Asbestos is more than simply an old building material, it’s a major health risk. In business buildings across Massachusetts, asbestos exposure is still a major problem, especially in older properties. It can produce toxic fibers that lead to chronic ailments if it is disturbed. How do you manage this danger, then? Let’s break down the facts.
In the past, asbestos was utilized in construction for durability, fire resistance, and insulation. It can be found in roofing, ceiling panels, pipe insulation, floor tiles, and more. However, asbestos fibers can enter the air and your lungs. When these materials shatter, crumble, or are disturbed. That’s where the risk begins.
How Do Commercial Buildings Handle Asbestos?
Not only is asbestos management wise, it's required by law. This is the usual approach taken by property owners:
A licensed professional's inspection
Massachusetts law mandates that you obtain an asbestos inspection before beginning any renovations or destruction. This can only be done by qualified professionals.
Appropriate Removal and Containment
If asbestos is discovered, certified contractors must remove or encapsulate it by state regulations. Preventing airborne fibers is the aim.
Filing a Notification with MassDEP
Before removing or disrupting asbestos, property owners in Massachusetts are required to inform the Department of Environmental Protection. Failure to complete this step may result in penalties.
Ongoing Monitoring
It must be routinely inspected even if asbestos is not removed. Although intact asbestos can be left out, it needs to be inspected for wear or damage.
Why Is Asbestos Such a Risk?
It is microscopic: asbestos fibers are invisible, but they are easily ingested once they are in the air.
It takes decades to show: After exposure, health problems could appear years later.
As it accumulates in the body, inhaled fibers can lead to lung cancer, asbestosis, and mesothelioma.
Common Places Asbestos Hides
In Massachusetts, many commercial properties built before 1980 still contain asbestos. You might find it in:
Pipe insulation
Floor and ceiling tiles
HVAC duct insulation
Spray-applied fireproofing
Roofing materials
The solution: Asbestos Removal Services
If you can confirm that the material contains asbestos, the best thing to do in such a situation would be to contact RidAway. It's an expert when it comes to dealing with asbestos. It is EPA-approved, state-licensed, and industry-certified and guarantees 100% asbestos removal. We provide:
Industry safety protection
100% asbestos removal
State-certified & licensed
75-100% off insulation
