Asbestos Remediation Process
Asbestos, a naturally occurring carcinogenic fibrous silicate mineral, is 18,000 times smaller than a human hair. Renowned for its fire-resistant properties, asbestos has been a staple in construction for over a century. While undisturbed asbestos products pose minimal danger, any disruption can lead to a severe health threat. The tiny fibers can contaminate the air, aggravating lung tissue when inhaled, ultimately causing long-term damage and diseases such as asbestos cancer or mesothelioma. Asbestosnation.org and the Environment Working Group estimate annual asbestos-related fatalities between 12,000 and 15,000 in the United States.
If materials containing asbestos have been disrupted on your property through maintenance, construction, or demolition in Southern New Mexico as well as El Paso and West Texas, it is crucial to contact a licensed asbestos removal professional immediately. American Restoration Water and Fire often recommends the expertise of Asbestos Experts for asbestos remediation processes. Asbestos Experts employs trusted technicians who are EPA/AHERA certified in asbestos cleanup, removal, and disposal. Their procedures include, but are not limited to:
- Air Sampling
- Decontamination Area Construction
- Work Zone Regulation
- Negative Pressure Air Handlers
- Penetration/Opening Sealing
- HEPA Vacuums
- Post-Removal Lockdown
- Proper Disposition of Materials in Compliance with the State of Texas and the EPA
Despite being a known carcinogen, asbestos was widely used in thermal insulation products until its ban in 1975. However, according to EPA.gov, it can still be found in various items such as:
- Cement Corrugated Sheets
- Pipeline Wrap
- Roofing Felt
- Vinyl Floor Tile
- Cement Shingle
- Exterior Siding
- Millboard
- Cement Pipes
- Non-Roofing Coatings
- Roof Coatings
If your El Paso area home includes any of these materials and they have been disturbed, or if you are planning any construction, contact the staff at American Restoration Water and Fire. Allow Asbestos Experts to initiate the asbestos remediation process and make your home or business in Las Cruces, El Paso and West Texas safe again.
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