Before and After: The Importance of Safe Asbestos Removal
Welcome to the Accolade Hazardous Waste Removal blog! As a hazardous waste removal company specializing in removing asbestos from domestic homes, we're committed to providing top-quality service to our clients. In this blog post, we want to showcase some of our previous work and educate readers about asbestos-containing materials and where they are commonly found in Victorian houses.
As you can see from the images, our team at Accolade Hazardous Waste Removal is highly skilled in identifying and safely removing asbestos-containing materials from your home. By using the latest techniques and equipment, we ensure that your home is left clean, safe and asbestos-free.
Types of Asbestos-Containing Materials
Asbestos is a silicate mineral that was commonly used in building materials up until the 1980s. The most common types of asbestos-containing materials include insulation, roofing materials, flooring, textured paints and coatings, and cement sheeting.
Cement sheeting, also known as fibro, is a type of asbestos-containing material that was commonly used in Australian homes. Hardiflex and fibrolite are two of the most common brands of cement sheeting that contain asbestos.
While asbestos-containing materials may be present in any part of a Victorian house, there are a few areas that are more likely to contain them. For example:
Popcorn ceilings: This type of ceiling texture was popular in the 1970s and often contained asbestos.
Boiler insulation: Boilers were often insulated with asbestos-containing materials to help retain heat.
Vinyl flooring: Vinyl flooring was commonly used in bathrooms and kitchens, and often contained asbestos.
Roofing materials: Asbestos-containing materials were often used in roofing materials to make them more fire-resistant.
Cement sheeting: As mentioned earlier, cement sheeting such as Hardiflex and fibrolite were commonly used in Australian homes and may contain asbestos.
If your home was built before the 1990s, there's a chance that it may contain asbestos-containing materials. This is especially true if your home was built before the 1980s, as asbestos was widely used in building materials during that time.
If you're unsure whether your home contains asbestos-containing materials, it's best to have it inspected by a professional removal company like Accolade Hazardous Waste Removal. Our team of professionals can identify any potential hazards and safely remove any asbestos-containing materials from your home.
Health Risks of Asbestos Exposure
Asbestos exposure can have serious health consequences, including lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis. That's why it's important to hire a professional removal company like Accolade Hazardous Waste Removal to safely remove any asbestos-containing materials from your home.
Solution
If you suspect that your home may contain asbestos-containing materials, don't hesitate to contact us at Accolade Hazardous Waste Removal. We offer free quotes for all your asbestos removal needs and can provide a prompt response to your inquiries. To expedite the process, you can send us photos of the asbestos you require to be removed, along with your name, address, and email via text at 0413 048 948. Our team of professionals is committed to providing top-quality service and ensuring that your home is left clean, safe, and asbestos-free.