How Much Does Asbestos Siding Removal Cost?
The average price to remove asbestos siding is around $1,000, with typical costs between $800 and $1,200. The average price to repair asbestos siding is around $4,761, with typical costs between $665 and $8,856. Many projects come as low as $300 while some may reach $22,500. Encapsulation, a favorable type of repair, averages about $2 to $6 per sq. ft. Asbestos is a highly dangerous material. A […]
Secondary Asbestos Exposure
It sounds like something from an Orwellian nightmare but it may be possible that thanks to secondary asbestos exposure every time kissed or hugged a loved one you are inadvertently exposing them to a toxin so deadly, the US Government classifies it as a Group One carcinogen. Although decades have passed since asbestos was used […]
Is Asbestos In Your Walls?
Right until the end of the 1970’s asbestos was a common component in the manufacturing of drywall in the United States. So, if you are planning on some demolition work, remember if the building you are working on was built prior to 1980, it may well contain asbestos. Asbestos exposure may cause scarring of the […]
Worrying about Asbestos In Your Home?
Widely used for nearly the entire twentieth century, asbestos is now banned in excess of fifty countries. So, should you be concerned if it is discovered in your home? In The Home You can often find asbestos in the duct system of older homes. Especially when a white-colored tape has been used. Other areas you […]
Popcorn Ceiling Removal Cost
How much does it cost to remove a popcorn ceiling? You can expect to pay about $4 per sq. ft. on average or $1 to $3 per sq. ft. for popcorn ceiling removal that may or may not contain asbestos. According to ImproveNet, popcorn ceiling removal costs about $1.50 per sq. ft. with average prices […]
OSHA Asbestos Training Requirements
According to EPA.gov, OSHA now requires employers to establish and continue participation in an asbestos training program for employees that might be exposed to fiber levels that are either anticipated or measured at/above permissible exposure limits. OSHA training programs consist of initial classroom training and annual online refresher courses. Permissible exposure limits are 0.1 fibers […]
