Different Methods of Asbestos Removal

 

It is not uncommon for homeowners to think that the asbestos removal process is difficult, but it is a very simple process. It is actually the hardest part of the asbestos removal process and can make the difference between what you end up with and what you have to replace it with. It all depends on how it was handled by your previous owner.

If you had an old home or building with asbestos then you are going to be dealing with it for the next twenty years or so. You do not want to discover that someone in your family has been exposed to the deadly fiber just because your problems started once you bought your new home. If you are not familiar with asbestos, there are some common terms that are associated with it. The best thing to do is to contact an asbestos attorney in the case that you are unsure about any of the terms and arrange asbestos survey from a professional company.

Asbestos is so well known because so many people have become sickened from inhaling the fibers that are around us. The fibers can cause diseases such as cancer. The dust that comes off of the particles can contain bacteria that cause respiratory illnesses such as asthma and the same dust can travel to other rooms if not properly removed. Removing the fibers from the walls of your home is very important because of the danger it poses. There are many ways to do this but you want to avoid using solvents that are present in most such processes.

The best way to do asbestos removal is to use a special vacuum that will suck the fibers from the walls and ceilings of your home. This type of removal is referred to as drywall cleaning and it will remove the asbestos fibers from the walls and ceiling. There are three methods of removing asbestos.

 

The first method of removing the fibers is usually done during the time house removal process. This method is called wet extraction. This method uses water to remove the asbestos from your walls, floors, and ceilings.

The second method is the airless extraction method. The fibers are removed using a vacuum cleaner that is not as powerful as the vacuum used for wet extraction. When removing the asbestos from your ceiling the ductwork, plumbing and piping may need to be removed. A contractor will come into your home and cut out these areas to prevent any danger from the removal process.

The third method of removing the fibers is a very professional asbestos removal technique. It is done by a professional asbestos removal company and involves wet chemical extraction.