Eliminating Harmful Asbestos from The Property

Asbestos is a fibrous silicate mineral which is naturally found in rocks and soil. The asbestos fiber is resistant to heat, chemicals, erosion and moisture. This is the reason why asbestos is widely used in construction materials such as floor tiles, cement products, ceiling materials, insulating materials in walls, shingles, etc. It is even used in textiles and automotive parts. 

Asbestos fibers pose serious health risks because these microscopic fibers, when released in the air, are easily inhaled by humans causing asbestosis, respiratory illnesses, pleural plaque and mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is a fatal cancer of the lung which occurs when the fibers of asbestos become lodged in the lining of the lungs and other tissues of the respiratory system. The fibers cannot be removed or broken down easily. Prolonged exposure to asbestos fibers leads to such diseases. Asbestos has been classified as a carcinogen. 

When is Asbestos Removal Required? 

Intact asbestos-containing building materials do not pose any risk to the occupants. However, damaged materials release asbestos fibers into the air and cause serious health risks. Such asbestos containing materials require immediate removal. Properties damaged by storms and other natural disasters may have asbestos-containing structures which become friable and can be inhaled by both humans and animals, thus requiring asbestos removal. 

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Benefits of Hiring Professional Agencies 

There are many specialized asbestos removal agencies offering full proof protection against asbestos-containing materials for domestic households, commercial properties, and industries.

The task of removing asbestos from the property is a complex process which requires proper isolation of the area, special care while removing the asbestos-containing materials, respirators to protect the lungs and proper disposal of the materials and asbestos dust. Thus, it is better to seek the help of professional asbestos removal agencies to complete the task with clinical efficiency.

The highlights of the asbestos removal services are as follows: 

• Asbestos surveys are conducted to determine which materials contain asbestos. Samples may also be taken for testing and analysis in case it becomes difficult to predict whether or not a material contains asbestos.
• Complete removal of roofing, wall sheeting, tiles, fences, pipes, guttering, floor coverings, electrical boards and any other thing containing asbestos. Repairing of asbestos lined roofs and walls.
• Asbestos-containing materials are encapsulated to protect workmen and others from getting disturbed during the renovation or repair works.
• Asbestos-contaminated dust is also removed.
• Soil contaminated by asbestos dust is also removed.
• The asbestos containing materials are safely transported to approved facilities.
• Site clean-up is also done by the agencies after the conclusion of removal operations.

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Buildings slated for demolition also require testing for the presence of asbestos. This is because such buildings spread asbestos dust throughout the area after demolition which is harmful to the people. The asbestos removal agencies carry out a thorough inspection for the presence of asbestos and carry out removal operations if asbestos-containing materials are detected.

The workmen employed by the asbestos removal services are qualified and licensed to carry out asbestos removal. They are also fully insured against any mishap. Specialized suits are provided to the workmen to prevent exposure. High- grade equipment to contain asbestos fibers are used in the removal operations. 24/7 emergency response is provided by most of the agencies in cases of fire, wind and water damage, spills, etc.

Precautions

Asbestos testing must be undertaken before going for repairs or renovation. A certified asbestos consultant must always be hired for testing. The asbestos removal agencies can also have their own consultants. The consultant monitors the removal process and certifies the successful removal of asbestos from the property.