06/17/2026
Opened up the coping stone joints on this project and got a positive asbestos test back.
Pre 1987 materials in New York buildings carry real risk. Before any restoration work disturbs them, testing is required. If it comes back positive, abatement has to happen before a single tool touches the facade.
Inspector. Samples. Lab results. ACP 5 filing. In that order.
Not optional. Not something to work around. A serious health and compliance requirement that gets planned upfront.
This is part of what restoration in New York actually involves.
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