Removal and decontamination of asbestos, vermiculite and moulds
Asbestos removal
Asbestos is found in homes from the 1920s to around 1990.
Asbestos can be found in the following materials;
Furnace and heating duct insulation
– Plaster sheathing (walls and ceilings)
– Insulated walls and attics (vermiculite)
– Vinyl flooring tiles;
– Soundproof ceiling tiles
– Interior wall coverings
– Gypsum sheathing joint cement
If we suspect asbestos, it is our obligation to carry out analyses of the various materials before starting demolition. The building owner and contractor can be fined if they don’t have a characterization analysis, and some municipalities require it before issuing a work permit.
When asbestos is present, you need to hire a professional company to remove it, since the removal of asbestos can create health risks for occupants.
Our service is turnkey;
– Sampling of various materials
– Laboratory analysis
– Estimate whether asbestos is present
– Creation of removal protocol
– Containment plan
– Opening of worksite to CNESST
– Installation of SAS, changing rooms & showers
– Protection of surrounding areas
– Installation of negative pressure
– Worker safety equipment
– Waste box protection
– Vacuuming insulation in attic
– Surfacing with HEPA vacuum
– Application of fiber sealant
– Vapor barrier installation
– Membrane installation
– Baffle installation
– Blown-in insulation installation
Call Nettoyage Saphir for a complete job estimate and safe asbestos removal protocol.
Removing asbestos from homes
In Quebec, asbestos is governed by the following regulations and codes: Le Règlement sur la santé et la sécurité du travail (RSST) and Le Code de sécurité pour les travaux de construction (CSTC).
In 2013, the RSST was revised to make it stricter on the following points; The regulation applies to all establishments, all buildings and all construction sectors.
– Keeping a record of flock and lagging identification
– Elimination of asbestos-containing dust in contact with workers
– Disclosure of reports, records and information to workers
Of course, there are many other safety provisions and measures for construction workers, including the following;
– Wearing tracksuits
– High-risk locker room & double shower
– Appropriate respiratory protection
– Daily laboratory analysis
– Characterization of materials
Before undertaking any work likely to contain asbestos, consult a member of our Air saphir team for guidance;
– Material characterization
– Risk assessment
– Development of removal protocol
– Work quotation
– Execution of work
– Laboratory analysis
Vermiculite removal from attics and roof spaces
Why test for vermiculite? The insulation material located in your attic or other areas can be used as insulation. Vermiculite may or may not contain asbestos, and through laboratory analysis we can detect it for as little as $350.00.
Vermiculite is a mineral whose hue varies from silver-gold to gray-brown. It is flat and shiny (flakes) in its natural state. Found in homes from the 1920s to around 1990, vermiculite may have been spread in attics as insulation, but also in wall cavities and false floors.
When asbestos is present, you need to hire a professional company to remove it, since removal can create health risks for occupants.
Call Nettoyage Saphir for a complete estimate and safe removal protocol. Our service is turnkey;
– Vermiculite sampling
– Laboratory analysis
– Estimation if asbestos present
– Creation of removal protocol
– Containment plan
– Opening of worksite to CNESST
– Installation of SAS, changing rooms & showers
– Protection of surrounding areas
– Installation of negative pressure
– Worker safety equipment
– Waste box protection
– Vacuuming insulation in attic
– Surfacing with HEPA vacuum
– Application of fiber sealant
– Vapor barrier installation
– Membrane installation
– Baffle installation
– Blown insulation installation
Mould remediation
Do you have mold in your residential or commercial building? Don’t let it go on and risk developing health problems. No matter where you are in the province of Quebec, call on our specialized cleaning company for fine decontamination.
Equipped with professional equipment, we’ll meticulously follow the recommended procedure for mold removal. Our fine decontamination service will be complete and impeccable. We’ll take care of your entire interior, from walls to ceilings, not forgetting floors, furniture, ventilation ducts, foundations and attics. By implementing a customized decontamination protocol, setting up an environment with negative air pressure and using an antifungal solution, we guarantee a 100% successful and safe fine decontamination. Trust us to restore a healthy living environment in your home, basement, attic or utility cellar.
Need mold decontamination?
Basement mold remediation
Dampness in the house? Bad odor? Water infiltration? Health problems? In doubt? Nettoyage Saphir can offer you the following services;
– Thorough inspection
– Moisture survey
– Full documentation
– Decontamination protocol
– Air rehabilitation
– Certified laboratory analysis of materials
– Certified laboratory air analysis
– Free estimate within 24 hrs
– Service tailored to your needs
– Fast turnkey service
Our teams are certified to carry out decontamination without risk to occupants’ health. All our decontamination work is carried out under negative pressure, and workers are equipped with health and safety protection. We also protect all goods, customer coatings and more.
All our work is guaranteed and carried out in accordance with IICRC S520 & CNESST protocols, and we provide each customer with certificates of analysis from an independent certified laboratory.
Contact us for your free quotation.
Mould decontamination in the service cellar
Dampness in the house? Bad smell? High heating bills? You may be facing a mold problem in your crawl space or service cellar.
Dampness or lack of heating
The cellar or service basement should be maintained at a standard humidity level, with an average summer & winter temperature of around 15 degrees or more.
Insulation
We often neglect floor and wall insulation, which can become extremely problematic and cause condensation and heat loss, eventually leading to mold and mildew.
Clutter
We all have the bad habit of using these spaces for storage, which is a very bad idea. We need to promote air circulation; poor circulation and lack of ventilation can cause mold.
Cracks or water infiltration
It’s never a good idea not to correct water infiltration right away. If the material isn’t removed or dried out, it will cause mold in the future.
Nettoyage Saphir will draw up a protocol to remedy your service cellar or crawl space problem.
Attic mold remediation
If you have mold in your attic, here are the possible causes;
Humidity & poor ventilation
Inadequate ventilation, lack of maximum airflow & clogged soffits, trapped moist air condenses in the attic and seeps through your insulation. Moisture then causes slow-growing mold on your materials, which can eventually put your health at risk.
Increased heat
A closed attic with poor ventilation in summer can reach very high temperatures. Trapped heat will affect the overall climate of the house.
Risk of frost in winter
Winter also requires adequate ventilation. Trapped attic heat will melt snow and ice on the roof. As the melting snow drips down the roof, it freezes again, forming an ice dam that could lead to water infiltration.
Sapphire Cleaning can help you find solutions and get rid of mold by offering affordable, long-lasting solutions. We’ll give you a free assessment tailored to your building.
Mould, a health hazard
Your health and that of your loved ones is important to us! Improve your home’s air quality today!
Mould can be found everywhere: in our homes, workplaces, public places, at work, outdoors and even in what we eat. It can be both visible and invisible. Some people may be more sensitive to mold and develop long-term health problems.
You have one or more of the following symptoms;
– Stinging eyes and nose
– Sore throat
– Chronic cough
– Asthma
– Allergies
– Chronic sinusitis
– Chronic infections
– Respiratory disease (COPD and Aspergillosis)
In the event of health problems, decontamination or legal disputes, it is appropriate to have an indoor air quality test performed, to validate or not the presence and concentration of mold.
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