Why You Need to Get Rid of Vermiculite Insulation
Vermiculite is a perfectly safe granular mineral. When heated, grains of Vermiculite expand to up to thirty times their original size. Lightweight, fireproof and odourless, expanded vermiculite makes excellent insulation for homes and buildings.
Unfortunately, most of the vermiculite used in North America until 1990 came from a mine that also produced asbestos.
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Your Vermiculite Building Insulation Could Be Contaminated With Asbestos
According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), if you have vermiculite insulation in your home or business building, you should assume it may be contaminated with asbestos and you must take steps to protect occupants from asbestos exposure.
To prevent asbestos from contaminating your home, DO NOT disturb the vermiculite insulation. Contact a professional insulation removal specialist. |