The Risks of Asbestos

Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was widely used in construction materials throughout the 20th century, particularly in the UK, due to its insulating and fire-retardant properties. Unfortunately, exposure to asbestos fibers can cause serious health problems, including mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis.

Asbestos fibers are microscopic and can easily be inhaled when disturbed, releasing tiny particles into the air that can penetrate deeply into the lungs. These particles can then cause inflammation, scarring, and damage to the lung tissue, leading to a variety of respiratory problems and diseases.

Because of the serious health risks associated with asbestos exposure, it is important to take any suspected asbestos materials seriously and seek the advice of a professional asbestos removal company like Affordable Asbestos Removal Devon.

The Materials That May Contain Asbestos

Asbestos was used in a wide variety of building materials throughout the 20th century, due to its insulating and fire-retardant properties. Some of the materials that may contain asbestos include:

• Ceiling tiles
• Floor tiles
• Pipe insulation
• Boiler insulation
• Cement sheet
• Roofing felt
• Textured coatings

Unfortunately, many people are unaware of the presence of asbestos materials in their home or workplace, which is why it is important to have a professional asbestos survey and testing done if you suspect that any materials contain asbestos.

Asbestos Removal Products and Techniques

Asbestos removal requires specialized equipment and techniques to ensure that the asbestos fibers are safely and effectively removed from the property. At Affordable Asbestos Removal Devon, we use a variety of products and techniques to safely and effectively remove asbestos, including:

• PPE (personal protective equipment) for our workers
• Negative air pressure systems to prevent the release of asbestos fibers
• Wetting agents to dampen the materials and reduce the release of fibers
• Encapsulation techniques to seal the asbestos materials in place and prevent the release of fibers
• Specialized vacuum and filtration systems to remove any remaining asbestos fibers from the air and surfaces

Our team of asbestos removal specialists is trained and experienced in using these techniques safely and effectively, ensuring that your property is asbestos-free and safe to inhabit.

Waste and Disposal

Asbestos waste must be disposed of in accordance with the relevant regulations and standards to prevent further exposure to asbestos fibers. At Affordable Asbestos Removal Devon, we take our responsibility to the environment seriously and ensure that all asbestos waste is safely and legally disposed of.

We use licensed asbestos waste carriers to transport the waste to a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility, where it is safely and securely disposed of according to the relevant regulations and standards.