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Asbestos exteriors on houses is usually in the form of asbestos cement or similar hard materials. The asbestos fibers in such materials is "encapsulated" and cannot be released into the environment unless the material is crushed or turned to dust in some other way, as, for example, by drilling or saw cutting.
The only way asbestos can be harmful is if it gets into the body. The only way asbestos from asbestos concrete can get into the body is if it is released by turning the concrete material into some form of dust.
Therefore, as long as you do not drill, cut, sand or otherwise break it up the material it is not a hazard.
There is also the issue of what happens as the weather erodes the material. Tests on asbestos-concrete barn roofs in France some 20 years ago showed that the weathering process not only degrades the concrete, but also destroys the fibrous nature of the asbestos component. So no particular hazard there.
What else can I help you with?
What environment is not safe?
There are many environment's which are unsafe such as asbestos in the walls of your house, to wood mites in your house's flooring.
Is asbestos survey needed for exterior of a building?
Yes, it can be. It depends on the local building regulations.
What is the best way for removal of asbestos?
I would like to clear my house of asbestos. What is the best technique for asbestos removal?
Home Asbestos Testing?
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Which companies offer asbestos testing services?
I'm worried about the threat of asbestos in my house. Which companies provide asbestos testing?
What is exterior lights?
Lighting on the exterior of your house.
Have found asbestos in your house are you responsible for the removal of the asbestos is the mortgage company responsible?
Unless the seller of the house offered you an assertion that there was no asbestos there, or local law says otherwise, you are responsible for any problems created by the presence of asbestos. The mortgage company gave you a loan, they have no responsibility for cleaning up asbestos.
Who can test my house for asbestos?
If you're wanting someone to come test for asbestos, I would suggest going to www.epa.gov/asbestos/. There they tell you everything you need to know about asbestos and where you can locate a laboratory to test for it.
How can you determine if you have asbestos in your house?
To determine if you have asbestos in your house, you can hire a professional to conduct an inspection and take samples for testing. Asbestos is commonly found in older homes in materials like insulation, flooring, and ceiling tiles. Testing is the only way to confirm the presence of asbestos, as it cannot be identified by sight alone.
How can I do asbestos removal?
The only true way to remove asbestos from your home is to call a profession that has a degree in air fibers. The thing you have to worry about is how long you have been exposed to asbestos. When you go in a house with asbestos you are supposed to ware a mask.
Are there service providers that remove asbestos from your house?
Yes, there are many service providers in the Toronto area that remove asbestos from your home. One popular company is Toronto Asbestos Removal, Homestars Toronto, and ACM Asbestos Abatement.
Does drywall made in 1977 contain asbestos?
The paper on the exterior of drywall made in 1977, or the spackling compounds use to bridge the space between two pieces of drywall, may contain asbestos, or it may not. The only way to know for sure is to have a sample collected by a person who is qualified to do that, and have it analyzed by a lab that is qualified and experienced in asbestos analysis.
