Asbestos Information

Winter is over and everyone is happy to see the first signs of Spring. Green grass and birds are everywhere. The weather is warmer and this sparks your desire to clean your home. Spring cleaning is done by millions of people each year and most do not realize the dangers of asbestos. Asbestos could be lying dormant in your home.  Once you begin cleaning, there is a chance that you may disturb the asbestos. If this happens, your entire home and everyone in it will be exposed to asbestos. Asbestos is hazardous to your health and continued exposure can lead to death. Asbestos Abatement Services is here to educate you on the dangers of asbestos and Spring cleaning.

• Basements

Basements are not just the perfect breeding ground for mold, but they also can house asbestos. Asbestos may be hidden in insulation, tile, and even the caulking and cement in your basement. If any of these items are disturbed or broken, you are at risk of asbestos exposure. It is important to have an asbestos home inspection before doing any type of spring cleaning. This will give you peace of mind and keep you and your family healthy.

• Roof Cleanups

Replacing shingles and cleaning your roof seems like a normal activity. If your home is older, it could mean asbestos exposure. Roofing shingles once contained asbestos and if the shingles are worn down from the elements or are broken, you will be exposed. Have a professional handle any type of roofing. They have the proper equipment to safely fix your roof.

• Wallpaper Removal

With spring cleaning comes fresh wallpaper and painting. Wallpaper glue once contained asbestos. If your home is a bit older, it is important to leave the wallpaper alone until a professional has checked your home for asbestos. By removing the wallpaper, you allow the asbestos to circulate throughout your home. Once it gets into your HVAC system, it will expose your entire household.

• Textured Painting

Removing textured painting or popcorn ceilings should never be done unless it is completed by a professional. Professionals have the proper equipment to remove textured paint safely. The textured paint or popcorn ceiling may contain asbestos. Once you begin removal, you will be exposed to asbestos and it will be hard to remove once it becomes airborne.

• Broken Tile Cleaning and Removal 

Broken floor or ceiling tiles could contain asbestos. Always have a professional handle broken tiles. A simple asbestos inspection could save you from wondering if your home is asbestos free. If you have an inspection of your home and you do not have asbestos, then feel free to enjoy your spring cleaning and any projects that it may lead to.

Spring time brings on projects. Whether it is large outdoor projects such as roofing and flooring, or smaller ones like wallpaper or wall painting, the risk of asbestos exposure is out there. Asbestos hides in plain sight and you will never know it is there until you have a professional check your home or business. If you are thinking of doing any spring projects around the home, you should have a professional asbestos removal company check your property. Below are some plays asbestos may be hiding.

• Wallpaper

After winter, people want to change up the insides of their homes. One of the easiest ways to do so, is through wallpaper. Unfortunately, wallpaper glue, may contain asbestos. If you begin removing the wallpaper, it can expose you and your family to asbestos.

• Textured Paint

Do you hate that textured paint look? Many people do! However, it is hazardous to remove textured paint. Textured paint may contain asbestos and the removal will expose your entire home and family to asbestos. A professional should remove textured paint or popcorn ceilings.

• Roofing

Roofing should always be done by professionals. Roofing shingles and the glues are known to contain high levels of asbestos. If you do not have the proper equipment, you will end up exposed and possibly very sick.

• Ceiling Tiles

Wanting to change your ceiling tiles? Not so fast! It is possible that your ceiling contains asbestos. A quick inspection by the professionals should get you back on track.

• Flooring

Tiles are known to have asbestos. Breaking apart floor tiles can cause asbestos dust to travel throughout your home. This can be very dangerous. Always consult an asbestos professional such as Asbestos Abatement Services before doing any flooring projects.

• Caulking and Cement 

Caulking and cement that is in crevices may contain asbestos. Once this begins to break down, you are exposed to asbestos. It is important to have all areas checked before doing any type of projects. A simple asbestos inspection could save you a lot of money on medical bills and asbestos removal later on.

Asbestos is very dangerous. It is all over the news and in many commercials we see every day. Is it really as bad as they make it out to be? Are the health dangers real? The answer is YES.  Most people do not think their homes or businesses has asbestos. The sad truth is, many buildings and homes in the U.S. still have asbestos fibers. If your building or home is older, it is important to have a professional such as Asbestos Abatement Services do an asbestos inspection. With this simple test, you have the peace of mind you and everyone that comes in to your home or business is safe from asbestos exposure. If you do need to have asbestos removal, you can rest easy that the professionals have used equipment to remove the dangerous asbestos and that the area is 100% free of asbestos. Asbestos exposure causes may different illnesses. Below are just a few of the health dangers:

• Lung Cancer

Cancer is a very serious illness that is linked to asbestos fibers. Lung cancer has many symptoms such as shortness of breath, coughing, pain, fatigue, and fever.

• Asbestosis

This condition is an inflammation in your lungs. It caused breathing problems, coughing, and lung tissue scarring. Over time, your breathing will diminish. This is very serious and should be treated by a doctor.

• Mesothelioma

Considered a rare cancer, it is linked to asbestos fiber exposure. Mesothelioma affects the abdomen, lining of the lungs, and chest cavity. This cancer is very serious and should be handled by health care professionals.

• Lung Issues

Asbestos exposure causes many lung and respiratory issues. From pleural effusions to pleural plaques, the lung problems are numerous. Asthma and even bronchitis are intensified by asbestos fibers.

• Respiratory Issues

If you suffer from continuous respiratory issues, it may be caused by asbestos fibers in your business or home. If this is happening, you should schedule an asbestos inspection and see a doctor.

Any of the above health issues are very serious and should not be taken lightly. You should see a doctor and have an asbestos inspection done on your home or business. With the right equipment, the asbestos removal company could very well save your life.

Everyone hears about asbestos is the news, but do you really know what it is and why it is dangerous? A lot of people really have no clue- they just know it is bad and assume their homes and businesses are asbestos free. Asbestos is a mineral that is naturally occurring. It is durable and has resistance to things such as fire, heat, and chemicals. The best part for manufacturers was its affordability. Below and during the early 1980s it was used for many things like:

• Cements
• Drywall
• Fire Blankets
• Caulking
• Popcorn Ceiling Texture
• Coatings
• Plasters
• Flooring
• Joint Compound Filler
• Roofing
• Stucco
• Building Insulation
• Electrical Insulation
• Attic and Wall Insulation

What are some Health Concerns?

After manufacturers started using asbestos in its products, many got sick. After many tests, it came back that asbestos fibers were to blame. Asbestos is no longer used in products as it is very hazardous to your health. It affects both humans and animals. Asbestos is the number one cause of mesothelioma and other cancers. Rashes and respiratory illnesses are also common illnesses associated with asbestos. Many workers who had been in manufacturing and construction jobs became ill from the asbestos fibers. Luckily, Asbestos Abatement Services and other professionals are available to test your home or business and safely remove asbestos. Hiring a professional for asbestos removal is vital, as if it is not all removed properly, it can continue to live in your home and make you ill.

Why Should I Test my Home or Business for Asbestos?

Asbestos testing is only done by certified professionals such as Asbestos Abatement Services. The company takes several samples from your home or business and send them to a lab for results. If it comes back that you do have asbestos, the professionals have the right equipment to safely and thoroughly remove all asbestos. If asbestos becomes airborne, it can travel throughout your home or business and become a major health threat. If your home or business was built before or during the early 1980s, it is important to have tests run. The test will give you peace of mind in knowing that your health and safety isn’t at risk to asbestos exposure.