In residential and commercial structures, asbestos was once used in many products. It was used for insulation, tiles, roofing, and pipes. If you’re lucky, you’ll move into a new home that is free of asbestos. However, some people aren’t going to be this lucky. Asbestos is commonly found in homes built during the 50s and 60s. If you have an older home dating back to even the 80s, you should have it inspected for asbestos. Let a professional check for you because the material could lead to life-threatening consequences.
Pipes That Contain Asbestos
Certain pipes may contain asbestos. Up until the 70s, it was common for asbestos to be used in pipes. It was a popular choice because it can resist heat and insulate the pipes. You will likely find asbestos cement pipes around your property. If this is the case, you should do something about it. Otherwise, there is a risk that the pipe is going to be broken. The fibers will be disturbed and distributed to the air. At some point, you and your loved ones will begin breathing these materials.
At some point, you’ll have to repair or replace the pipes in question. When doing so, you must take steps to protect yourself from these harsh toxins. Otherwise, you’ll inhale them and be prone to cancer and asbestosis. Allowing a professional to handle the removal for you is best. They’ll make sure that everyone is safe during the removal process.
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The Asbestos Cement Pipe Removal Process
Since asbestos is very dangerous, we have to work cautiously to protect our clients. You can try moving the pipes on your own, but the risks are grave. You should wear protective gear to avoid inhaling asbestos fibers. Alternatively, you should let us handle this issue for you. We always follow guidelines set forth by OSHA to ensure that our clients and workers are going to be safe. Our technicians know how to safely remove these hazardous materials and dispose of them in an eco-friendly way.
We’ll achieve this goal without posing a risk to anyone including you and your loved ones. It is common for asbestos pipes to be found in public locations. For instance, they might be under roadways and walkways. Suffice to say, extra steps must be taken to protect people in the area. We can remove the pipes or encapsulate them for you. We’ll follow the steps below to achieve this goal for you.
- We’ll start by installing barriers to protect everyone.
- Our workers will wear protective gear to ensure that they’re going to be safe during the procedure.
- The pipe will be wet down before the removal process.
- The cement pipe will be wrapped to prevent the fibers from escaping and entering the atmosphere.
We’ve got the solutions that you’re looking for. Call our office to learn more about our comprehensive asbestos removal services. We’ll keep you safe during the procedure.
How To Determine If Your Office Or Home Has Asbestos?
There is only one method that provides accuracy for asbestos. Consumers with homes built before 1980 are left guessing if it was installed with asbestos materials. However, these homes have a high probability of being impacted because many building materials were asbestos-based.
Thanks to years of research, it has been determined that asbestos causes a deadly disease known as mesothelioma.
To determine if asbestos-based materials were utilized to build your home, laboratory testing is a must. An asbestos survey is a testing method utilized by professionals. It is also available to home and business owners via a licensed asbestos removal contractor.
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