FAQ

The only certain way to know what building materials contain asbestos is to sample each suspect material individually. As a state and epa certified inspection company, EnvioCore is able to dig into the suspect building materials, collect the appropriate samples as required by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and CDPHE (Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment). We then will provide you a detailed report that will outline all the findings for the suspect materials. With our report you are able to apply for all building permits (Flooring replacement, Renovation, Demolition, Rehab, Restoration, etc.) Here is a list of suspect building materials.

This is a normal request from the local cities and counties. They are required by the state of Colorado to ask for this information. Here is a link to the state bulletin explaining the general requirements.

https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/sites/default/files/AP_ASB-RenovationDemolition.pdf

According to the state of Colorado ALL properties need to be inspected according to the below regulation. https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/sites/default/files/AP_ASB-RenovationDemolition.pdf

The confusing part is the most confusing part so we have added this link to help explain the timeline of Bans on Asbestos containing materials.

https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/sites/default/files/AP_ASB-AsbestosBans.pdf

This link is from the EPA for Banned/Non-Banned materials. http://www2.epa.gov/asbestos/us-federal-bans-asbestos

There are multiple resources for the effects of asbestos. The primary concern with asbestos is respiratory/lung issues.

http://www2.epa.gov/region8/asbestos-health-risks

http://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/substances/asbestos/asbestos-fact-sheet

EnvioCore is certified to perform ALL asbestos INSPECTIONS ranging from Demolitions,Renovations, Restoration work, Building permits, etc. We are NOT certified to abate or remove any of the asbestos. EnvioCore works with many of the local asbestos companies and can recommend companies that have shown good abatement practices.

Our certification # as a company is 21660, Registered under the name EnvioCore.

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Yes. We do Asbestos, Mold and Lead

Asbestos that is in good condition and left undisturbed is unlikely to present a health risk. The risks from asbestos occur when it is damaged or disturbed where asbestos fibers become airborne and can be inhaled. Managing asbestos in place and maintaining it in good repair is often the best approach.

You can perform an internet search for “asbestos contractor” and the location of your home. Contact your state to determine what state training and accreditation requirements may exist for both the contractor and their workers. EPA recommends that you use an asbestos contractor that is properly trained to handle asbestos.

If you have vermiculite insulation in your home, you should assume this material may be contaminated with asbestos and be aware of steps you can take to protect yourself and your family from exposure to asbestos. The EPA recommends that vermiculite insulation be left undisturbed.

Airborne asbestos fibers present a health risk through inhalation, so the first step is to not disturb the material, which could release fibers into the air. If you disturb the insulation, you may inhale some asbestos fibers. The degree of health risk depends on how much and how often this occurred.

If you choose to remove the vermiculite insulation, this work should be done by a trained and accredited asbestos abatement contractor that is separate and independent from the company that performed the assessment of the vermiculite insulation to avoid any conflict of interest.

EPA’s investigation (see report) into these products indicates that consumers face only a minimal health risk from using vermiculite products at home or in their gardens.

To further reduce the risk associated with the occasional use of vermiculite products during gardening activities, EPA recommends that consumers:

• Use vermiculite outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

• Avoid creating dust by keeping vermiculite damp during use.

• Avoid bringing dust into the home on clothing.

Although EPA does not endorse the use of any particular product, consumers may choose to use:

• Premixed potting soils, which ordinarily contain more moisture and less vermiculite than pure

vermiculite products and are less likely to generate dust.

• Soil amendment materials other than vermiculite, such as peat, sawdust, perlite, or bark.

To become a properly trained and accredited asbestos professional you will need to seek training from a training provider that offers courses approved by the EPA or a state to conduct asbestos training pursuant to the Asbestos Model Accreditation Plan. Most states also require a license to perform this work. Your training course completion certificate is a general prerequisite to applying for such a license. The training courses vary in length from 2 to 5 days depending upon the type of work you wish to perform. Accredited asbestos training courses are offered in five separate disciplines; Asbestos Abatement Worker, Asbestos Abatement Supervisor, Inspector, Management Planner and Project Designer. Some states may refer to these training disciplines by different, yet similar names.

You can perform an internet search for “asbestos inspection and assessment” and the location of your home. Also, make sure that the inspector is properly trained and accredited by your state.

It’s not possible for you to tell whether a material in your home contains asbestos simply by looking at it. If you suspect a material within your home might contain asbestos (for example floor tile, ceiling tile or old pipe wrap) and the material is damaged (fraying or falling apart) or if you are planning on performing a renovation that would disturb the material, the EPA recommends that you have it sampled by a properly trained and accredited asbestos professional (inspector). The professional then should use a qualified laboratory to perform the asbestos analysis. Also, you may learn more about whether the replacement materials you intend to install might possibly casbestos by reading the product labels, calling the manufacturer, or by asking if your retaileprovide you with the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for the product(s) in question.