It is very important to protect your home and family from the dangers of asbestos, and it is not always easy to locate materials containing the toxic chemical. Generally, it is impossible to distinguish if a material contains asbestos simply by looking at it, unless it is labeled. If in doubt, treat the material as if it contains asbestos and leave it alone. You may want to have your home inspected for asbestos-containing materials by a professional if:
- You are planning to remodel your home (remodeling can disturb building materials)
- Your home has damaged building materials, such as crumbling drywall or insulation that is falling apart
A trained and accredited asbestos professional should take samples for analysis, because there could be an increased health risk if fibers are released.
Common materials that contain asbestos:
- Attic and wall insulation produced containing vermiculite
- Vinyl floor tiles and the backing on vinyl sheet flooring and adhesives
- Roofing and siding shingles
- Textured paint and patching compounds used on wall and ceilings
- Walls and floors around wood-burning stoves protected with asbestos paper, millboard, or cement sheets
- Hot water and steam pipes coated with asbestos material or covered with an asbestos blanket or tape
- Oil and coal furnaces and door gaskets with asbestos insulation
- Heat-resistant fabrics
- Automobile clutches and brakes
If you discover you have been exposed to asbestos, you need to know your options. Please contact us today at 1-504-522-7885 for a free case review from one of our Louisiana mesothelioma attorneys. You can also visitour website to learn more about what our skilled team of professionals can do to help you.
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