Asbestos remains a concerning and hot topic in the media. Why is it still such a hot topic if asbestos is no longer used? The fact is, asbestos is still used in some items. Even though the quantity is low, it is still asbestos fibers and can still make you sick. Asbestos Abatement Services is here to give you the truth about asbestos and where it could be found and what YOU should do about it.
Asbestos can stay in your body for years before it begins to cause trouble. People that were exposed in the 60s and 70s are just now getting symptoms and cancers such as mesothelioma. Most construction companies stopped using materials that contained asbestos in the 80s, but we still see it in homes and businesses built after that time. Is your home or business free of asbestos? How can you find out? Does asbestos look a certain way? Asbestos fibers are so tiny that it blends into whatever material it was used in conjunction with. There is no real way to tell, except from a professional asbestos test.
Where could asbestos be in my home or business?
Asbestos could be virtually everywhere. It was used in many different materials that used around your home. Below are some of the more common places it was used.
- Tiles
- Wallpaper Adhesive
- Roofing
- Caulking
- Glue
- Insulation
- Flooring
- Popcorn Ceilings
- Cords
Above are just the most common. Asbestos fibers were even used in electric blankets, crock pots, and even hot plates. Asbestos was perfect because of its durability and resistance to fire. If your home has not yet been tested for asbestos, call a professional asbestos abatement company. It is never too late to safeguard your home or business. If your home does have asbestos, your asbestos abatement company will help you plan removal. If you think you have been exposed, see your doctor. If your home doesn’t contain asbestos, then you have nothing to be concerned about!
