Some of the materials which you may remove from your home during home or commercial renovations may be hazardous materials that require special precautions when removing or getting rid of them, these include asbestos and asbestos-containing materials, lead, treated timber and certain other compounds. If you are unsure what you are dealing with it is usually best to call in a contractor as many of these substances can put you at serious risk of health complications if not treated correctly.
Asbestos and Asbestos-Containing Materials
Asbestos and asbestos-containing materials were often used in construction before about the late 1970’s, early 1980’s and if your home is older then this then you could still well have asbestos containing materials in your home. When these materials are disturbed, broken or torn they can release asbestos fibers into the air which when inhaled lead to Mesothelioma, a deadly lung cancer. In order to remove these materials it is therefore necessary to take special precautions to minimize the release of these particles and to protect your respiratory system. Do not do this yourself but rather call in experts at removing hazardous materials such as asbestos, who have the necessary knowledge.
Lead Removal
Another hazardous material that is often removed from homes is lead. Lead was often used in paints and when this paint work is removed it can cause problems if not treated correctly. The dangers of lead include problems with the nervous system, red blood cells, bones and kidneys and may eventually lead to death.
Treated Timber
Treated timber is another hazardous material that often contains CCA or Copper chromium arsenic, arsenic being a poison. This arsenic can then be absorbed through the human skin, inhaled, or transferred to the mouth by touching the treated timber and then bringing the hands to the mouth. When this occurs it can hold serious implications for the person involved. It is therefore important that when treated timber is removed that it is treated cautiously and it should only be removed by professional contractors.
Finding a Contractor to Remove Hazardous Materials
If you have any of these substances in your home and are doing home renovations it is best to call in an expert to remove these hazardous substances. They know the proper precautions to take and have the correct equipment in order to take these precautions. You can find a contractor to assist you in the HandyAmerican.com directory or by posting a project to our website.
Removing hazardous materials is not a task to be undertaken by the DIY expert and requires special precautions and equipment to ensure against any risk. You can find a professional to assist you with hazardous material removal using the HandyAmerican.com directory or by posting your project to receive responses from local contractors.
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