Finishing Touch Asbestos Abatement Corp., Inc.

Finishing Touch Asbestos Abatement Corp., Inc. Finishing Touch Asbestos Abatement Corp., Inc. has over 25 years of experience dealing with Asbestos in residences. Another type looks like corrugated paper.

THERE ARE 2 FORMS OF ASBESTOS, FRIABLE AND NON-FRIABLE:FRIABLE-This type of asbestos containing material can be crumbled easily by hand pressure, it usually appears as flakes or chunks of white material. Friable Asbestos is the most dangerous form of asbestos because the fibers may become airborne if disturbed. Below are some examples of Friable Asbestos:FURNACES AND STOVES: Old furnaces, boilers

and stoves may have been insulated with asbestos. Before replacing heating systems, call a licensed asbestos removal contractor to inspect your heating system.PIPE INSULATION: Asbestos pipe insulation looks white and chalky and may be wrapped in canvas. If your home is older than 30 years old, call a licensed asbestos removal contractor before disturbing the material.WALLS AND CEILINGS: Homes older than 30 years old may have walls or ceilings containing Asbestos. Call a licensed Asbestos removal contractor before beginning any renovation project where the suspected materials may become disturbed.NON-FRIABLE ASBESTOS-This type of Asbestos is usually bonded with another material, therefore the fibers are contained and are less likely to become airborne unless cutting or scraping through the material. Below are some examples of Non-Friable Asbestos:FLOORING: Asbestos containing floor tile may be found in 9x9 tiles, 12x12 tiles or sheet vinyl flooring. The asbestos found in vinyl flooring won't release fibers unless the tiles are aggressively disturbed by scraping, wet sanding or sawing through the material. It is safe to cover asbestos containing floor tile with new flooring. If you would like to have the tiles removed altogether, call a licensed asbestos removal contractor.ROOFING, SHINGLES AND SIDING: Asbestos containing materials may be found in older roofing, siding and shingles. The fibers are not likely to be released unless sawing, cutting or drilling the material. Asbestos containing siding may be re-sided over the existing material. If you have any questions about siding, roofing or shingles call a licensed asbestos removal contractor before undertaking renovations.If you have any concerns about Asbestos containing materials in your home, call a licensed Asbestos professional. The only way to tell if any materials contain Asbestos is to have a sample taken and sent to a laboratory to be analyzed for Asbestos content. Removal is the only permanent solution however, the material may be able to be encapsulated or enclosed. A licensed Asbestos removal contractor should be able to assist you in determining a solution to Asbestos problems in your home. Asbestos waste should never be put out with household trash, call a licensed Asbestos contractor to deal with any loose or bulk Asbestos waste that needs to be disposed of.Finishing Touch Asbestos Abatement Corporation has over 25 years of experience dealing with Asbestos in residences, please refer to the "About Us" page of this website for a background of Finishing Touch Asbestos Abatement Corp. and if you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact us via email or telephone. Site Manager Sign InPowered ByYellow Pages lnk

09/05/2019

Sometime in the past, asbestos was considered a wonder material. It insulates, it's fireproof, odorless and lends strength to materials it was mixed with. However, it was eventually discovered that it made those who were exposed to it long enough, sick.

09/03/2019

If you decide to have your home tested for asbestos, it makes good sense to work only with a known specialist. While it will probably cost you more, you can rest assured that they have the proper tools and know how to get the job done right.

08/29/2019

If you plan to purchase a property built before the 70s, then it might be prudent for you to have it tested for the presence of asbestos before you proceed. This is because it wasn't until the early 90s that builders stopped using this material.

08/27/2019

Abrasions, cracks, and disintegrating construction materials are some of the telltale signs that disturbed asbestos may be present. If you see any of these signs, contact a specialist immediately before the fibers become airborne.

08/22/2019

It’s important that prior to demolition all asbestos material is safely and professionally removed. This ensures that residual asbestos and asbestos fibers do not linger in the air afterward and pose a risk to workers performing post-demolition cleanup.

08/20/2019

Despite it being hazardous to human health, the U.S. government and the governments of other developed nations still allow the manufacture of products containing asbestos and many buildings still contain asbestos-containing materials.

08/15/2019

According to the U.S. National Safety Council as well as the U.S. Office of Compliance and the U.S. Product Safety Commission (as well as many others), asbestos has been documented as a "known human carcinogen." It is also the leading cause of mesothelioma, a malignant cancer of the heart, lungs, and stomach.

08/13/2019

When building reconstruction or demolition is planned, an asbestos survey report prior to the work is usually mandated to confirm the absence or the presence of asbestos. A certified asbestos removal professional can handle the reporting as well as any asbestos containment and removal.

08/08/2019

While asbestos should be removed if it has been disturbed, there may be instances where it is better to leave it in place and seal it in. We will inspect your project and let you know which is the better method.

08/06/2019

If you suspect that asbestos is present in your home, don’t panic. Be sure to leave the material alone and call an asbestos removal company as they know best how to handle the job safely.

08/01/2019

Essentially, the Industrial Revolution was a boon for the asbestos industry. Factories manufacturing asbestos sprung up everywhere, and new and unique ideas for the use of asbestos were being devised on a regular basis.

07/30/2019

As asbestos experts we are intimately familiar with rules from the Environmental Protection Agency that dictate when asbestos materials must be removed.

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