Asbestos Abatement
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Thomasville Restoration’s Asbestos Abatement Is A Permanent Solution.
Researchers began discovering the health risks associated with asbestos exposure in the 1970s. Before that, asbestos was a widely used material in many buildings because of its durability and heat resistance. In the present day, asbestos is recognized as a carcinogen, meaning asbestos exposure can cause mesothelioma, a type of cancer that can affect the lungs, heart, and abdomen.
Even today, many decades after asbestos was banned in new construction materials, finding asbestos in older properties—older properties (typically built before 1985) is not uncommon. Most experts agree that asbestos is not harmful unless disturbed. When disturbed, it is essential to call a restoration company with expertise in the testing and removal of hazardous material.
In homes built before 1985, asbestos may have been used in the following materials:
- Loose-fill insulation for walls, attics, roofs
- Pipe insulation
- Duct coverings
- Ceiling tiles or popcorn ceilings
The Asbestos Removal Process
CONTAINMENT
To prevent any asbestos fibers from escaping a contaminated area, certified professionals will set up a highly regulated work area. Standard precautions include sealing off air ducts, disabling HVAC systems, and setting up negative air pressure equipment.
REMOVAL
The Thomasville Restoration team will manually remove the asbestos-containing materials wearing protective suits and utilizing air monitoring equipment. Experts will seal the contaminated building materials in specially designed disposal bags. We follow OSHA and EPA safety regulations to dispose of asbestos waste properly.
CLEANING
The cleaning process for asbestos abatement is extensive. After wiping down all contaminated surfaces, technicians use a HEPA vacuum to remove any lingering asbestos particles in the air. We take building material samples and have them independently tested before removing our containment barriers and allowing occupants to return.
Asbestos Precautions
- Keep children away from the affected area
- Limit foot traffic
- Don’t sweep, vacuum, or dust debris
- Call Thomasville Restoration to lead the abatement process
Licensed and certified asbestos technicians have the appropriate gear and skills for asbestos abatement. They’ll also know how to follow local, state, and federal laws for the actual disposal of asbestos-containing materials.
