Of all of the tests you should have done on a property before you buy it, few are as important as environmental testing. Within this realm is asbestos testing. Asbestos has long been connected to mesothelioma, a very dangerous lung condition. In fact, the EPA requires asbestos testing before demolition or renovation of a building…
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Mold vs Asbestos vs COVID 19 Symptoms
The novel coronavirus has caused a lot of disruption in American's daily life. A large majority of the Massachusetts workforce has been asked to stay at home and limit outdoor interaction. This means that for many workers that can telecommute or that don't work in an "essential" business, they will need to adjust to working…
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Signs & Symptoms of Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is directly linked with asbestos. Although it is possible to develop mesothelioma in different ways, it is commonly caused by exposure to asbestos products and particles. If you work or live in an older building that possibly has asbestos in its insulation, you should know the signs of mesothelioma. DCM Environmental Testing provides the…
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When Should You Get an Asbestos Test?
You’ve probably heard those warning commercials on TV and in news reports about illnesses related to asbestos. Beyond just scary warnings we don’t really pay enough attention to asbestos. Many home and business owners do not know how asbestos could affect them. Asbestos can leave people with many questions like, do they have it on…
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