Hey Mark! I just read your question about a seller having asbestos in their home. I am on the other end, the buyer. I just had an inspection and the inspector found vermiculite in a portion of the home. It is covered by about 8-10 inches of new installation. One concern, the inspector stuck his [...]

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Readers, Some Realtors have reported that they are getting questions from their clients about the safety of granite countertops. This is due to some information that has recently circulated regarding its potential for radioactivity. The American Association for Radon Scientists and Technologists (AARST) has released a statement on radon and granite counter tops.  This statement [...]

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Hey Mark, I am told that the vermiculite currently mined has no asbestos. Here is the website: http://www.vermiculite.com/ The reason I am interested in using vermiculite as an attic insulation is that it is one of the few materials that is non toxic and non flammable. Fiberglass is flammable and in addition, I hate working [...]

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Q. Hey Mark, I’ve been hearing that Granite counter tops might be dangerous. I’m concerned because we just spent a lot money putting some in our new home. I don’t understand it all and just need to know if I should have the granite removed. Thanks, Tammy A. Hey Tammy, I’ve been reading and hearing [...]

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