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Glossary Of Terms

Accredited Laboratory — A lab that has been accredited by a recognized agency to the ISO 17025 Standard.

Aflatoxin — A Mycotoxin which is known to be one of the most toxic naturally occurring substances which is from Aspergillus flavus mold growth.

Allergen — A substance such as mold or pet hair which can cause an allergic reaction.

Ambient air — Outdoor air or representative of a general volume of indoor air.

Amplification of molds — Any indoor scenario which may increase the concentration of molds such as moisture in a wall cavity or mold growth in an HVAC system.

Anti-fungal treatment — Any mold remediation activity which removes, disinfects, or treats surfaces contaminated by mold.

Asbestos — A naturally occurring mineral fiber used in hundreds of building and insulation materials. Exposure to asbestos is a known health risk for cancer especially due to occupational contact. Asbestos is a regulated material and professional removal using engineering controls is recommended in most cases.

Asthma — A condition of respiratory sensitivity when lung tissue swells in reaction to exposure to particles which irritate the small passages of the lung tissue.

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The Importance of Professional Asbestos Removal

Asbestos can create long-term health hazards; however, the hazard of airborne asbestos fibers depends to a great extent on the condition of the asbestos-containing material, how much air moves through that space, and how often that space is visited.

Asbestos-containing materials in good condition are often not as dangerous as damaged materials. Once damaged, asbestos-containing materials can release asbestos fibers into the air, which can then be inhaled into the lungs and cause many health problems. Therefore, it is extremely important not to disturb, touch, or approach any materials suspected of containing asbestos.

Not all asbestos-containing materials must be immediately removed - and that's where the experts come in. Professional asbestos inspectors can test the suspected material and assess its condition to determine whether or not the material is a candidate for asbestos removal or "abatement." Asbestos removal is performed according to regulated standards of practice required by jurisdictions of the state or federal government depending on the size of quantity of asbestos requiring removal.

RTS Environmental Services, Inc. will inspect your home or building and advise on how to handle any asbestos-containing materials. In many cases, asbestos that is intact and in good condition may not necessarily need to be removed. However, asbestos-containing materials subject to disturbance will most likely be candidates for removal.

For more information on asbestos removal, contact RTS Environmental Services, Inc. Serving Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia, RTS Environmental Services' team of licensed and experienced professionals have completed thousands of mold and asbestos inspections and solutions in such communities as Takoma Park, Fairfax, and Olney.