Melbourne Asbestos Clear
You need an excavation contractor like Asbestos Clear (located in the Melbourne Metro) to provide you with the following services:
1. Asbestos testing
2. Safe removal of asbestos
3. Issuing of asbestos clearance certificates.
The hazards associated with asbestos carry a minimum risk to homeowners. It is however recommended to have any suspicious materials tested to asses the risk. If bonded asbestos has been used in the home, it is often best not to interfere with the materials unless the products have begun to deteriorate or become damaged.
In the event that you do suspect that there is asbestos in your home or business environment, don't panic. Simply use a damp cloth to wipe away any loose fibres while wearing a protective mask. Keep in mind that the material is only dangerous when damaged but it is probably advisable to call in the experts to assess the material and remove it if necessary.
Damage to asbestos can occur through the use of power tools or high-pressure cleaners. This can release fibres that cause the material to become hazardous.
Loosely bonded asbestos carries a higher risk than bonded asbestos and needs to be removed immediately. It is unlikely that this type of asbestos will be found in the home where bonded materials are more common. Bonded asbestos comprises of a low amount of fibres that are set in hardened cement, minimizing the risk of inhalation.
Loosely bound asbestos was commonly used for insulation, fire proofing and sound proofing in non-residential settings (commercial or industrial). Today, asbestos has been substituted with glass fibers that provide the same benefits without the hazards.