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The Building Insider: February 2026
Lance Luke
January 29, 2026
February is a time to reflect on what matters most—health, safety, and protecting the people and places we care about. This month’s newsletter focuses on awareness and prevention, highlighting timely articles on Hazardous Building Materials: Identifying Hidden Risks and How to Manage and Remove Dangerous Materials Safely, two critical topics for homeowners, boards, and property managers.
We also feature Lance’s book, Hazardous Building Materials, which provides practical guidance to help identify potential hazards, understand the risks they pose, and make informed decisions that protect occupants, property value, and long-term liability.
Happy Valentine’s Day and Warm Wishes to You and Your Loved Ones!
Valentine’s Day is a time to focus on what matters most—our loved ones, our well-being, and the places we feel safest. It’s a reminder that protecting the people we care about also means paying attention to the environments we live and work in.
This month’s newsletter highlights the importance of building safety and awareness, helping homeowners and associations make informed decisions that protect health, comfort, and long-term peace of mind—because caring for your space is another way of caring for the people inside it.
Featured Book
Hazardous Building Materials – Identifying Hidden Risks and Protecting Your Property offers a clear, practical guide to understanding the dangerous materials that may be hidden inside older—and even newer—buildings. Learn where these hazards are commonly found, why they pose serious risks, and how to identify problems before they escalate into health, safety, or legal issues.
A must-read guide from Building Expert Lance Luke, filled with real-world insight to help property owners, boards, and managers recognize hazardous materials, manage them safely, and make informed decisions that protect occupants, property value, and long-term liability.
Download available for 30 days only.
Hazardous Building Materials: Identifying Hidden Risks
 | Many building hazards aren’t obvious. They’re not always visible during a casual walkthrough, and they don’t always announce themselves with immediate failures. In fact, some of the most dangerous building materials are the ones that quietly sit behind walls, above ceilings, or beneath floors—sometimes for decades. |
How to Manage and Remove Dangerous Materials Safely
 | Once hazardous building materials are identified, the next challenge is managing them correctly. This is where many well-intentioned property owners and boards make costly—and sometimes dangerous—mistakes. Not all hazardous materials need to be removed immediately. |
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Q&A: Ask the Building Expert
Question: We’re starting to uncover concerns about possible hazardous materials in our building, especially in older areas behind walls and ceilings. How serious is this, and what should we do first?
Answer: This is a common issue, particularly in older buildings, and it should be taken seriously. Hazardous materials such as asbestos, lead-based products, or outdated fireproofing materials may remain hidden for years without obvious warning signs. The first step is to avoid disturbing any suspected materials and gather information about the building’s age, renovation history, and original construction methods. Next, engage a qualified building inspector or environmental specialist to assess and test areas of concern. Early identification allows hazards to be managed safely, prevents unnecessary exposure, and provides the documentation needed to plan repairs or remediation responsibly. Addressing these risks proactively helps protect occupants, limit liability, and support informed decision-making by the board.
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