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How can I tell if my siding is asbestos?
How do I know if my roofing or siding contains asbestos? Look for asbestos markings on the roofing or siding material or the packages in which they came, or call the manufacturer. Another alternative is to hire a Minnesota certified asbestos inspector to sample the material and submit it for laboratory analysis.
When was asbestos siding used in homes?
Homes built between 1920 and the 1960s are likely to contain asbestos in any cementitious siding tiles. Cement-asbestos siding tiles do not need to be removed simply because they contain asbestos. There is no legal requirement to do so, nor is there a significant real estate value benefit.
Is asbestos siding hard or soft?
It is very hard material. Is there a way to determine whether it’s fiber cement (without asbestos) or asbestos cement shingles? We would like to replace it with wood siding and would like to remove it first regardless. The joints aren’t obvious.
Does asbestos siding rot?
Asbestos is a silicate mineral that was commonly added to cement board siding for durability and resistance to fire and weather during the 1920s to 1980s. Asbestos never rots and doesn’t decompose, but asbestos is extremely brittle.
What does asbestos sheeting look like?
Asbestos cement sheeting is white to grey in colour. It is usually flat and smooth, and may be painted or have dimples like a golf ball on one side.
How long do you need to be exposed to asbestos?
How long after exposure to asbestos do symptoms appear? Asbestos-related diseases usually take at least 20 years to develop after exposure.
What happens if you touch asbestos?
Most people do not develop serious or life-threatening lung disease as a result of exposure to asbestos. However, you should always seek medical advice if you have symptoms like coughing, feeling short of breath or chest pain. Talk to your GP about: any past or present jobs with an asbestos risk.
How do you get rid of asbestos siding safely?
Spread plastic sheeting on the ground around the house where the asbestos siding or roofing will be removed.
Should I replace asbestos siding?
With proper precautions and care, this is a safe, economic alternative if you decide to remove the asbestos siding yourself. Another choice is to install new siding, but to leave the asbestos siding in place. This is commonly done with vinyl siding, with the new siding installed over the old asbestos siding, encapsulating it.
Does your house have asbestos siding?
While older homes will likely contain asbestos in roofing, insulation, and tiles, it can also be present in exterior siding. If you suspect that your siding may contain asbestos, there is no need for alarm.
How to put siding on over asbestos?
Inspect the outside of the home for any damages to the asbestos siding. Make sure that there are no loose or broken pieces.