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Do you have vermiculite in your attic? Typically a Grey-Brown or Silver-Gold color. Some vermiculite contains harmful amounts of Asbestos and can be hazardous if released into the air and inhaled into the lungs. Did you know that Zonolite in Libby Montana was a main producer of this product from the 1940s thru the mid 80s and if you live in a older house in the Northwest there is a good chance it is their product. Did you also know that Zonolite set up a trust fund to reimburse up to 55% of abatement cost if it is their product. Go to Zonolite's website www.zonoliteatticinsulation.com/S/General-Information  to find more information and how to take a sample for verification. 

It may just save you some money and piece of mind that your house is free of a potential hazard to your families health.

How Close Can A Mantel Be To A Fireplace? Check out this article in the journal of light construction for more info.

Corroded Bolts and Hardware holding a ledger board can definitely be a safety hazard. Check out this article for more info