Asbestos is very dangerous and is harmful to everyone who has contact with it. Asbestos could be anywhere in your home, and you would never know. The only way to know for sure is by having your home tested by an experienced specialist. Asbestos has been used for centuries in construction materials. This substance is durable, sturdy, and fire-resistant, making it the perfect material for construction purposes. Asbestos Abatement Services will list the critical materials that could contain asbestos. Our goal is your safety, if you believe you do have this hazardous material in your home, it is imperative that you give us a call immediately.
To help you understand where asbestos could be, we have created a list of items that it could be hiding in. Asbestos could be in all places in your home. That is a scary thought. In each room of your home could be a fiber that can cause cancer and even death.
Some of the main items that could contain asbestos include:
- Tiles
- Roofing
- Flooring
- Adhesives
- Wallpaper
- Ceilings
- Siding
- Plaster
- Plastics
- Textured Areas
- Insulation
- Wiring
Your bathroom, kitchen, and living room are some of the main areas asbestos could be lurking. It is highly likely that asbestos is in your basement or attic. If you own your home, it is important to have it tested. This is especially important for older homes. Asbestos is not completely banned in the United States, and it is still used in some construction items. For the safety of you and your family, have an asbestos test completed. If you do have asbestos, your chosen professional will devise a plan to remove it safely, before you are exposed. This will give you peace of mind knowing that your family is safe from asbestos exposure and the illnesses that are associated with it.
