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ASBESTOS ~ WHAT IS IT?
Asbestos is a generic term for a group of minerals known for their strength, flame and heat resistance, and
seemingly indestructible qualities.
Once considered a “miracle mineral,” asbestos was used for many years in building construction. It can be found in
many forms and places. Asbestos was used in boiler and pipe insulation, plasters, joint compound, texture, floor tile,
roofing, mastics, electrical insulation, and as a fireproofing material on structural members in buildings. It has also
been sprayed on ceilings and walls as acoustic insulation.
Because of its indestructible qualities, asbestos is harmful to the human body. The body cannot digest, break down,
or change asbestos; it can only attempt to encapsulate it with scar tissue.
Several types of asbestos were banned by the EPA in the mid-70’s due to concern over the health effects
(especially cancer) associated with exposure to such materials. It is important to remember that asbestos generally
has been found to be hazardous to humans only when it is inhaled into the lungs.
Asbestos occurs naturally as a fiber; individual fibers are so small they are invisible to the naked eye. Most asbestos
is not hazardous in its original, undisturbed state; only when it is disturbed does it release asbestos fibers.
Symptoms of asbestos-related diseases do not occur soon after exposure. Those who are sick today because of
asbestos may have been exposed 20 to 40 years ago. Controlling exposures now will prevent disease and suffering
decades later.
seemingly indestructible qualities.
Once considered a “miracle mineral,” asbestos was used for many years in building construction. It can be found in
many forms and places. Asbestos was used in boiler and pipe insulation, plasters, joint compound, texture, floor tile,
roofing, mastics, electrical insulation, and as a fireproofing material on structural members in buildings. It has also
been sprayed on ceilings and walls as acoustic insulation.
Because of its indestructible qualities, asbestos is harmful to the human body. The body cannot digest, break down,
or change asbestos; it can only attempt to encapsulate it with scar tissue.
Several types of asbestos were banned by the EPA in the mid-70’s due to concern over the health effects
(especially cancer) associated with exposure to such materials. It is important to remember that asbestos generally
has been found to be hazardous to humans only when it is inhaled into the lungs.
Asbestos occurs naturally as a fiber; individual fibers are so small they are invisible to the naked eye. Most asbestos
is not hazardous in its original, undisturbed state; only when it is disturbed does it release asbestos fibers.
Symptoms of asbestos-related diseases do not occur soon after exposure. Those who are sick today because of
asbestos may have been exposed 20 to 40 years ago. Controlling exposures now will prevent disease and suffering
decades later.
What Can Be Done?
Asbestos abatement refers to the process of removing or minimizing the health hazards of asbestos in a
building through a number of prescribed actions including removal, enclosure, encapsulation or an
operations and maintenance plan. AAR Incorporated has safely abated asbestos in structures since 1987.
We are accredited and licensed to perform abatement, transportation, and disposal of asbestos in Texas,
Louisiana and Mississippi. We can assist you in safely resolving your concerns.
building through a number of prescribed actions including removal, enclosure, encapsulation or an
operations and maintenance plan. AAR Incorporated has safely abated asbestos in structures since 1987.
We are accredited and licensed to perform abatement, transportation, and disposal of asbestos in Texas,
Louisiana and Mississippi. We can assist you in safely resolving your concerns.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
For more information or a quote on an
asbestos abatement project, call Gerardo
Alejandro at the phone number below
asbestos abatement project, call Gerardo
Alejandro at the phone number below
Short Sample Client List
• Avenue Plaza/New Orleans
• The Houston Chronicle
• Global Santa Fe
• Baker Hughes
• City of Austin
• City of Houston
• Denison Housing Authority
• Exxon
• Avenue Plaza/New Orleans
• The Houston Chronicle
• Global Santa Fe
• Baker Hughes
• City of Austin
• City of Houston
• Denison Housing Authority
• Exxon
• Falcon Group
• Goodyear Tire & Rubber
• Houston I.S.D.
• Memorial Hermann Healthcare
• Sealy Smith Foundation
• Texas A&M University
• University of Houston
• University of Texas
• Goodyear Tire & Rubber
• Houston I.S.D.
• Memorial Hermann Healthcare
• Sealy Smith Foundation
• Texas A&M University
• University of Houston
• University of Texas
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HOUSTON OFFICE
6640 Signat Rd
Houston, Texas 77041
Phone (713) 466 6800
Phone (800) 736 9205
Fax (713) 466 4234
CENTRAL TEXAS OFFICE
925 US 183 North
Liberty Hill, Texas 78642
(512) 778-6800
Fax (512) 778 6815
6640 Signat Rd
Houston, Texas 77041
Phone (713) 466 6800
Phone (800) 736 9205
Fax (713) 466 4234
CENTRAL TEXAS OFFICE
925 US 183 North
Liberty Hill, Texas 78642
(512) 778-6800
Fax (512) 778 6815
HOUSTON OFFICE
6640 Signat Rd
Houston, Texas 77041
Phone (713) 466 6800
Phone (800) 736 9205
Fax (713) 466 4234
6640 Signat Rd
Houston, Texas 77041
Phone (713) 466 6800
Phone (800) 736 9205
Fax (713) 466 4234
CENTRAL TEXAS OFFICE
925 US 183 North
Liberty Hill, Texas 78642
(512) 778-6800
Fax (512) 778 6815
925 US 183 North
Liberty Hill, Texas 78642
(512) 778-6800
Fax (512) 778 6815