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3/8/2021 (Permalink)
SERVPRO takes a sample of the suspected asbestos materials and sends them off for testing.
What to expect when your property needs asbestos removal
EPA and OHSA both have guidelines when a property may or may not have asbestos. Before the remodel or demolition of an educational, industrial, or multi-unit residential property, the EPA requires that you must perform an asbestos inspection. Also, to maintain a safe working environment for both residents and staff, OSHA demands asbestos surveys and asbestos testing.
Asbestos surveys are necessary to identify whether a property has asbestos-containing materials (ACM). In every asbestos removal project, protocol development is a vital component. It defines the locations that contain asbestos, records what areas to extract, and documents the project's safety and health aspects.
Understanding the Ohio asbestos regulations is essential to protect landowners and employees. The development and application of an asbestos removal protocol are crucial for completing an effective asbestos abatement project.
A short history of asbestos
Since the 1970s, the U.S. government has restricted the use of asbestos. Although banned, asbestos is still present in older construction materials in the U.S., including flooring, insulation, ceiling, textured paint, and roof tiles.
Asbestos testing and removal in Dayton, Ohio
Contact an abatement specialist immediately to determine the right course of action when asbestos is suspected to be present at a property. Please consider that it is always best to keep the substance undisturbed if the asbestos-containing item is not damaged.
3 Initial asbestos removal questions:
The asbestos removal company will be looking for the answers to these three questions:
- Is it present? Location, quantity, and presence of asbestos.
- Does it pose a risk? A risk that asbestos might be disturbed during renovations, demolitions, and repairs.
- How much asbestos is present? Referring to how much of the building will be involved in asbestos abatement.
When to get asbestos testing
If you are considering a demolition or renovation project this year, you may be thinking about when or if you need to call in a specialist to test for asbestos. Sadly, too many property owners make wrong assumptions about when testing for asbestos is needed, and it never ends well.
Test for asbestos before any renovation project.
Many property owners think that if their building was built after EPA began regulating asbestos tests, it is okay to ignore asbestos testing. Even if the property was built after 1970, asbestos could still be present in many forms.
Test for Asbestos Before Any Demolition Project.
NESHAP addresses demolition work and does not provide exceptions to the requirement that asbestos testing must always be carried out in advance, irrespective of the condition, age, or other aspects present in the structure or building components.
Test Frequently in Older Buildings
Many older asbestos-based items can become permeable (easily crumbled) as they age. It is common to find permeable asbestos in aged fireproofing & insulation.
Asbestos removal process
When it comes to removing asbestos, there are three options.
- Removal: Removal of asbestos-containing items (ACMs).
- Encapsulation: Focusing on sealing the asbestos away so that there's no exposure.
- Demolition: Removal of all ACMs and other materials altogether.
It is time for final risk assessment and testing after the asbestos has been removed. After testing confirms that your property is free of harmful asbestos, the abatement is over.
SERVPRO asbestos removal
Hundreds of asbestos removal projects have been completed by SERVPRO of East Dayton/Beavercreek on properties, including large commercial, governmental, residential, and healthcare buildings.
SERVPRO is a renowned company, and it has been serving customers in Dayton since 1967. We are a leader in the asbestos removal industry. Our team is fully equipped with state-of-the-art tools and has adequate experience in the asbestos removal field.
We are here to help if you need asbestos testing in Dayton. We will take material samples to send to testing, and the removal will be taken care of by our asbestos abatement professionals. We also provide our customers with 24/7 emergency services in case of an unfortunate disaster. Contact us today!