by getprokleen | Feb 8, 2024 | Asbestos
Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibrous mineral that was once widely used in construction materials due to its excellent insulating properties and resistance to fire, heat, and chemicals. While asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) are no longer commonly used in...
by getprokleen | Jan 31, 2024 | Asbestos
Many people wonder, “Where is asbestos found?” ProKleen, a leading provider in professional cleaning and environmental services, is here to shed light on this crucial matter. Uncovering where asbestos hides in our environments and how to safely deal with...
by getprokleen | Nov 30, 2023 | Asbestos
Asbestos has been widely used in building materials for more than 100 years. The fibrous mineral was first diagnosed as a cause of both lung cancer and asbestosis in 1935. Years later asbestos was linked to a rare, often fatal type of cancer called Mesothelioma....
by getprokleen | Sep 27, 2023 | Asbestos
Building materials containing asbestos (a mineral found to cause cancer) were commonly used in homes and commercial properties before the late 1980s. Asbestos is commonly found in insulation. Asbestos may also be found in ceilings, roofs, flooring, coatings, and other...
by getprokleen | May 24, 2023 | Asbestos
New homes are no longer built using insulation that contains asbestos. However, before the 1980s homes using blanket, block, loose-fill, or spray-on insulation may contain this naturally occurring fibrous mineral. Undisturbed asbestos has not been proven to pose...
by getprokleen | May 25, 2022 | Asbestos
If structures containing asbestos are damaged or disturbed, asbestos dust and fibers can be released into the air and endanger the lives of those who come into contact with these materials. Therefore, proper testing for asbestos is critical if you are planning a...
