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Helpful articles, individually fact-checked by Axxonlab

on Asbestos, Mold and Other Regulated Materials
Image showing a comparison between DIY mold test kit vs professional detection.
By Mehal
Dec 24, 2024
DIY Mold Detection Kits Vs. Professional Detection: What’s the Difference?

Choosing between mold detection kits and professional mold testing? Discover critical differences in accuracy, expert analysis, and pricing to find what works.

Friable asbestos vs non friable asbestos
By Mehal
Dec 14, 2024
What Is Friable Asbestos, and How Is it Different From Non-Friable Asbestos?

Asbestos is found in 2 types of materials: friable & non-friable. In this article, we’ll talk about their differences & how to identify them.

17 Year Old Worker from Thetford Mines, manually milling asbestos minerals in 1944
By Mehal
Oct 18, 2024
When Was Asbestos Banned In Canada?

Discover when Canada banned asbestos, exploring the shift from its use as a ‘miracle mineral’ to recognizing its severe health risks.

Axxonlab Sampling Technician Collecting Samples of Popcorn Ceiling for Asbestos Testing
By Mehal
Oct 10, 2024
Why Is Popcorn Ceiling Bad?

Is all popcorn ceiling bad? Learn why popcorn ceiling is not something to ignore in this fact-checked article by asbestos experts at Axxonlab.

Image showing professional conducting asbestos survey. Image montrant un professionnel réalisant une enquête sur l'amiante
By Mehal
Sep 30, 2024
What is an Asbestos Survey? Everything You Need To Know!

What is an asbestos survey and why do you need one? Read this article to learn everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes.

Image showing mold under floor
By Mehal
Sep 22, 2024
Is Mold Under Flooring Dangerous? Here’s the Answer!

Is mold under flooring dangerous? This article explores the hidden dangers of mold under flooring, detailing the health risks that may arise.

a man renovating a property, DIY style, possibly with asbestos in the dust
By Mehal
Sep 07, 2024
Why A Professional Asbestos Inspection for Pre-1990 Home Renos is Essential

Renovating a home built before 1990? Don’t swing that hammer yet! Learn why an asbestos inspection might be non-negotiable for your project.

A FLIR infrared image of a bedroom environment with a thermal anomaly along the ceiling, presumably moisture and/or mold. Photo taken by an Axxonlab sampling technician conducting a mold assessment in Montreal.
By Mehal
Sep 03, 2024
How to Detect Mold in Your House: A Homeowners Guide

Discover how to detect mold in your home with these 10 effective methods that have been fact-checked by a professional.

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