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West Haven, CT
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Over 20 Years Experience in the HAZMAT Industry.
 
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Asbestos transite was used as shingles until the 1980's

 

Some roof tars contain asbestos.

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As a building owner, developer, or contractor navigating through government regulations, understanding your responsibilities can be a daunting task. Knowing who, when, and under what conditions these regulations apply, how Dunn Environmental Inspections can help.

 

Is a permit or notification required? If so what is the application process? Let Dunn Environmental Inspection, LLC answer those questions and more.

Some helpful facts are:

  • The CT State law  and the US Environmental Protection Agency state the building owner is required to have an asbestos building inspection and to have the asbestos removed by licensed contractor. Before renovation of a particular area, or before a demolition permit is given.

  • The building owner is required to have the asbestos disposed of in a landfill approved for asbestos.

  • Only licensed asbestos contractors can legally remove, encapsulate, or disturb asbestos.

  • The general or renovation contractor, as well as the building owner, can be held responsible when asbestos is illegally disturbed.

  • When the asbestos material is more than 10 linear or 25 square feet the building owner or licensed contractor is required to notify the CT Department of Public Health at least ten days before the asbestos material is disturbed. In an emergency the State must be notified within 24 hours.

    •   Suspect Asbestos materials found in buildings may
    include but are not limited to:

    A common form of pipe insulation containing asbestos that was used into the late 1970's
  • Furnace and Pipe Insulation
  • Wall Plaster and Smooth Coat
  • Sheet Rock and Taping Compound
  • Floor Tile
  • Linoleum
  • Glues
  • Cove Base
  • Roof Shingles/Siding
  • Ceiling tile
  • Fire Proofing
  • Acoustical Products
  • Roof Tars
  • Tarpaper
  • Textured Surfaces
  • Window Putty
  • Exterior Shingles
  • Electrical Insulation
  • Transite Panels
  • Chimney Flue Packing
  • Building Caulk
  • Thermal System Insulation
  • Surfacing Materials
     
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    A common form of pipe insulation containing asbestos that was used into the late 1970's
     

    Damp location potential for mold growth.
     
    Dust left over from a poor abatement job.
    A common form of pipe insulation containing asbestos that was used into the late 1970's

    Other  Other Areas of Concern:

    Lead paint     –Dunn Environmental Inspection, LLC currently provides testing for commercial and industrial and adult residential needs. Dunn Environmental Inspection, LLC is currently in the process of re-licensing in order to test on properties where children under the age of seven reside.

    Mold     – Dunn Environmental Inspection, LLC provides state of the art mold inspection and testing in all areas of the home and office. Once the moisture source is located, testing of the air, surfaces, bulk materials, and in wall cavities may be recommended to help identify species of toxic and/or non-toxic mold to address remediation and clean-up. It is also highly recommended that the moisture source should be repaired before attempting any remedial clean - up. Additional help can be found with access to one of the country's largest mold informational databases. Combined with consultation by your physician, contractor, and insurance agent, you will have the information needed to make the best decisions for your health and budget in this evolving health concern.

    Richard Dunn is here to help. With over 20 years of consulting and contracting experience in the asbestos, radon, mold, lead and insulation industries, combined with a keen eye on the needs of our clients. Dunn Environmental Inspection, LLC offers a one on one personalized and thorough service.

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