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Are there grants in Ohio for asbestos removal from heating pipes?
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How do I identify asbestos in my recently purchased home?
If your house was build before 1980, has vinyl flooring, acoustic ceiling tiles, or old parts (pipes, heating, attic, etc.) there may be asbestos present. You can find pictures of asbestos online to aid in identification. Also, you can call a local professional for guidance.
Is asbestos harmful if used in water pipes?
Concrete pipes used to carry water were sometimes made with asbestos, which was used to stregnthen the pipe. Over years and years of water running through the pipes, some erosion will occur and asbestos fibers will get into the water being distributed - although in very low concentrations. If the use of water contaminated with small concentrations of asbestos is harmful, then asbestos use in water pipes is harmful. The problem is that there is no agreement in the scientific community as to whether asbestos in water at the concentrations observed is, in fact, harmful.
Is it ok to use a surgical mask instead of a respirator to remove a small area of asbestos - two wet pipes about two feet long?
Surgical masks are NOT designed to protect the wearer and should never be used for protection from hazardous dusts such as asbestos. Asbestos containing materials should be removed only by someone formally trained in the proper removal and disposal of asbestos.
What are plumbing pipes?
The pipes which are used by plumbers for installation and maintenance for the distribution of potable water for heating and washing, water borne waste removal and drinking also. To know more information visit at- alliedallcityinc.com.
Is asbestos found inside of plumping pipe supply?
Asbestos was used in many different building materials, including asbestos-concrete pipe (a common brand name was Transite). It is generally not found inside metal pipes- it WAS used as insulation on the outside of pipes.
Where US Navy Ships built with material made of asbestos?
Prior to about 1975, asbestos was a common material in insulation around pipes and boilers in Navy Ships.
What is a trades person WHO builds heating pipes?
its a plumber
Why is it important not to use water heating pipes in long straight lengths?
its not important, its just not done, heating radiatorscome in specified lengths use the longest manufactered!
Why do the pipes in a steam heating system need to be insulated?
The pips in a steam heating system need to be insulated to prevent condensation. Condensation can lead to mold and or freezing of the steam pipes in the winter.
What products used by oil companies contain asbestos?
The products used by oil companies that most commonly contained asbestos were insulation on pipes and gaskets on vessel closures and pipe connections. Now, asbestos will be present in these materials only on older installations.
Materials used to seal joints steam pipes?
it will be depend on the application, however following material are generaly used for pipe sealing -asbestos sheed - PTFE -composite sheet(Rubber+asbestos)
Exercise Caution With Asbestos Removal?
Removing asbestos from an older, aging structure can be hazardous because of the multitude of loosened fibers that may be present. Such a property must be thoroughly examined and the exact location of the asbestos noted before any type of demolition or removal is begun.Locating The AsbestosAsbestos was primarily used as an insulating material and general fire retardant. Its silicate composition resembles that of shredded wheat and the large strands contain millions of microscopic fibers. Asbestos was often molded with other materials into wall plates or ceiling tiles in boiler rooms, metal forging areas or rooms containing kilns, and was often mixed with a specialized slurry and used as a coating for wires, steam pipes and even cement floors. If the construction or survey plans for an older structure are still available, the placement of asbestos is often marked clearly.Protect Workers During Asbestos RemovalThose entering the premises where asbestos is known to have been used must wear outer clothing that can either be washed easily on site or have a slick outer surface that will not allow the asbestos fibers to stick. If there is going to be any type of demolition work performed, such as the use of jackhammers on cement floors or the tearing away of walls or ceilings, workers must wear dust masks that have filters to prevent the inhalation of asbestos fibers. Any tiles or wall panels, electrical box insulations or pipes coated with asbestos-laden cloths or cements should be removed in as large of pieces as possible. Asbestos fibers break loose quite easily, especially when the material they are bonded to is cut with a saw, torn by machinery or otherwise damaged.Follow City OrdinancesFind out if the asbestos removal can be performed without certain permits. In many jurisdictions the local government may have restrictions on any kind of removal or demolition work on a structure known to contain asbestos. In many cases a special haz-mat team must perform the removal operation. One of the reasons for this is the problem of what to do with the asbestos once it is removed from the building. Simply throwing it away does not solve the problem and can even result in a huge monetary fine.Asbestos removal is taken very seriously by both local and state governments as well as health organizations. It is always best to consult with professionals if it is determined that this material exists on a property that is being demolished or remodeled.
