Asbestos has recently become known as one of the most hazardous construction materials in existence. Therefore, if it’s discovered in your home, it’s crucial to hire professionals for immediate removal service. Priority 1 Construction Service is proud to perform comprehensive asbestos removal work throughout Cincinnati, OH, and the Tri-State area. Here, they offer a brief guide to this crucial process.

Where Is Asbestos Removed From?

As a thread-like mineral, asbestos can be found in many construction projects completed before 1980. Luckily, that’s when the toxic substance was banned from the building industry, but it hasn’t been eradicated from every structure. Asbestos removal professionals start by testing suspicious properties before looking to the insulation, ceiling, roofing, and flooring for this dangerous fibrous substance. In addition to residential properties, asbestos can be found in commercial buildings or turn up after natural disasters.

How Is Inhalation Prevented During Asbestos Removal?

During the asbestos removal process, trained technicians must do everything in their power to avoid inhaling the dangerous fibers. Therefore, they must wear masks, full-body suits, gloves, glasses, and booties. While all family members should wear the appropriate accessories, all pets should also be removed from the vicinity of the asbestos source.

Also, all clothing should be disposable so airborne fibers can’t hitch a ride on fabrics. As a further precaution, many technicians wet asbestos materials when removing them, which makes the fibers heavier and less likely to float away. Once collected, the asbestos-containing materials must be put into garbage bags and tightly sealed. 

If your home could use a thorough inspection, contact the professionals at Priority 1 Construction Service. If they detect the presence of this harmful mineral, they will quickly carry out an asbestos removal plan to ensure your family breathes easy once more. For more information on their capabilities, call (513) 922-0203 or visit their website.