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February 26, 2012

Mold Remediation

BES is the leading Kentucky Mold Remediation company in the state. We specialize in removing dangerous mold from your home or business and helping you take measures to keep it from returning. The first step in solving an indoor mold problem is to remove the moisture source; new mold will begin to grow on moist, porous […]

Mold, Services
February 26, 2012

Lead Abatement

Lead paint is serious business and a common problem in Kentucky.  Lead inspection and lead risk assessment are useful first steps for Kentucky residents which can lead to more thoughtful decisions on managing lead paint and lead hazards. Lead abatement is an activity designed to permanently remove lead-based paint hazards and best performed by certified Kentucky […]

Lead, Services
February 26, 2012

Common Products Containing Asbestos

Below is a list of some of the most common products that at some point were manufactured with asbestos. Adhesives, Cements, Mortar, Sealers Adhesives Bonding Cement Caulking Cement Duct Adhesive Fibrous Adhesive Finishing Cement Furnace Cement Insulating Cement Joint Cement Masonry Cement Mastics Mortar Plastic Cement Sealer Topping Cement Welding Rods Asbestos Paper, Rollboard, Millboard […]

Asbestos
February 26, 2012

Asbestos and Tornados

Tornadoes are violently rotating columns of wind that circulate at the base of cumulonimbus, or less frequently, cumulous clouds. The column formed typically stretches between the base of the cloud and the surface of the earth in the familiar shape of a cyclone. Tornadoes are a naturally occurring phenomenon that happens on every continent of […]

Asbestos
February 26, 2012

Handling Asbestos

Handling Asbestos The handling of asbestos must be done with great care due to the toxic properties of this substance and its classification as a known carcinogen. It’s important to know that when asbestos is in good condition, it does not usually present a hazard. However, worn or damaged asbestos poses a great risk to […]

Asbestos
February 26, 2011

What is asbestos

What is Asbestos? Asbestos is a mineral fiber that occurs in rock and soil. Where Can I Find Asbestos? Because of its fiber strength and heat resistance asbestos has been used in a variety of building construction materials for insulation and as a fire retardant. Asbestos has also been used in a wide range of […]

Asbestos
February 26, 2011

Basic Mold Remediation Guidelines

If you need mold remediation in Kentucky, it is always a good idea to consult an expert like BES, but below is a basic outline of what needs to be done for safe mold removal from NCSU Concern about indoor exposure to mold has been increasing as the public becomes aware that exposure to mold […]

Mold
February 26, 2011

5 principles of Mold Remediation

The IICRC outlines five major principles of mold remediation. Make sure safety and health precautions are taken by cleanup professionals and occupants. Mold-contaminated buildings can be associated with a number of health problems. Anyone involved in the mold remediation process must be protected from exposure through a combination of practices and controls. A post-cleanup assessment by […]

Mold
February 26, 2011

Lead Abatement vs. Lead RRP

Abatement and RRP activities may sometimes look similar, but they are not! Abatement is a specialized activity designed to address lead in the home.  RRP activities (including most home contracting work) disturb paint as a consequence of the activity, but they are often undertaken for reasons unrelated to lead issues. Lead-Based Paint Activities (Abatement) Lead-Based […]

Lead
February 26, 2011

Lead paint removal options

Encapsulation. Typically the least complicated and most affordable method, encapsulation involves brushing or rolling on a specially made paint-like coating that creates a watertight bond and seals in the lead-based paint. However, opening and closing your doors and windows eventually may wear off the coating. Encapsulation products start at about $35 per gallon. Expect to […]

Lead