Rid Your Home of Asbestos
September 27th, 2008
Asbestos is found in many area homes and some homeowners may not even know that they are living with it. Is it “dangerous”? The quick answer is that it depends on if it is being disturbed, or if it is intact.
Asbestos is classified as a “special waste” under MassDEP regulations. It requires special handling and transporting. Disposal can only be done in asbestos approved landfills.
What is Asbestos? It is a “naturally occuring, mostly fibrous material and may consist of any one of a number of silicates.” as stated by the MassDEP (whatever that means!) The physical properties make it resistant to heat, fire and many caustic chemicals. Since it also is a great insulator, it can be found many times as heating pipe and boiler insulation.
Why you need to get rid of it? Asbestos is known to cause lung cancer and a disease of the lungs called asbestosis. Many times it takes decades to see these resulting diseases show up.
From a Realtor perspective, removing the asbestos material (correctly) will cause nervous buyers from running for the hills when they discover you have it. Anytime buyers hear about a hazard or health concern, it is not good for your home’s value.
How do we have to removed? The best option is by finding a certified removal company. These companies are listed at this link: List of Asbestos Removal Companies
When you have great success with a firm, make sure to let us know so that we can add them to the Business Directory we use on this site.
The MAhome Team of Re/Max Executive Realty can be reached at 508-341-7880 with any further questions or to get real estate advice surrounding hazardous household situations.Categories: Preferred Business, Real Estate
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