In its natural state, asbestos is a mineral fiber that was used until the 1990’s for its adaptability capacity to resist heat and moisture, making it the best construction material, with insulation and fireproof properties, for residential and commercial structures. Incredibly, since early 1900’s the first case of fibrosis in the lungs was discovered, and was called asbestosis, and later in 1931, the definition of mesothelioma, an asbestos-related cancer was finally recognized by the medical circle. Currently, more than 50 countries around the globe have banned the use of asbestos, but sadly Canada is not part of them. Asbestos removal cost can start from $600 and up depending on the type of job and area to cover. At A&D Demolition and Asbestos Removal, we will explain you the asbestos removal process for businesses or homes.
Asbestos Testing
If your house or commercial building was constructed before 1990, the chances of finding asbestos are high. Whether you have the suspicion of having asbestos or not, our recommendation is to always protect yourself and your family or workers, making sure that your properties are free of asbestos-related materials. This needs to be done by a professional in asbestos testing. If you are located in the Lower Mainland, you need to contact your municipality or City to be certain to have an expert doing the job. The hazard of asbestos is when it is disturbed. Its airborne fibres are not visible to the naked eye and can stay in the air for hours, increasing the risk of inhalation.
Asbestos Removal Cost
After the asbestos survey and testing has been done, and if asbestos-related materials have been identified, the next step is to get in touch with the asbestos removal professionals. People may think that this process just takes place when a renovation or demolition of a property is done, or when you are selling it, but even if asbestos is not going to be disturbed, for your safety it is better to remove it. In order to avoid asbestos exposure, the property needs to be empty, sealing doors and windows of the part that has to be removed. Hazardous signs need to be placed on any entrance of the job area, letting people know the danger. Depending on the size of the home or building, a professional asbestos removal team can be able to finish the work in one day for less than $2,000.
Asbestos removal cost varies from job to job because it depends on the amount of asbestos-containing materials and where it was used. For example, it can be more expensive to remove interior insulation from roofs or walls than just removing floor tiles. Whether you have a renovation project in mind or not, consider asbestos testing for your property. At A&D Demolition and Asbestos Removal, we are a team of professionals with over 10 years of industry background. You can rely on our experience to handle any situation of demolition and asbestos removal, eliminating any risk in the process. Your safety is our number one responsibility, and you will be surprised with the asbestos removal cost we offer for a quality job. We take care of every step from demolition to transport and disposal of all waste and hazardous materials. Our experience enables us to do a hassle free demotion project without any environmental issues. Contact us for a free on-site quote!