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April 2021

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Will My Business Need to Be Fully Shut Down For Asbestos Removal?

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Commercial and industrial asbestos removal is different from residential asbestos removal. When we remove asbestos from residential properties, it is usually throughout the home, and we ask that everyone vacates the premises. This is because the area is smaller than commercial and industrial properties. When it comes to larger buildings, we have more options and flexibility. We can shut small areas down at a time, limiting your losses.
Industrial and commercial buildings that test positive for asbestos usually have it throughout the property, which can be extensive. In these cases, we try to work with the company to find the best times and ways to provide asbestos abatement services. Most times, we can work with companies that do not function 24/7. We remove the asbestos on the days where no one will be present in the building.

In cases where the company never shuts down, things become more complicated. We will need to work in sections. We do this by sealing off one area at a time. We will remove the asbestos from that section, ensure it is safe to reopen, then move to the next. By doing this, we allow the business to continue to function, even if it is at limited capacity. We do our best to work with our commercial clients because we know that stopping production means losing money. We are very flexible and can work with most hours and days. Doing sections at a time may create a longer abatement time overall, but it will allow your company to continue operating while we provide asbestos removal. If your commercial or industrial property does have asbestos, talk with your asbestos abatement company. They should be able to work with you on the removal process.

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Asbestos Removal – Who Should I Call?

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Removing asbestos is a comprehensive process that should only be completed by a professional asbestos removal company like Asbestos Abatement Services. It is illegal for anyone without the proper licenses to remove or dispose of asbestos in the United States. This is for the protection of everyone involved. If your home has been tested for asbestos and does contain asbestos, it is vital that you never attempt to remove the asbestos-containing materials. If you cannot remove the asbestos, what should you do?

You should always call a hazardous materials removal company. It is best to hire a company that specializes in asbestos removal, as they will have the most knowledge and the best equipment to handle the job correctly. Asbestos exposure is a genuine concern. No one wants to be exposed to asbestos. It is not only known to cause cancer, but you cannot know for sure if you have been exposed. The fibers cannot be seen by the unaided eye, making it impossible to know if you have been exposed, which is why you need to call a professional. They use respirators and other equipment to remove the asbestos from your property, one room at a time. Rooms must be sealed off before the removal process begins. There is a method to removing asbestos to mitigate the risk of exposure. Asbestos Abatement has the knowledge and skill for safe asbestos removal and disposal. If your home does contain asbestos, do not hesitate to call a professional for removal. The longer you wait, the more at risk you are for exposure to asbestos.

Our job is to remove the asbestos while keeping you and your family safe from the hazardous effects of asbestos exposure. We work with you to find the best time and best price for your asbestos removal.

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Is Asbestos In My Insulation That Dangerous?

By Hazardous Materials Information, Household InfoNo Comments

There are many areas of your home that you never see. One of those areas is your insulation. The insulation of your home is one of the most vital parts of your property. Your insulation protects you from the outside elements by insulating your home. Unfortunately, insulation was one of the main places that we find asbestos when doing asbestos inspections. Asbestos-containing insulation was once thought to be the best insulation because of its resistance to heat. However, over time it was found that asbestos was highly hazardous to your health.

Asbestos insulation was used for decades in homes and businesses across the United States. It was durable and lasted forever, which was perfect for insulating properties. The question comes from the fact that you never see your insulation, so is it really that dangerous to you and your family? The answer is YES! Insulation that contains asbestos is highly hazardous to you and your family.

If your insulation becomes disturbed for any reason, it can release asbestos fibers. These fibers will travel through the air and enter your air ducts, where they will enter all areas of your home. This is where exposure will occur. Asbestos insulation is highly dangerous and should be removed immediately from your home or business. Asbestos abatement for insulation can take time, as all insulation will need to be fully removed and the area checked for any asbestos fibers. If your home does have insulation that contains asbestos, you will need to leave the home until asbestos removal is completed. This is to protect you and your family from asbestos exposure.
Asbestos professionals will wear respirators, special suits and use equipment to seal areas as they work. This is to avoid asbestos exposure and to limit the asbestos to certain areas. Once the asbestos has been safely secured, it will be disposed of at a location that handles hazardous materials, like asbestos.

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Why Should I Be Concerned With Asbestos Roofing?

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Asbestos inside your home should be more dangerous than asbestos on the exterior right? Wrong! All asbestos is equally hazardous to you and your family. All asbestos puts you at risk of exposure. Asbestos roofing was used for decades because of the many benefits. Asbestos roofing was heat-resistant, strong, and cost-efficient. These were all positives for construction companies. At the time, they did not know the true danger of asbestos roofing. Asbestos roofing can quickly breakdown and cause exposure to not only your family but to your neighbors as well.
Asbestos roofing becomes friable and dangerous if it begins to break or come loose. This can occur from storm damages or just general wear and tear. Once the asbestos roofing is friable, the asbestos fibers can float through the air and into your home and the homes in your neighborhood. No one wants to cause harm to anyone knowingly, but by not removing your asbestos roofing, you are causing your family and others harm.

Asbestos roofing is still being found in homes throughout the United States. We are even seeing asbestos roofing in newer homes, which means no roofing is safe. The only way to know for sure that your roofing is safe is through an asbestos inspection. Asbestos fibers cannot be seen, and the only way to truly know if you have asbestos is through an inspection and test. These tests are highly accurate and will help you know if your roofing puts you and your family at risk.

Unfortunately, if you have asbestos roofing, you likely have asbestos-containing materials on the interior of your home as well. When your home is tested, they will test all areas of your property for asbestos. This will allow you to know if your home has asbestos or if you are safe from the dangerous fiber. If you do need asbestos removal, contact a professional for asbestos abatement. They will have all the tools and equipment to remove the asbestos from your property safely.