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House today had this for wool insulation in the under eave storage space. It looked to be in 2 layers of approx. 1" each. Any known health concerns?
Also blown in (or bagged and brought in) insulation that looks like small crushed stone. What is it called, known R-Value?, any health concerns. Thanks. Scott Falvey Clear View Home Inspections, LLC Newbury, NH NACHI#05051292 www.clearviewhomeinspectionsllc.com |
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Its most likely vermiculite (asbestos).
************************************** Shawn Rowe, CMI HomeFirst Inspection Services, LLC - InfraRed Specialist (Level 1 & Building Science certified) - Code Certified Residential Building Inspector - Certified Master Inspector -- Serving NE Florida, St. Johns, Duval, Flagler, Putnam counties -- |
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Nothing wrong with rock wool.
Vermiculite depending where it came from could be an issue. http://www.vermiculiteatticinsulation.com/ Dale Duffy Inspect Arizona Companies, Inc. Phoenix Commercial Building Inspectors, Inc. Phoenix Thermal Imaging, Inc. Infraspection Certified Thermographer 602.402.5305 Home Hints eNews
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Good link Dale. The house was built in 1949, I would assume this goes in line with the mine in question.
Thanks. Scott Falvey Clear View Home Inspections, LLC Newbury, NH NACHI#05051292 www.clearviewhomeinspectionsllc.com |
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Please Note:
kamata is a non-member guest and is in no way affiliated with InterNACHI or its members.
The loose insulation looks like vermiculite. That's my best guess. If it feels like cork it may be.
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Please Note:
ldapkus is a non-member guest and is in no way affiliated with InterNACHI or its members.
Vermiculite is a mineral that is related to the asbestos family. A simple lab test would make this determination.
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