Here at About The House we are dedicated to safe asbestos removal and protecting families from the hidden health threats in their home, like the scary Mesothelioma. Most of our clients already know that asbestos is dangerous but we often find ourselves answering more...
I get it. We live in a fear driven world where no one wants to take responsibility for themselves and companies cower at the thought of potential lawsuits. But if you are like me, you will often find yourself wondering what is legitimate danger and what is just rules...
Wittenoom is a stunning and tranquil piece of Australian country – and it is the most contaminated place in the southern hemisphere. It is Australia’s Chernobyl. Since 2007, this town has been officially closed, removed from maps and stripped of a local...
What is Mesothelioma? Mesothelioma is a type of cancer affecting the mesothelial cells in the body which are found around most internal organs. Mesothelioma can be diagnosed in two forms; pleural and peritoneal. Plural mesothelioma starts in the membrane of the lungs,...
Asbestosis (also known as pulmonary fibrosis and interstitial pneumonitis) is the result of prolonged exposure to asbestos particles, resulting in damage and scarring to the lungs. This scarring in the lungs makes breathing very difficult, and restricts oxygen from...
Asbestos was once known as the ‘magic mineral’. Praised for its resistance to high temperature, electrical and chemical corrosion, this lightweight, fibrous mineral was used worldwide, particularly in construction and building materials. Once the link was...
