Asbestos is a hazardous material that was widely used in many different building materials for decades. It was inexpensive, yet effective. However, it wasn’t until later that people realized how harmful (in some cases, deadly) asbestos was. Unfortunately, it is still found in many older buildings and structures, often in the insulation or drywall.

A few years back, United Airlines was undergoing a major renovation project of its hangars. They were retrofitting all of the structural elements and making upgrades to their buildings. Before they could start any new construction, however, they needed to complete the demolition of the old hangar structures. That’s when those involved with the project reached out to Matrix Environmental for help.