or office. Cleaning up after the Marshall fire is no exception. It’s often good to look specifically for local contractors, as they have an invested interest in the area. Paragon Environmental has been involved with some of the owners in these …
Paragon Environmental is an asbestos removal company located in Golden CO. We are often called to remove asbestos in homes that are older. Sometimes, people ask us why asbestos is so harmful. Here are some answers to that question. As a naturally occurring group of minerals found in rocks and soil, the dangers inherent in …
When someone mentions asbestos, we tend to cringe and have visions of worse case scenarios. The truth is, that if you live in an older home, there may be evidence of exposure in the building materials used during construction. Should you worry? We know now, that if those materials aren’t disturbed, exposure to the harmful …
