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Asbestos is a mineral fiber that has been commonly used in a variety of building construction materials for insulation and as a fire-retardant. EPA have banned most asbestos products. Today, asbestos is most commonly found in older homes with popcorn ceilings, in pipe and furnace insulation materials, asbestos shingles, millboard, textured paints and other coating materials and floor tiles. Elevated concentrations of airborne asbestos can occur after cutting, sanding or other remodeling activities which disturbs asbestos containing materials. Improper attempts to remove these materials can release asbestos fibers into the air in homes, businesses and schools increasing asbestos levels and endangering people living and working in those homes or facilities.

Lead-based paint is a major source of poor health issues and poisoning for children and can affect adults too. Even low levels of lead in children can result in disabling physical developments, learning disorders, behavior problems, and reduced attention span and a host of other medical issues. Lead can cause serious abnormal fetal development in pregnant women. 

Molds are part of the natural environment and are considered ubiquitous, or are virtually everywhere. In outdoor environments, molds play an important part in nature by breaking down dead organic matter such as fallen leaves and dead trees, but indoors, mold growth should be avoided. Molds reproduce tiny spores; the spores are mostly invisible to the naked eye and float through outdoor and indoor air. Mold may begin growing when mold spores land on surfaces that are food sources and there is moisture present.  There are many types of mold, and none of them will grow without the right temperatures, moisture and a food source, much like wood and paper. Molds gradually destroy or breakdown the things they grow on. You can prevent damage to your home and furnishings, save money, and avoid potential health problems by controlling moisture and eliminating mold growth.