Vermiculite is a mineral that was commonly used in home insulation until the early 1990s. If your home was built before that time, there's a chance that it contains vermiculite insulation. While vermiculite itself is not harmful, the problem is that it can sometimes contain asbestos fibers. Asbestos exposure is linked to a number of serious health problems, including lung cancer. That's why it's important to have your vermiculite tested if you suspect that it might be in your home.
Vermiculite itself is not harmful. However, it can sometimes contain asbestos fibers. Asbestos exposure is linked to a number of serious health problems, including lung cancer. That's why it's important to have your vermiculite tested if you suspect that it might be in your home.
There are two main ways to test for vermiculite: bulk testing and air sampling. Bulk testing involves sending a sample of the material in question to a laboratory for analysis. Air sampling involves collecting a sample of the air in your home and sending it to a laboratory for analysis.
The type of test you need will depend on the situation. For example, if you know or suspect that there is vermiculite insulation in your attic, bulk testing would be the best way to go. On the other hand, if you're not sure whether there is vermiculite in your home but you're concerned about potential asbestos exposure, air sampling would be the best way to go.
At TAQ, we have the expertise and equipment necessary to perform both bulk testing and air sampling for vermiculite. Don't take any chances with your health—trust us to accurately test for vermiculite and recommend solutions if it's found in your home.
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