Asbestos remediation with the help of a professional team is the only way to safely remove this toxic substance in your home.
A Quick Overview of Asbestos
Asbestos is most common in houses that were constructed prior to the 1980's in the US. In these homes, it is usually found in insulation, flooring, roofing, and adhesives.
The silicate material is distinguished by its string-like microscopic fibers that are extremely dangerous for humans if inhaled or ingested. This is what makes asbestos a common cause of numerous cancers, including lung cancer, and is why removal of the toxic substance must be done as soon as possible.
Asbestos Remediation: A Step-by-step Process
Never attempt to inspect or remove asbestos on your own. The danger of doing this is simply too high for your health and that of your loved ones - including pets.
This is why you should always hire a professional team to deal with the danger. They have the proper equipment, years of experience, and ability to protect both you and themselves.
Here is the complete removal process you can expect from a professional asbestos remediation.
1. Prepare A Plan
The first thing that the professional asbestos remediation team will do is prepare a thorough plan.
This is a plan that is specially prepared by an industrial hygienist, who has carefully laid out each step of the process to ensure the safety of everyone involved.
Some of the details of the plan include:
- How the area will be treated and which products and machines will be used in the process.
- How the professionals will prepare their own clothing and safety equipment.
- How the house will be prepared before the process starts.
- How the house will be cleaned once the asbestos has been removed.
2. Mark the Area of Hazard
Before asbestos remediation starts, the team will carefully mark the area of the hazard before they start working on it.
They will then mark off the area for protection, making sure that no one other than the team is able to enter the area. Next, they will inform surrounding neighbours that asbestos removal will soon be in process so that everyone has a chance to escape the danger.
3. Sealing the Area of Asbestos Remediation
In order to ensure that no asbestos will escape the hazard area, the team will seal all air ducts, disable the HVAC system, and seal off all entrances and exits to the property with this plastic sheets.
The hygiene team will then come in and inspect everything to ensure that all preparations were properly conducted before they give the go-ahead for asbestos removal to start.
4. Removing the Asbestos
This is the most dangerous part of the process, which is why it is essential that you hire a professional team with years of experience.
The contractors will use various tools to carefully remove all traces of asbestos. They will then proceed to secure the dangerous substance in sealed, disposable bags and correctly throw it away as is required by asbestos removal law.
5. Final Cleaning
When all of the asbestos has been removed, it is now time for a professional, detailed cleanup to ensure that everything is disinfected and safe for life to continue.
Usually, HEPA vacuuming is used on surfaces to remove small particles, and wet methods may be applied to double-check that everything has been removed to the highest level of hygiene.
Only when all of this has been done will the contractors remove the plastic seals that were previously placed, followed by another detailed cleanup.
If you need asbestos remediation, or you are worried that you may have asbestos in your home, please contact us today for a free consultation.
