Asbestos has been given a lot of bad press over the past several years because of its hazardous nature. This is a material that contains a number of fibrous materials that were designed to be chemical and heat resistant. It has been used in shingles, tiles, and insulation. It is now known that prolonged exposure to this material is hazardous and bad for your health. Exposure to asbestos has been linked to a specific lung cancer called mesothelioma. The following will cover the process of asbestos abatement in Westchester County NY area.
Testing
Before the removal and disposal of asbestos can begin, the materials have to be tested. If no asbestos is present, there is no reason to tear up a house or other structure. Testing needs to show that this element is present before any further services are performed. If it is present, the proper equipment and process has to be followed to protect everyone that has been or would be exposed to it.
Removal
The area where asbestos shows up during testing, should be sealed off to prevent spreading to other areas of a structure. Special film and duct tape is used to secure the area. Special machines with HEPA filters that emit negative air pressure are used to prevent the spread of asbestos to other areas of a building. The goal is to pull in good air while preventing air that is full of asbestos from getting out of the sealed area. A quality Asbestos Abatement in Westchester County NY services will have all this equipment and know the process.
Disposal
Once the area is clear of all asbestos materials, any possible leftover debris is vacuumed and the area is left clean and clear. There are regulations that have to be followed for the disposal of this material or anything affected by this material. It has to be transported in a covered, leak-proof vehicle and taken to the appropriate landfill that is approved for this kind of waste disposal.
If you have concerns about possible asbestos in your home or business, having an initial inspection and testing done is a smart thing to do. AAA Carting is a waste recycling service center that also provides quality Asbestos Abatement. They are dedicated to the proper removal and disposal of this harmful material .
