Most of us know what asbestos is (and that it’s bad). It was frequently used for about 70 years in many types of building materials until the public learned what many building material manufacturers, including insulation manufacturers, had known about for about 60 years—inhaling asbestos fibers is deadly. Even if you do not pass away, asbestos exposure can cause lung cancer, inducing mesothelioma and scarring in the lungs. You could face chronic respiratory issues and be more susceptible to contracting respiratory illnesses. This is why Santa Monica, CA, asbestos abatement is so critical.
Even though asbestos can no longer legally be used for building construction, many older structures, both commercial and residential, still contain materials with the substance. If you have a home or business that you suspect contains dangerous asbestos, contact Nielsen Environmental to learn about your options for safe removal.
The Need For Santa Monica Asbestos Abatement Is Significant
Asbestos, while its use has been discontinued, may still be found, and pose a danger to building occupants. It’s common in ceiling insulation but may be found in surprising places, such as:
- Furnaces and ductwork
- Stove or pipe insulation
- Drywall joint patching compounds
- Floor tiles
- Roofing materials
Our firm carefully inspects your structure to detect all asbestos present there.
The Procedure For Asbestos Abatement In California
California laws have strict standards for asbestos abatement (safe removal of the substance). Many homeowners may not realize how intricate and precise the process must be, but for those facing the risks of asbestos presence and exposure, having the right company handle the removal significantly impacts the safety of your structure.
Although we tailor our process to the presence of asbestos in each structure, typical asbestos abatement typically happens like so:
Testing the Material: Even though you have an older property, that doesn’t automatically mean that asbestos is present. Maybe the initial builder didn’t use materials with asbestos, or perhaps abatement had already occurred. We test the material because proper abatement often means tearing the property apart, and we don’t want to do that if we don’t have to.
Empty the Property: All people and pets must leave the home until we inform you it’s safe to return.
Seal Off the Impacted Area: We seal off each part of the home in which we detected asbestos. This prevents the rest of the property from being contaminated. Our process includes a special film seal and negative air pressure.
Remove the Asbestos: We carefully remove all the asbestos, even in minute areas like popcorn ceilings. We have a precise process and carefully remove every scrap of asbestos from your building.
Vacuum the Affected Area: Once all the asbestos is removed, we scour the area with a special vacuum to ensure the building is safe for people and pets.
Do You Need Asbestos Removal?
Do you need professional asbestos removal to bring your building up to code and ensure its safety for your family and pets? Have you recently purchased an older structure and aren’t sure if asbestos is present? Contact Nielsen Environmental today for expert Santa Monica asbestos abatement.
