How Do You Live With Asbestos Insulation?
Asbestos insulation continues to be a potential health hazard, primarily in aging properties that had been insulated with asbestos prior to the dangers of the material being fully understood. In many homes where asbestos still resides, mainly in attics and between walls, the ability to fully remove the asbestos is not always financially feasible. Because of the high cost associated with removing asbestos, situations exist where learning to safely live with asbestos is a requirement for healthy living. Know where asbestos is in your home. Perform a visual inspection on your own and know the areas that have asbestos, then make a listing of those areas. Be specific in detailing and noting what contains asbestos. Know that asbestos can be found in a variety of places and materials. Check attics, walls, floors and roofs. Have a professional asbestos inspector check your home. Know that the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) advises against disturbing potential areas where asbestos may re
