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Health Risks of Mould
Calgary’s ASTRA Restorations is intimately aware of the risks mould-contaminated properties pose to building occupants. ASTRA Restorations specializes in mould remediation, restoring your mould-affected residential, commercial, or industrial property. We work hard, expertly, and efficiently, to render your home or workplace safe again.
Health effects of mould can be unpredictable and affect different parts of the body. Mycotoxins from mould can cause respiratory disorders, neurological disorders, pathogenic infections, allergic reactions, and hypersensitivity disorders—not only to mould but to other natural and human-made chemicals.
Risk of mould-related health problems increases with prolonged exposure. Infants and the immunocompromised are especially susceptible to mould-related illnesses. Spores are especially good at infecting living tissue and respiratory systems of those who are immunocompromised.
Spores can also cause systemic fungal infections and mycotoxin toxicity throughout the body. Health problems caused by prolonged mould exposure can be difficult to diagnose and have life-altering consequences.
If your workplace has a mould problem, you may feel worse during the week, only to recover somewhat on the weekend. Conversely, an exposure at home may leave you feeling ill without a clear indication why.
Calgary’s ASTRA renovations specializes in preventative and remedial mould solutions to limit mould exposure before health problems develop.
If you suspect your Calgary how or workplace property has toxic mould, don’t risk prolonging the problem and the jeopardization of health for your building’s occupants—call ASTRA Restorations.
Calgary’s ASTRA Restorations has the experience, expertise, certified training, and specialty equipment to safely remediate your mould-contaminated property. We’re here so you and your family or employees can breathe easy.
*ASTRA Restorations provides mould remediation free of cost with every water-damage restoration service. Calgary’s ASTRA Restorations has the expertise and the tools to save you health, time, money, and future hassle.
For our Calgary-based 24-hour emergency-response service, call (403) 796-3559.
909 Asbestos Abatement
909 5th Ave SW, Calgary, AB
| Area: | 10 Floors |
| Duration: | 3 Weeks |
| Level: | Moderate |
| Complete: | 2022 |
Wyndham Crossing Abatement
4807 137 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB
| Area: | 30 Units + Common |
| Duration: | 3 Months |
| Level: | High |
| Complete: | 2022 |
Ground-Pipe Abatement
8th Avenue & 8th Street SW, Calgary, AB
| Area: | 120 ft. |
| Duration: | 1 week |
| Level: | Moderate |
| Delivery Model: | Fixed price |
| Year of Completion: | 2018 |
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Floor Mastic Abatement
550 6th AVE SW, Calgary, AB
| Area: | 21,000 Sq. Ft |
| Duration: | 2 weeks |
| Delivery Model: | Fixed price |
| Year of Completion: | 2017 |
| Risk Level: | Low-Mid |
| Client: |  |
Storm Drain Abatement
1015 4th Street SW, Calgary, AB
| Area: | Parkade |
| Duration: | 1 week |
| Delivery Model: | Fixed price |
| Year of Completion: | 2016 |
| Risk Level: | Moderate |
| Client: | 
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Ramsay Stucco Abatement
1051 8th Street SE, Calgary, AB
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| Area: | 28 Townhouses |
| Duration: | 4 weeks |
| Delivery Model: | Fixed price |
| Level: | Moderate |
| Year of Completion: | 2018 |
| Number of Bags: | 1550 |
| Client: |  |
EMCO Restoration
5460 76 AVE SE, Calgary, AB
| Area: | 650,000 sq. ft. |
| Flood category: | 2 |
| Flood class: | 3 |
| Response Time: | 45 min. |
| Year of Completion: | 2017 |
| Client: |  |
Fortress Restoration
13226 MacLeod Trail South, Calgary, AB
| Area: | 10,500 sq. ft. |
| Category: | 2 |
| Class: | 3 |
| Response Time: | 55 min. |
| Year of Completion : | 2017 |
| Client: |  |
Project Description:
This project was performed with moderate-risk protocols (AAAM Section 5.3, with modifications by a registered occupational hygienist tailored to site conditions and to keep risk of asbestos exposures as low as possible). Excavators removed soil around a 120-foot long transite pipe. Once the pipe was fully exposed, ASTRA marked break areas for easier transportation to the City of Calgary’s asbestos-waste-disposal site.
ASTRA conducted a cleanup of the pipe’s outer surface and applied sealant glue to prevent fibres from being released into the air during cutting. The pipe was broken at set locations to minimize dust. Barriers kept unprotected workers away from the cutting zone. ASTRA Restorations’ registered occupational hygienist monitored the project and generated a final clearance report within one week of project completion.
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8th Avenue & 8th Street SW, Calgary, Alberta
| Area: | 120 ft. |
| Duration: | 1 week |
| Level: | Moderate |
| Delivery Model: | Fixed price |
| Year of Completion: | 2018 |
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550 6th AVE SW, Calgary, Alberta
| Area: | 21,000 Sq. Ft |
| Duration : | 2 weeks |
| Delivery Model: | Fixed price |
| Year of Completion: | 2017 |
| Risk Level : | Low-Mid |
Project Description:
ASTRA Restorations completed asbestos-abatement services of floor mastic for Govan Brown. This work included the abatement of two floors of office space. Low-to-moderate-risk procedures and complete containment were necessary to complete the scope of work. ASTRA’s certified hygienist generated air-monitoring and clearance reports to ensure proper abatement procedures. Work was completed afterhours to minimize public risk.
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1015 4th Street SW, Calgary, Alberta
| Area: | Parkade |
| Duration: | 1 week |
| Delivery Model: | Fixed price |
| Year of Completion: | 2016 |
| Risk Level: | Moderate |
Project Description:
ASTRA Restorations completed asbestos-abatement services of a parkade storm-drain pipe for Manulife. Moderate risk procedures and complete containment were necessary to complete the scope of work. ASTRA’s certified hygienist generated air-monitoring and clearance reports to ensure proper abatement procedures. Work was completed afterhours on the weekend to minimize public risk.
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1051 8th Street SE, Calgary, Alberta
| Area: | 28 Townhouses |
| Duration: | 4 weeks |
| Delivery Model: | Fixed price |
| Level: | Moderate |
| Year of Completion: | 2018 |
| Number of Bags: | 1550 |
Project Description:
ASTRA Restoration completed abatement of asbestos-containing exterior stucco of 28 townhouses owned by the Calgary Housing Corporation. We removed the stucco with moderate-risk protocols (AAAM 5.3). ASTRA created partial containments of less than 100 square feet in size, which we fitted with HEPA-filtered-negative-air units. Removal activity was performed mostly by hand tools. Collected abatement material was double bagged and disposed of as asbestos waste. Workers wore half-face respirators with P100 filters and disposable coveralls.
Abatement work was conducted by certified asbestos workers. Work was supervised by a certified hygienist. ASTRA’s certified hygienist daily monitored the removal worker’s personal air and collected air samples from outside the containment structure to check for environmental contamination. He also provided clearance reports to ensure proper abatement procedures.
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5460 76 AVE SE, Calgary, Alberta
| Area: | 650,000 sq. ft. |
| Flood category: | 2 |
| Flood class: | 3 |
| Response Time: | 45 min. |
| Year of Completion: | 2017 |
Project Description:
ASTRA Restorations performed emergency water-extraction and restoration services at the EMCO distribution centre. ASTRA dispatched four crews, who arrived on site within 45 minutes of the initial request. ASTRA performed extraction and drying services at the property. Total water mitigation included 65,500 square feet, covering most of the warehouse, showroom, and offices.
Key Deliverables:
- All water was extracted within 48 hours (water coverage was 2 inches across 65,000 square feet).
- ASTRA minimized business interruption.
- ASTRA minimized drywall removal.
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13226 MacLeod Trail South, Calgary, Alberta
| Area: | 10,500 sq. ft. |
| Category: | 2 |
| Class: | 3 |
| Response Time: | 55 min. |
| Year of Completion: | 2017 |
Project Description:
ASTRA Restorations performed emergency water-extraction and restoration services. ASTRA dispatched two crews who arrived on site within 55 minutes of the initial request. ASTRA performed extraction and drying services at the property. Water mitigation included 10,500 square feet, covering walls, carpets, and ceiling tile.
Key Deliverables:
- All Carpet tile was saved and restored, even after heavy staining.
- Bathroom wall tiles were preserved through careful dismantling.
- ASTRA minimized drywall removal.
Client:
909 5th Ave SW, Calgary, AB
| Area: | 10 Floors |
| Duration: | 3 Weeks |
| Level: | Moderate |
| Complete: | 2022 |
Project Description:
Astra completed abatement of asbestos-containing material across the entire span of a 10 floor office tower in downtown Calgary.
All work was supervised by a certified hygienist. We monitored the removal worker’s personal air and collected air samples from outside the containment structure to check for environmental contamination on a daily basis. We provided clearance reports to ensure proper abatement procedures.
4807 137 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB
| Area: | 30 Units + Common |
| Duration: | 3 Months |
| Level: | High |
| Complete: | 2022 |
Project Description:
Astra completed abatement of asbestos-containing material across 30 units and all common areas on the main floor the Wyndham Crossing Apartment building.
The bottom 4 feet of the entire floor was damaged in a flood and required abatement. All work was supervised by a certified hygienist. We monitored the removal worker’s personal air and collected air samples from outside the containment structure to check for environmental contamination on a daily basis. We provided clearance reports to ensure proper abatement procedures.
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