Maine's older housing stock and industrial past have led to a significant presence of asbestos in buildings across the state, posing health risks to residents and workers.
Maine faces challenges with asbestos due to its presence in older homes, public buildings, and industrial sites. While asbestos was never mined in Maine, it was widely used in construction, shipyards and manufacturing. Learn about Maine's documented asbestos job sites, the health risks associated with asbestos exposure, and resources available to those affected.
Explore 340 known asbestos sites and job-sites across Maine.
Job Site | City | State |
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Northeastern Paving | Westbrook | ME |
Northern Chemical | Searsport | ME |
Northern Paper Mills | Rumford | ME |
Northern Paper Mills | Madison | ME |
Northern Pipe & Supply | Presque Isle | ME |
Ohemetron | Searsport | ME |
Orono Pulp & Paper | Basin Mills | ME |
Orono Pulp & Paper | Orono | ME |
Otis Falls Pulp & Paper | Livermore Falls | ME |
Otis Falls Pulp & Paper | Chisholm | ME |
Otis Falls Pulp & Paper | Portland | ME |
Oxford Paper | Oxford | ME |
Oxford Paper | Rumford | ME |
Oxford Paper | Portland | ME |
Paris Manufacturing | South Paris | ME |
If you or a loved one is sick or passed away due to asbestos, you may be entitled to significant financial compensation. Maine law protects victims of asbestos exposure. We can assist you in understanding your legal options.