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What is Asbestos? Asbestos is a mineral fiber. It can be positively identified only with a special type of microscope. There are several types of asbestos fibers. In the past, asbestos was added to a variety of products to strengthen them and to provide heat insulation and fire resistance. Where Can I Find It In My Home?
What Are The Health Hazards? From studies of people who were exposed to asbestos in factories and shipyards, breathing high levels of asbestos fibers can lead to an increased risk of:
The risk of lung cancer and mesothelioma increases with the number of fibers inhaled. The risk of lung cancer from inhaling asbestos fibers is also greater if you smoke. People who get asbestosis have usually been exposed to high levels of asbestos for a long time. The symptoms of these diseases do not usually appear until about 20 to 30 years after the first exposure to asbestos. How To Identify Materials That Contain Asbestos: You can't tell whether a material contains asbestos simply
by looking at it, unless it is labeled. If in doubt, treat the material as
if it contains asbestos or have it sampled and analyzed by a qualified
professional. A professional should take samples for analysis, since a
professional knows what to look for, and because there may be an increased
health risk if fibers are released. Only material that is damaged or will
be disturbed should be sampled. Call today for an in-home
inspection. If the asbestos material is in good shape and will not be disturbed, do nothing! If it is a problem, there are two types of corrections: repair and removal. REPAIR usually involves either sealing or covering asbestos material. With any type of repair, the asbestos remains in place. Repair is usually cheaper than removal, but it may make later removal of asbestos, if necessary, more difficult and costly. Repairs can either be major or minor.
REMOVAL is usually the most expensive method and, unless required by state or local regulations, should be the last option considered in most situations. This is because removal poses the greatest risk of fiber release. However, removal may be required when remodeling or making major changes to your home that will disturb asbestos material. Also, removal may be called for if asbestos material is damaged extensively and cannot be otherwise repaired. Removal is complex and must be done only by a contractor with special training. Improper removal may actually increase the health risks to you and your family. Call today for an in-home estimate. Abatement/Removal: South County Drywall provides licensed supervisors and workers to remove asbestos building materials from your home. These services include, but are not limited to: • Conduct a walkthrough survey of the work area Call South County Drywall today for an in-home estimate. The above information can be found in more detail at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency website: www.epa.gov
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