If your home was built before the 1970s or 80s, it might contain asbestos. This hazardous material is now known for causing cancer, but before that, it was often used as insulation. This carcinogen becomes especially dangerous when it crumbles and becomes airborne, as it can be inhaled. If you suspect your home contains asbestos, it’s imperative you call a professional for asbestos removal. Never try to remove the material yourself, or you could put yourself and others in considerable danger.

Stopping the Spread of Asbestos

Asbestos can become airborne very easily—simply walking near it is enough to kick it up, allowing it to spread through air vents and contaminate the rest of your home. As a result, it can quickly become unmanageable. That’s why professionals have developed a systematic approach for controlling and containing asbestos. In part, they minimize airflow throughout the area and dampen the dust so it can’t float throughout the air. These steps, among others, mitigate the situation by lessening the opportunities for asbestos to spread. Professionals also have the necessary protective equipment, so they won’t harm themselves while containing the problem.

Ensuring Proper Collection & Disposal

Once asbestos removal professionals have mitigated the situation, they’ll need to collect the chemical. This aspect must be handled with absolute precision, so every particle is removed and no asbestos is accidentally dispersed. In addition to the skill and technique this requires, removal should only be done with the right receptacle: a tightly sealed asbestos container or package, which only a professional can obtain. This container must then be brought to an appropriate disposal facility, as disposing of it anywhere else could seriously harm the environment. The only way to ensure no mistakes are made during collection and disposal is to hire a trusted professional.

If you’re concerned about asbestos contaminating your home, get in touch with Priority 1 Construction Service. They provide asbestos removal and home insulation services to the Greater Cincinnati, OH, area, and have been in business for over 20 years. To request a quote from their qualified and experienced contractors, call (513) 922-0203. Information about their other services is available online.