Asbestos is found in many El Centro Buildings.

12/7/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of El Centro will make a free inspection of your property.

Discovering Asbestos During Renovation of Your El Centro Office

At one time, Asbestos was so prevalent in our commercial buildings because Asbestos was used in certain floorings, plaster, insulation, roofing felt, and other materials. It took decades for California and other states to recognize the potential health effects caused by the heavy use of Asbestos in construction. It remains a substantial concern for homeowners and business owners even today, especially in public buildings. During renovations and repair work of buildings, the possibility of encountering asbestos-laden materials increases significantly and becomes an issue during demolition. During demolition Asbestos dust can pollute the indoor environment if preventative measures are not taken to protect the air quality.

SERVPRO of El Centro can help you with property renovation. We are certified in the containment and removal of asbestos (called abatement) for El Centro structures. We become certified through the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) and our experience and work is tested and accredited by the California Department of Industrial Relations’ Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA.) Here is a consumer tip: It is important to note that all contractors must produce a current license number and Cal/OSHA registration number to legally advertise or perform asbestos abatement and removal tasks for any property in California.
 
The reason that asbestos removal is regulated is that airborne fibers may present a potential health risk.  Once asbestos fibers are disturbed, the fibers can circulate throughout the interior environment and become a substantial challenge to clean up and remove. Our SERVPRO of El Centro professionals uses sophisticated HEPA air cleaning equipment, containment measures, and personal protective equipment to perform abatement correctly. The regulations that control asbestos abatement companies also specify how and where to safely discard asbestos-laden debris/material that has been removed from the building. 

Most property owners understand the severity of the situation when addressing asbestos concerns. If you are unsure if you have asbestos in your building, please call SERVPRO.

We can perform a test and help you scope out a plan for its removal. Please call our SERVPRO of El Centro / Salton City team of professionals today at (760) 337-5858.