What is Involved in Removing Asbestos?
Removing asbestos can be a lengthy and dangerous job. Asbestos exposure is known to cause debilitating and deadly diseases such as asbestosis and mesothelioma, and even a small amount of exposure can be toxic. To safely remove asbestos requires proper safety equipment and knowledge of how to do the job properly. In some cases it may even be safer to hire a licensed asbestos removal expert. In the United States and other countries, asbestos is ubiquitous in homes and public buildings that were constructed prior to the 1980s. In some countries, asbestos is still being used in manufacturing. When asbestos is present in construction materials, there is a risk that as these materials degrade over time, asbestos fibers may be released into the air. Breathing in asbestos fibers is a health risk, so for many homeowners, removing asbestos is an important concern.
