At Hogan Environmental Cleaning, we recognize the disruption and stress that can arise when there is a potential presence of asbestos in your home or commercial business. We know you have questions and we are here to help.
Asbestos Removal and Encapsulation
Our Asbestos Abatement services include to safely identify, manage, and remove asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) from commercial and residential properties.
Asbestos Removal FAQs
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral composed of thin, fibrous crystals renowned for their exceptional durability, heat resistance, and insulating properties. It was extensively used in construction materials, automotive parts, and various industrial applications. Known as the “miracle mineral,” asbestos was prized for its ability to withstand fire, chemicals, and electrical damage, making it a versatile and valuable resource in many industries.
In America, it has been extensively used in construction materials, such as insulation, roofing, and floor tiles, as well as in automotive brake linings and shipbuilding. Asbestos becomes harmful when its fibers are disturbed and inhaled, leading to serious health issues like asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. It is commonly found in older buildings, particularly those constructed before the 1980s when its use was significantly reduced due to health concerns and regulatory measures.
Asbestos is most harmful when its fibers become airborne and are inhaled, usually when asbestos-containing materials are disturbed or damaged. When asbestos is in a friable state, it crumbles easily and releases tiny fibers into the air, posing serious health risks.
Asbestos exposure poses serious health risks, primarily affecting the lungs and respiratory system. Inhaling asbestos fibers can lead to asbestosis, a chronic lung disease causing scarring of lung tissue. It also increases the risk of lung cancer and mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive cancer of the lining of the lungs or abdomen. Long-term exposure can result in severe respiratory issues and other complications, often manifesting years after the initial exposure.
To find out if your home or building contains asbestos, consider the construction date, as buildings from before the 1980s are more likely to contain asbestos materials. Common materials with asbestos include insulation, vinyl floor tiles, and ceiling tile. Other hotspots include boilers and roofing materials. To find out if you have asbestos containing material we can do testing today.
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