Many older homes and commercial buildings contain asbestos, which was used in a variety of building materials until the early 1980s. Asbestos, commonly referred to as the “miracle fiber”, is a natural occurring, fibrous mineral used in over 3,000 building materials and consumer products due to its strength and insulation qualities. Common asbestos containing materials (ACM) include acoustic and textured wall and ceiling treatments (such as popcorn ceilings), floor tiles, sheet vinyl flooring, drywall materials, plaster, stucco, roofing, and pipe and tank insulation.
Asbestos comes in two forms: friable (material that can be reduced to dust) or non-friable (solid material). Most asbestos issues occur after damage to the material during an event such as a fire, flood, or earthquake; or during a remodel. When a building material is suspected to contain asbestos, state and federal laws require that building owners or contractors must have the suspect materials tested for asbestos and lead paint.
Gorafix, Inc., works with hygienists, insurance adjusters and general contractors to quickly and efficiently clean up properties contaminated by asbestos.
If your home has suffered damage and you suspect that the damage has impacted or exposed asbestos containing materials, it’s important to contact your insurance carrier as soon as possible. Tell them you want to have Gorafix, Inc. perform your abatement. Remember, any prolonged exposure to asbestos containing materials can be hazardous to your health. . If you suspect asbestos contamination in your home or commercial building, please do not hesitate to call Gorafix, Inc., your #1 choice for asbestos abatement and hazardous waste removal in Illinois.
Gorafix, Inc. specializes in projects with critical schedules and challenging scopes of work. With our highly trained management team, experienced field crews, and one of the largest resource distribution centers, we are prepared for any challenge.
Asbestos Abatement Capabilities
- Fireproofing
- Plaster Systems
- Thermal Systems Insulation
- Mechanical
- Transite
- Drywall Systems
- Window Systems
- Flooring and Mastic
- Roofing
