{"id":15132,"date":"2023-09-25T15:14:47","date_gmt":"2023-09-25T21:14:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/?post_type=blog&#038;p=15132"},"modified":"2023-09-26T16:23:37","modified_gmt":"2023-09-26T22:23:37","slug":"best-way-to-remove-asbestos-tile","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/es\/asbestos-blog\/best-way-to-remove-asbestos-tile\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Way to Remove Asbestos Tile"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Asbestos can be found in a variety of construction materials, including tile. While some forms of asbestos tiles have been replaced due to renovation, damage, or building demolition, many still remain today. This poses the question, what is the best way to remove asbestos tile, and can it be done safely? Here\u2019s what you should know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns align_center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center fs_200 color_red\">!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>If you believe that you were exposed to asbestos, even as a child, speak to a healthcare provider about tests and screening to help diagnose lung-scarring and screen for <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-injuries\"><strong>asbestos-related diseases<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"642\" class=\"wp-image-14622\" style=\"width: 1800px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-3-article-body.jpg\" alt=\"Image Asbestos 1910 3 article body\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-3-article-body.jpg 1430w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-3-article-body-540x193.jpg 540w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-3-article-body-768x274.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-3-article-body-18x6.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>Nearly every building constructed before the mid-1980s contained asbestos products and building materials.<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"642\" class=\"wp-image-14623\" style=\"width: 1800px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-2-article-body.jpg\" alt=\"Image Asbestos 1910 2 article body\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-2-article-body.jpg 1430w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-2-article-body-540x193.jpg 540w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-2-article-body-768x274.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-2-article-body-18x6.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns background_pampas is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-the-history-of-asbestos-and-why-you-might-need-a-hepa-vacuum\">Asbestos was the Amazon<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Today the company Amazon is arguably the most readily used company in America. In fact, when you look at the branding symbol for the company there is an arrow drawn in the shape of a smile that moves from the \u2018A\u2019 to the \u2018Z\u2019 in the word. This subconsciously tells us a message: Amazon has everything from A to Z&nbsp; to give you happiness and peace of mind.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td colspan=\"4\">Asbestos is highly resistant to heat, pressure and corrosion, so it was used in many products, vehicles and buildings. In particular, many workplaces like factories, refineries, foundries and shipyards involve high amounts of heat, and were built with a lot of asbestos.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"344\" class=\"wp-image-14590\" style=\"width: 500px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-Drywall-1-article-body.jpg\" alt=\"Image Asbestos Drywall 1 article body\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-Drywall-1-article-body.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-Drywall-1-article-body-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/td><td><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"344\" class=\"wp-image-14591\" style=\"width: 500px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-Drywall-2-article-body.jpg\" alt=\"Image Asbestos Drywall 2 article body\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-Drywall-2-article-body.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-Drywall-2-article-body-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/td><td><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"344\" class=\"wp-image-14592\" style=\"width: 500px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-Drywall-3-article-body.jpg\" alt=\"Image Asbestos Drywall 3 article body\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-Drywall-3-article-body.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-Drywall-3-article-body-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/td><td><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"344\" class=\"wp-image-14593\" style=\"width: 500px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-Drywall-4-article-body.jpg\" alt=\"Image Asbestos Drywall 4 article body\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-Drywall-4-article-body.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-Drywall-4-article-body-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You might say that asbestos once enjoyed an \u2018Amazon\u2019 status in the construction and manufacturing world. Before the era of readily available medical research, litigation, and major restructuring of corporations, asbestos was praised as one of the greatest minerals of the modern era. It once served as the chief economy in regions of South Africa where asbestos was mined for Western manufacturing companies, and even some American appreciation for asbestos can be seen in the naming of cities and even the rock of the State of California.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nearly an Inexhaustible Source<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Asbestos is a durable mineral, and that is in fact where the name comes from in ancient Greek, meaning <em>indestructible<\/em> or <em>inexhaustible<\/em>. These durable qualities include things like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fire and heat resistance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corrosion resistance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Insoluble<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Non-conductive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High in Strength<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High in Insulating Properties<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We could say that asbestos had the A to Z of qualities needed in constructing buildings and structures that needed to withstand the elements such as heat, cold, rain, and fire. Due to the relatively low cost to manufacture this naturally occurring mineral, asbestos could easily be minded, manufactured, and sold to buyers. The result was hundreds if not thousands of household and commercial products that were either made from or contained asbestos in some form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"boxtextnew\" style=\"border: 1px solid #000;\">\n    <div class=\"row p-5\">\n        <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n            <table>\n                <tbody>\n                    <tr>\n                        <td>\n                            <h3 style=\"color:#333333 !important\">&#8220;The overall evidence suggests there is <span style=\"color:#976e2e\">no safe level<\/span> of <span style=\"color:#976e2e\">asbestos exposure<\/span>.\u201d<\/h3>\n                            <p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.gov\/about-cancer\/causes-prevention\/risk\/substances\/asbestos\/asbestos-fact-sheet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Cancer Institute\n<\/a> (NIH)<sup>1<\/sup><\/p>\n                        <\/td>\n                    <\/tr>\n                <\/tbody>\n            <\/table>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Hazards of Asbestos Floor Tile?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of these materials included tile, both <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/asbestos-exposure-and-tile-setters-risks-and-prevention\/\">floor as well as roof tiles<\/a>. Asbestos flooring tile was made with asphalt and was also commonly sealed with a black adhesive underlayment which also contained asbestos. Some of the sizes of asbestos tile could vary, but if your home was built in or before the 1980s and contains flooring tile with a black underlayment, it is reasonable to assume that both contain asbestos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"boxtextnew\" style=\"border: 1px solid #000;\">\n    <div class=\"row p-5\">\n        <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n            <table>\n                <tbody>\n                    <tr>\n                        <td>\n                            <h3>\u201cSome asbestos fibers may bypass\u2026your body\u2019s natural defenses\u2026and lodge deep within your lungs. Those fibers can remain in place for a very long time and may never be removed.\u201d<\/h3>\n                            <p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lung.org\/clean-air\/at-home\/indoor-air-pollutants\/asbestos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">American Lung Association\n<\/a><\/p>\n                        <\/td>\n                    <\/tr>\n                <\/tbody>\n            <\/table>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Hazards of Asbestos Roof Tile?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For asbestos roof tile, the general rule of thumb is the same. Asbestos was used in asphalt roof shingles, tile, and roofing underlayment\/paper. Since roofs deteriorate faster than other building materials due to being exposed to the elements, it is less likely for an asbestos roof to hold up all the way to the present day. However, that does not mean that asbestos roofs no longer exist.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Homes with the same owner for a long time that have not been renovated, abandoned homes purchased by auction or repossessed, and commercial buildings that aren\u2019t well-maintained could still contain asbestos roofing tile. One general rule of thumb is, that if the tiles look quite aged and different from the textures seen on modern roofing materials, you should assume that they contain asbestos.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"boxtextnew\" style=\"border: 1px solid #000;\">\n    <div class=\"row p-5\">\n        <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n            <table>\n                <tbody>\n                    <tr>\n                        <td>\n                            <h3>\u201cGenerally, those who develop asbestos-related diseases show no signs of illness for a long time after exposure.\u201d<\/h3>\n                            <p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.gov\/about-cancer\/causes-prevention\/risk\/substances\/asbestos\/asbestos-fact-sheet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Cancer Institute\n<\/a> (NIH)<sup>2<\/sup><\/p>\n                        <\/td>\n                    <\/tr>\n                <\/tbody>\n            <\/table>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The importance of using a licensed professional with asbestos testing and removal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to stress that for both flooring and roofing tile, the only way to determine whether they contain asbestos is to have them professionally tested. This process means obtaining a sample of the material and sending it to a certified lab for analysis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>table.has-fixed-layout tbody tr td a { font-size: 1.125rem; }<\/style>\n<h4 style=\"padding: 15px;border-bottom: 0;margin: 0;background: #999999;color: white !important;\"><strong><strong><strong>Learn more about asbestos testing:<strong><\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular border-table-full\" style=\"font-size:15px\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/what-is-an-asbestos-air-test\/\">What is an asbestos test?<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/how-do-i-test-flooring-for-asbestos\/\">How do I test flooring for asbestos?<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/how-much-does-asbestos-testing-cost\/\">How much does asbestos testing cost?<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/five-ways-to-test-vinyl-flooring-for-asbestos\/\">Five ways to test vinyl flooring for asbestos<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/im-moving-should-i-get-a-free-asbestos-test\/\">I\u2019m moving. Should I get a free asbestos test?<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/can-you-smell-asbestos-and-detect-it\/\">Can you smell asbestos and detect it?<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/why-to-get-an-asbestos-audit\/\">Why to get an asbestos audit<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/well-established-asbestos-testing-methods\/\">Well established methods of asbestos testing<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/do-home-inspectors-check-for-asbestos\/\">Do home inspectors test for asbestos?<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/asbestos-remediation-the-importance-of-licensing\/\">Asbestos remediation: the importance of licensing<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/why-is-asbestos-air-quality-testing-so-critical\/\">Why is asbestos air quality testing so critical?<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/how-to-interpret-asbestos-test-results\/\">How to interpret asbestos test results<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">DIY Removal Carries Unnecessary Risks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In theory, this can be done by anyone, but in actuality, it is a risk to undertake without the proper safety gear and practices. Asbestos exposure is a health hazard because the microscopic fibers that break off from damaged or exposed materials can pass through the air and into our bodies by breathing or swallowing them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/how-do-i-test-flooring-for-asbestos\/\">sample<\/a> of a material believed to contain asbestos will require disturbing it in some way, which can easily result in agitating the fibers and exposing them to the surrounding area. Asbestos fibers can also attach to clothing, tools, and other objects which can result in exposing others to cross-contamination.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-is-hepa-the-answer-yes-and-no\">Asbestos diseases have a long latency.&nbsp;<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-0\">That means people exposed to asbestos may not discover their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-symptoms-and-treatment\/asbestos-related-diseases\/asbestos-related-diseases-data\/\">asbestos-related disease<\/a> until 20-50 years later.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In many cases <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/sources-of-asbestos-exposure\/occupational-exposure\/\">workers<\/a> who tested negative for asbestos damage in the 1990s eventually developed asbestosis, mesothelioma and other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-symptoms-and-treatment\/asbestos-related-diseases\/asbestos-related-diseases-data\/\">asbestos-related diseases<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Asbestos: a slow and silent killer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Because asbestos also has <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/can-you-smell-asbestos-and-detect-it\/?highlight=%22smell%22\">no smell or taste<\/a>, and generally does not produce an immediate reaction, people may not know they\u2019re breathing asbestos. Asbestos fibers can be microscopic.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">But the American Lung Association notes that there is a risk that once inhaled, some asbestos fibers will never leave the body.<sup>3<\/sup><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><\/pre>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1430\" height=\"510\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Image-Remove-Asbestos-article-body.jpg\" alt=\"Image Remove Asbestos article body\" class=\"wp-image-15145\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Image-Remove-Asbestos-article-body.jpg 1430w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Image-Remove-Asbestos-article-body-540x193.jpg 540w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Image-Remove-Asbestos-article-body-768x274.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Image-Remove-Asbestos-article-body-18x6.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1430px) 100vw, 1430px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns background_pampas is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-asbestos-and-hepa-vacuums-look-to-professionals\">Safe Removal Means Professional Removal<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>With this in mind, it is actually safer to leave undamaged asbestos tile alone or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/best-way-to-seal-asbestos-tile\/?highlight=asbestos%20tile\">cover<\/a> it with new flooring than it is to remove. The process of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/how-can-asbestos-be-removed-safely\/\">removing<\/a> tile can involve chiseling, scraping, cutting, and other actions that may result in high levels of asbestos exposure. Air systems in the home can disperse these fibers throughout the entire house relatively quickly as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>table.has-fixed-layout tbody tr td a { font-size: 1.125rem; }<\/style>\n<h4 style=\"padding: 15px;border-bottom: 0;margin: 0;background: #999999;color: white !important;\"><strong><strong><strong>The health risks of asbestos exposure can include:<strong><\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular border-table-full\" style=\"font-size:15px\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Mesothelioma: <\/strong>cancer of the mesothelium, the thin layer of tissue surrounding the body\u2019s organs. This cancer is only known to be caused by asbestos exposure.<\/td><td><br><br><strong>Lung cancer<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Laryngeal cancer:<\/strong> cancer of the larynx (section of the throat called the voicebox)<\/td><td><strong>Ovarian cancer<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Stomach cancer<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Colon cancer<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Pharyngeal cancer<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5882659\/\"><strong>Abestosis<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> a chronic lung disease associated with asbestos exposure<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Atelectasis<\/strong> (collapsed lung)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Pleural effusion<\/strong> (collection of fluid around the lungs)<\/td><td><strong>Pericardial effusion<\/strong> (collection of fluid around the heart)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Professional Removal is Best<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Because of this, reaching out to a licensed asbestos abatement company can be one of the safest, most powerful, and most comprehensive investments to protect yourself and others in the case of dealing with asbestos tile. The reasons for this include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>These professionals can take the health risks away from you and handle the testing, removal, and cleanup process from start to finish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/asbestos-remediation-the-importance-of-licensing\/\">licensed<\/a> abatement company can remove asbestos according to local and state regulations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can rest assured knowing that the exposure threats have been removed and the rest of your home has been tested for exposure levels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Selling or renting a home with documentation from a licensed company can provide you with legal protection from theoretical litigation in the future.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"padding: 15px;border: 1px solid;border-bottom: 0;margin: 0;background: #976e2e;color: white !important;\"><strong><strong><strong>Compensation is available for asbestos exposure.<strong><\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular border-table-full\" style=\"font-size:15px\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\" style=\"font-size:1.125rem\"><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/which-asbestos-claim-gets-the-fastest-results\/\"><strong>Which asbestos claim gets the fastest results?<\/strong><\/a><br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-trusts\/what-are-asbestos-trusts\/\"><strong>What are asbestos trusts?<\/strong><\/a><br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/what-is-the-easiest-way-to-get-asbestos-compensation\/\"><strong>What is the easiest way to get asbestos compensation?<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><\/pre>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-take-home-points-on-asbestos-and-hepa-vacuums\">Considering the cost of asbestos testing and abatement<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-0\">Not always cheap &#8211; but usually worth it.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s easy to be concerned about the potential cost of reaching out to an asbestos abatement company, but it\u2019s important to ask yourself, what is my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-symptoms-and-treatment\/asbestos-related-diseases\/asbestos-related-diseases-data\/\">health<\/a> worth to me?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing the DIY route or ignoring the issue could result in large amounts of money spent on medical bills or litigation in the future, both of which can be avoided with no threat to your health if an abatement company handles the danger for you. Again, it is possible to safely remove asbestos tiles yourself, but the risks taken and the skills needed are simply not worth it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns background_pampas is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-asbestosclaimslaw\">AsbestosClaims.Law<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-0\" id=\"10-asbestos-claims-aren%E2%80%99t-just-a-day-in-the-office-for-justinian-c-lane%C2%A0\">Asbestos claims aren\u2019t just a day in the office for Justinian C. Lane.&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Our founder, Justinian C. Lane, understands the devastating impacts of asbestos firsthand.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Both his grandparents and father, all asbestos workers, passed away from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-symptoms-and-treatment\/asbestos-related-diseases\/malignant-injuries\/\">asbestos-induced cancers <\/a>without realizing their eligibility for asbestos lawsuits or other forms of compensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">We aim to prevent such tragic oversights by informing and guiding <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-symptoms-and-treatment\/asbestos-related-diseases\/non-malignant-injuries\/\">victims<\/a> and their families through their legal options.&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you or your loved ones have suffered as a result of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/sources-of-asbestos-exposure\/\">asbestos exposure<\/a>, you could be eligible for considerable compensation. These funds could provide for medical treatments, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/\">asbestos<\/a> removal services, and safeguard your health.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In addition, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-trusts\/what-are-asbestos-trusts\/\">asbestos trusts<\/a> offer compensation without the need for a lawsuit, providing a quicker, simpler path to justice.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-trusts\/asbestos-claims\/\">Reach out<\/a> to us at <a href=\"http:\/\/help@asbestosclaims.law\">help@asbestosclaims.law<\/a> or (206) 455-9190 for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-claims-mesothelioma-claims\/asbestos-litigation-attorney\/\">assistance with your claim<\/a>. We offer compassionate listening, clear explanations, and we don&#8217;t charge a dime unless we win your case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Beyond <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/what-is-second-hand-asbestos-exposure-and-is-it-dangerous\/?highlight=second%20hand\">legal claims<\/a>, we also advise on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-claims-mesothelioma-claims\/veterans-disability-claims\/\">veterans&#8217; disability<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-claims-mesothelioma-claims\/social-security-disability\/\">social security<\/a>, and employment protection like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-claims-mesothelioma-claims\/workers-compensation\/\">workers&#8217; compensation<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/fela-claims\">FELA<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-claims\/maritime-claims\/\">The Jones Act<\/a> for maritime workers.&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s no risk or cost to connect with our experienced team about your rights. Our commitment to your well-being means no fees unless you receive compensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"color:#fefefe\"><tbody><tr><td>For further queries or concerns about asbestos, explore our website and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@asbestosclaimslaw\">YouTube page<\/a>, featuring infographics, videos, and answers to common questions on asbestos-related topics.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"17-working-with-us-is-risk-free-unless-you-receive-compensation-money-there-are-no-fees-speak-to-us-about-asbestos-litigation-today\">We\u2019ve also introduced <a href=\"https:\/\/ward.asbestosclaims.law\/\">W.A.R.D.<\/a>, the Worldwide Asbestos Research Database. It\u2019s the most comprehensive resource for asbestos-related information.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>W.A.R.D. assists in pinpointing potential exposure scenarios, asbestos-containing products, and can indicate the types and potential amounts of compensation you may be entitled to receive.<br>Don\u2019t delay \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/about-us\/contact-us\/\">get in touch<\/a> with us today!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size: 0.7rem;margin-top: -30px;\">\n\n\n1 National Cancer Institute (NIH), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.gov\/about-cancer\/causes-prevention\/risk\/substances\/asbestos\/asbestos-fact-sheet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Asbestos Fact Sheet.<\/a>\n<br>\n\n2 National Cancer Institute (NIH), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.gov\/about-cancer\/causes-prevention\/risk\/substances\/asbestos\/asbestos-fact-sheet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Asbestos Fact Sheet.<\/a>\n<br>\n\n\n3 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lung.org\/clean-air\/at-home\/indoor-air-pollutants\/asbestos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> https:\/\/www.lung.org\/clean-air\/at-home\/indoor-air-pollutants\/asbestos<\/a> \n<br>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":15147,"template":"","blogtag":[65],"class_list":["post-15132","blog","type-blog","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","blogtag-health-and-safety-tips"],"acf":[],"x_featured_media":"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Header-Remove-Asbestos-pano-mobile-220x220.jpg","x_featured_media_medium":"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Header-Remove-Asbestos-pano-mobile.jpg","x_featured_media_large":"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Header-Remove-Asbestos-pano-mobile.jpg","x_featured_media_original":"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Header-Remove-Asbestos-pano-mobile.jpg","x_date":"septiembre 25, 2023","x_metadata":{"image_header_blog":"15146","_image_header_blog":"field_5f86255998692","name_author":"AsbestosClaims.Law Staff","_name_author":"field_5fa027bb365d8","image_author":"6020","_image_author":"field_5fa02869365d9","alternative_link":"","_alternative_link":"field_5faae1f7dd7d1","title_location":"Asbestos Lawyer:","_title_location":"field_63dad6e7d72c9","name_location":"","_name_location":"field_63347737c6caa","image_location":"","_image_location":"field_6334775ac6cab","_yoast_wpseo_focuskeywords":"[]","_yoast_wpseo_keywordsynonyms":"[\"\"]","_yoast_wpseo_estimated_reading_time_minutes":"","_yoast_wpseo_wordproof_timestamp":"","_thumbnail_id":"15147","_yoast_indexnow_last_ping":"1695767017","_wp_old_date":"2023-09-22"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog\/15132","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/blog"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/15147"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=15132"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"blogtag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blogtag?post=15132"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}