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Asbestos is any number of minerals which form into long fibers and can be found in a multitude of  structures  built prior to 1980 due to their fireproof qualities. Many people may not be aware that asbestos exposure can lead to major health issues such as mesothelioma, asbestosis, laryngeal and other cancers and a variety of lung diseases. While federal law requires that asbestos be removed from commercial buildings, there is no law requiring removal of asbestos from your private home. However, a home owner must give notice to any potential buyers of the presence of asbestos. And, given the health risks associated with exposure to these materials, why wouldn’t you call on an asbestos removal company to take care of the problem in your home?

You don’t want to just any builder or contractor to do this job. You must use a professional who is certified in asbestos removal. One of the leading companies in the industry is Alliance Environmental Group, Inc. Their slogan of “The First Time, On Time, Every Time” tells of their commitment to doing the job right every time. They have over 55 years of combined experience and have completed over 45,000 projects. Regardless of which asbestos removal company you choose to do the job of removing asbestos from your home, there are several things you’ll want to do to ensure you get the best service for your money. You should ask for written proof of their certification in asbestos removal. You should ask for references from previous projects and check with the Better Business Bureau in your area as well. You will also want to check the insurance of the asbestos removal company or professional you contract with in order to ensure  asbestos removal is not excluded from their insurance  and that the insurance covers any problems that may be found after the job is finished and just during the course of the job.

You should get in writing all the requirements and your expectations of the professional contractor or asbestos removal company as well as the cost of the job, a description of the methods they will use and a guarantee that they will leave the area clean and in the condition in which they found it. You also should be sure to include in the written guarantee that you will receive copies of all lab reports as well as lab and landfill receipts and be assured in writing the professional will assume responsibility for legal and proper disposal of asbestos materials. You will also want to ensure that the containment methods will not be removed from your property until a written report is received by you detailing the results of the air sample test to ensure all asbestos related materials have been effectively removed.

Asbestos removal is the only permanent solution to your asbestos problem. However, a good asbestos removal company should also offer you options such as repair and management. If the asbestos material is in good condition and is not in an area that is in danger of contamination, then it may be possible to leave the asbestos in the home and contain it through a proper management plan. Management of asbestos can be done through encapsulation – which uses a sealant to spray the material or by enclosure with a sturdy air tight barrier. If you can choose a management plan, then be sure to have it inspected regularly to ensure the condition has not changed or deteriorated. Regardless of the extent of your asbestos problem or the size of the job, you want to choose a reliable asbestos removal company and there are none more reliable and respected than Alliance Environmental Group, Inc. Choose Alliance for all our asbestos removal or repair needs.