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What should I do if I have vermiculite in my attic? How do I know if the insulation on my pipes is asbestos? If I wear a dust mask, can’t I just remove the asbestos myself?
What should I do if I have vermiculite in my attic?
Answer:
Do Not Disturb It! Any disturbance has the potential to release asbestos fibers into the air. Limiting the number of trips to the attic and shortening the length of those trips can help limit your potential exposure. Do not try to remove the insulation by yourself. Hire professionals trained and certified to safely remove the material.
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How do I know if the insulation on my pipes is asbestos?
The only certain way is to bulk sample the material. If the material is dated before 1978, there’s a good chance asbestos may be present.
If I wear a dust mask, can’t I just remove the asbestos myself?
A nuisance dust mask will not protect you from the dangerous asbestos fibers. Our technicians are trained in the latest techniques to remove asbestos in a safe manner for them and the area that they are working in. Containment of the area and cross contamination are key concerns when removing asbestos.
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