Reduce The Risk Of Asbestos Exposure

Asbestos, as previously mentioned, is a dangerous and deadly fibre that can lead to you having serious health issues, such as lung cancer. Therefore, it is very important to ensure that reduce the possibility of getting infected by staying ahead of the fibre. We have five key steps for you below to help you reduce the risk of asbestos exposure:

1. If you find good conditioned asbestos materials, maintain them as long as possible.

There are two types of asbestos (friable and non-friable). Friable is the more dangerous, and that is when materials, such as walls, roofs break into dust, becoming airborne and dangerous. Non-friable is more solid material and can last for years if well maintained before it turns into friable asbestos. If you find that you have a section of non-friable asbestos in your home, you can keep it in good condition by painting it, adding surface finishes, capping or tightly enclosing it.

2. Locate the asbestos in your home.

If you suspect that there is asbestos in your home, you can get it tested by a professional. Knowing where asbestos is in your home will provide you with some relief and comfort, before making a decision on what you want to do with it.

3. Remove asbestos cement ASAP.

If you find that your cement in your home has been affected by asbestos, ensure that you remove it as quick as possible. When it comes to cement asbestos, getting it removed by a professional is the only and best way to go.

4. Get as much advice as possible.

Learn about asbestos as much as you can. There is plenty to know about the dangerous and deadly fibre, and the more you read up on it, then more informed you will be. Follow our resource page for constant updates about all things relating to asbestos.

5. Engage a professional.

While you might feel the need to remove asbestos yourself, hire a professional when it comes to removing it. They have the right tools, techniques and proper procedure to ensure a smooth and stress-free process. They will ensure that all the asbestos is safely removed from your home.

Do you need to reduce your risk of asbestos exposure?  Contact Us

At A&B Asrem, we provide professional asbestos removal services in Melbourne and its surrounding areas such as McKinnon, Bentleigh, Caulfield and Carnegie. At A&B Asrem we are fully licensed and are able to conduct asbestos testing, inspection and removal in a safe and timely manner. Asbestos is a highly dangerous material, so contact us today if you even suspect that you may have asbestos in your home.