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Retro Flooring Could Contain Asbestos

By Asbestos and Renovations, Asbestos Information, Household InfoNo Comments

Owning a vintage home is at the top of the list for many. Vintage homes are beautiful, and many have the original construction materials intact. Many wish to preserve many of the materials, which can be difficult. Keeping materials can be dependent on if the materials contain asbestos or lead. Vintage homes often have asbestos in many of the materials. To safely remodel and preserve your property, it is vital that you have a certified asbestos professional complete an asbestos inspection and test of the property.

An asbestos professional will be able to collect samples and have them tested, ensuring you know precisely what materials contain asbestos. This can be extremely helpful when completing remodels on vintage homes. Most people want to keep the retro flooring because of the way it looks. Depending on the test results, you may be able to keep the original. However, if the flooring does have asbestos, you can install asbestos-free flooring with a retro feel.

There are many options for the flooring that can ensure you and your family’s safety while keeping the look of your vintage home intact. The best thing you can do before moving into your vintage home is to have an asbestos inspection. These inspections are highly accurate and can give you peace of mind that your family is safe from asbestos exposure. It is important to know if there are asbestos-containing materials on the property before moving in.

If the property has asbestos, the asbestos will need to be removed as soon as possible. If the flooring does contain asbestos, it will need to be removed and replaced. As we stated above, there are many retro options to keep the vintage look of your property. Most parts of your vintage home can be replaced with materials that match the original look, minus asbestos fibers.

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5 Reasons To Test Your Property For Asbestos

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Asbestos was used in many different construction materials throughout the 80s and even early 90s. During the 90s, the number of materials containing asbestos was cut drastically, thanks to rules and regulations. However, asbestos isn’t banned and is still used in some materials. Asbestos exposure is as dangerous now as it was decades ago. We are seeing younger people with asbestos-related illnesses. Below, Utah Asbestos Abatement will discuss five reasons you should have your property tested for asbestos.

Do It Yourself Projects

Many are a fan of DIY projects and consider it a hobby. If you own a home, it is best to test the property before you begin any projects. Disturbing asbestos-containing materials are common during projects and can cause asbestos exposure, which will lead to illnesses in the future.

Your Property Is Older

Properties built before the 90s are at a greater risk of containing asbestos in construction materials. Owning an older property comes with many responsibilities, and one should be testing for asbestos. Asbestos was used in insulation, flooring, ceilings, and even roofing. Your property likely contains asbestos, which, if damaged or worn, can cause asbestos exposure.

You Have Broken or Worn Materials

As with all older properties, it is likely you have construction materials that have become worn and damaged from wear and tear. This is common in older properties. Older and worn materials are highly dangerous because asbestos fibers are released and can float through the air and expose anyone in the general area.

Nature Damaged Materials

Storms and water damages are some of the main causes of damaged materials in structures. We can never predict when a natural damage may occur. If your property has asbestos-containing materials, you are at a high risk of exposure if damages do occur.

Construction Damaged Materials

Remodels and repairs are one way that damages occur during construction. If materials that contain asbestos are disturbed, it puts everyone at risk. It is best to have the property tested before any remodels of construction work begins.

As you can see, there are many reasons you should have your property tested for asbestos. Asbestos exposure can lead to severe illnesses, including cancers like mesothelioma.