Urban Environmental Ltd.
701 W Georgia St # 1500 V7Y 1C6 Vancouver, BC, Canada

Our extensive experience allows us to know when #quarantine is needed, and this is true for both residential and commercial properties.

Older schools in rural communities tend to be most at-risk for mold infestations. Be proactive in #testing and proceeding with #remediation.

Certain homes in certain neighbourhoods should have grow-op testing by a certified restoration #technician before moving to purchase.

It is not really advisable to clean chemically-contaminated areas on your own. It is risky and definitely costly in the long run.

The right tools and protective equipment are just as important as expertise when it comes to risky home #restoration jobs.

Need a speedy response to any incident that’s compromised the integrity of your home? Call us for prompt home restoration.

No job is too messy or unpleasant for us, and that includes #biohazard cleanup. It’ll be explicitly clean after, guaranteed.

Long term exposure to mold increases health risk that can be fatal in the long term. Have the experts get rid of it before it’s too late.

Let Urban Environmental handle the safe disposal of damaged materials out of demolition and contamination. Call us @UrbanEnvironmental.

Unknown to many, proper attic ventilation is a must to avoid imminent excess moisture that can damage the attic space.

Exposure to bacteria-infested substance needs skilled cleaning and decontamination is an important step in the process @UrbanEnvironmental.

Dead body cleanup is really a handful job, much more for those who don’t have experience and equipment. Let experts do it.

We are experts in removing & disposing harmful materials ensuring very less exposure to black mold that can cause allergic reactions.

Fearing that illegal substances have been grown in a house you are buying? Our Grow-op removal service is perfect for you.

Sometimes, carpentry and reconstruction services when done by unskilled can lead to more damages and therefore bigger expenses.

One of the toughest clean-up jobs is the Crime and trauma scenes. This must only be handled by experts @UrbanEnvironmental.

Prolonged exposure to molds and asbestos fibers in the air can lead to serious sickness like lung cancer and Mesothelioma disease.

Pre-demolition engineering survey is required to determine possibility of structural collapse and building stability @UrbanEnvironmental.

Properties exposed to hazardous materials must be cleaned and restored to its original state quickly for everyone’s safety.

Those looking at more rundown #homes as ‘fixer uppers’ should consider #growop testing before moving to purchase them #propertyrestoration

Minimizing disturbance & #dust outflows from any #demolition site is standard when working with a first-rate #propertyrestoration provider

Regular #aeration of #lawn on sloping properties can optimize #drainage & reduce water levels approaching the home #propertyrestoration

#boardup services increasingly in demand as part of #property maintenance & protection in event of business shutdown on #commercial property

Spring is the best time for DIY #homeowners looking to install #energy efficient windows in their home or vacation #property in Canada

Synthetic #deck planking a smart choice for #homes or #townhomes on Canada’s West Coast given direct exposure to heavy rainfall levels

Any #home constructed before the mid-1980s should be tested for #asbestos before would-be buyers agree to purchase it. #propertyrestoration

Expect to see trend where #3D printing of #housing structures being used for rebuilding densely populated areas struck by natural #disasters

Good to be aware that flame-resistant #lumber is available for new #home builds in regions of the country increasingly prone to #wildfires

May marks the start of #roof replacement season in #canada, and a properly functioning roof is very much a part of an #energy efficient home

Building lot #remediation following #demolition where #hazmat disposal involved also only to be undertaken by a #propertyrestoration pro

Mobile #apps and cloud-based web platforms making #realtime construction collaboration an increasingly common aspect of #home building

Spring #rains always take advantage of poorly enveloped #homes & buildings to increase the risk of #mould infestations. #propertyrestoration

#geothermal heat systems for new #homes an increasingly smart choice given expected rise in electrical utility rates, + #greentech benefits

Extensive spring #flooding in Western #canada seemingly yearly occurrence now, esp. with current situation in #fortmcmurray. #homeinsurance

Part of smart #septic tank maintenance in #winter is to empty earlier than other seasons, have it emptied at full to avoid problems

Important to remember not all #propertyrestoration service providers in #canada are #hazmat disposal certified for hazardous waste

#water #damage claims continue to be the most common ones for #strata #housing units in Canada, and trend expected to continue indefinitely

#HDZ #roof #shingles from Timberline are new to the market and offer the first shingle warranty with no wind limit. Smart choice for roofs

Proper laying of #insulation on floor of an #attic in older oil #furnace homes an essential part of energy-efficient #climatecontrol in home

#asbestos abatement costs for older & run-down #homes in Canada may make #teardown a more cost-effective choice #propertyrestoration

2019 trend of CDN #homeowners spending less on home #renovations with average of $10,211 expected to see similar continuation for #2020

Top #market trend suggestions from #buildforce Canada’s ann. forecast are #laneway housing, energy-efficient #retrofits, & #greenroofs

Strata #insurance rate jumps of between 50 & 780% in BC leading brokers association to propose legislative changes to protect #homeowners

Being proactive with #roof general maintenance can offer significant #savings as compared to waiting until a #tile roof has fully degraded

Hardwired #smokealarms with battery backup power source are smart #installations for older #homes once current detectors need replacing

#homes saved from catastrophic damage in a #fire will still need #smoke damage restoration, using a TSP trisodium phosphate cleaner solution

Water #ingress in a home need urgent remediation, as #blackmold risks are greater for those with #immune system disorders or pregnant women

Property #demolition is better done in winter if #possible, as more frequent #precipitation makes for better natural dust control on site

People living in a #strata multi-family development should review strata documentation yearly for needed changes to their #insurance policy

Easiest way to avoid #frozenpipes? Allow your #taps to drip when temperatures dip far below zero to prevent #burstpipes and pricy repairs

#gutter guards are effective products that are highly recommended for #homes with many deciduous trees in immediate proximity of the #house

Flatter sloped #roofs are more at risk of damage from excessive #snowfall loads. Heating cables or chemical #deicer mixes can work well

If an #icedam is too much of a challenge for you to try to remove, a good idea and easier choice is to cut channels into it. #homemaintenance

New #homeowners considering home #insurance - insurers have the right to conduct an #inspection before agreeing to provide you with a policy

Spring is the onset of #property #redevelopment season and it’s best to book a #propertyrestoration pro in advance for #demolition cleanup

Replacing older #smokealarms with newer & more advanced combination units that can detect fire smoke and #carbonmonoxide is a better choice

High home #heating costs for those with oil burning furnaces can be reduced considerably by use of #energystar #climatecontrol windows

Adding #insulation tubing to exposed #water pipes in an unfinished basement is an easy and inexpensive way to reduce risk of #frozenpipes

#insulation laid freely in #attics and crawlspaces prior to 1990 may expose individuals to #asbestos fibres and caution should be used

Some #homeowners with experience combatting #bedbugs say #diatomaceousearth can be an effective natural method for eliminating the pests

Many #propertyrestoration professionals are also able to do #carpentry work for repair or rebuilding projects, including urban environmental

Frozen #pipes are a problem at this time of the year, but applying #heatingtape is a quick and easy way to reduce your risk of burst pipes

#ice dams during #winter months are common in E. Canada, with freeze & thaw cycle leading to water ingress into home, creating #mold risk

Using #cellularshades as a #window treatment to improve #energyefficiency can promote better home temperature regulation in winter months

Use judgment and err on side of caution when assessing a #biohazard material spill, and always trust job to a pro #restoration provider

Metal #roofing an increasingly popular choice because of its durability, #ecofriendly appeal, plus options for shingle, shake, & tile look

Buyers considering lower priced #homes for purchase in Southwest BC may want to have #growop testing before moving forward

Building #demolition project leads must understand that #wood, concrete, insulation, #drywall and other materials may contain #asbestos

Proper #insulation installation by #restoration pros involves proper #attic ventilation to reduce moisture buildup and #mold development

Easy tip to prevent #frozenpipes during winter allow your #faucet to drip ever so slightly to keep #water moving and prevent burst risk

#hazmat material disposal challenging for some in smaller communities, hazmat certified #restoration providers may be able to make trip

Investors finding #disaster recovery sector can be profitable, but many find entry into it difficult unless they are a #franchisee

New #climate change realities leading to #insurance industry seeing no choice but to raise #rates significantly for homeowners

Onset of #winter means water #ingress issues are most pressing to be seen to given the risk of black #mold