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Asbestos Roof Repairs: This is the Answer

 

 

Repairing Asbestos Roofs

 

If you live in an older home or are the owner of a building built in the ‘60’s or ‘70’s, or even later, there is a high possibility that your roof has asbestos-containing materials (ACM’s) in it. There is also then the great possibility that asbestos roof repairs are needed. In this case, the matter needs to be handled by a professional who can assess, test, recommend and repair or remove any exposed or harmful asbestos if necessary.

 

Asbestos Explained

 

If you have heard of asbestos but aren’t aware of the regulations and legal ramifications, you need to learn them. You are responsible for asbestos exposure that comes from your building. If you even suspect that you may have any asbestos material on your roof you may need your asbestos roof removal, taking care of the matter promptly is vital.

 

Asbestos is a fibrous mineral that was widely used at one time in the construction trade and building industry. It was so widely used because of the fire retardant and durability factors as well as the cost effectiveness.

 

Asbestos was used in hundreds of building supplies and materials until it became undeniable that there was a connection between asbestos fiber exposure and fatal lung illness. Although most illness is more of a long term result, the death rate is preventable, which is why asbestos is now banned from import and use.

 

Most Common Asbestos Uses

 

Although ACM’s were very commonly used historically, there were some uses that were more common than others. Asbestos was used as a cement mixture for cement siding sheets, as wall cladding, in garage roofs, and for all types of insulation materials among many other uses, inside and outside.

 

What to do About Asbestos on the Roof

 

Because asbestos roof repairs are a common issue, there are asbestos specialist contractors that are expert in this area. It is best in this situation to consult a licensed professional who will be able to give you the proper recommendation. In some cases the best option is to leave the asbestos alone. This is in cases where there is no damage, no plans to remodel and no dilapidation.

In other cases, the asbestos roof repairs must be done. It is possible the qualified contractor will recommend simple repairs, which may include replacing shingles, encapsulation or enclosure. In more severe cases asbestos removal may be unavoidable.

 

Even if it seems any repair may be simple enough to handle on your own, this will have legal ramifications and is not worth the potential risk. Always hire a licensed contractor for this job. Any type of asbestos disturbance can release the harmful fibres into the air, something you want to avoid. FibrecleanUK.com is a company that will provide you with an assessment and recommendation for an agreed upon cost. You can call them on 0800 917 35 70 and they will do your asbestos roof repairs.

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