The Process of Asbestos Removal: What to Expect from Start to Finish

Asbestos can be found in a number of places, such as in the ceiling or in wall insulation. While asbestos is not commonly used in New Zealand today, it is technically still legal. This means that some buildings may contain asbestos – and, because of the risk it poses to people’s health, it needs to be safely removed.

If you’re looking to have asbestos removed from a building, you’re probably wondering what the process involves. If so, you’ve come to the right place. At Union Demolition, we offer asbestos removal in Auckland, and we’ve put together this guide to the removal process so that you can learn what to expect from start to finish.

How is asbestos removed?

Due to the dangers caused by asbestos, it must be removed by professionals. Never attempt to remove it yourself. You will need to call in a company that offers asbestos removal services — like us here at Union Demolition. But what happens next? Let’s break it down into steps.

1. The area affected by asbestos is sealed off. This helps to keep the asbestos contained. This is important, as asbestos only becomes dangerous when it becomes airborne – something that is likely to happen during the removal process. 
2. A water-based mixture is applied to the part of the building where the asbestos is located. This helps to prevent asbestos fibres from escaping. 
3. The asbestos is removed, either with tools such as chisels and scrapers or through vacuuming with HEPA filters. 
4. The asbestos is double-bagged. Again, this helps to prevent any fibres from escaping into the air, where there is a risk that they will be breathed in. The bags are airtight, which means the fibres are trapped inside. 
5. The area the asbestos was removed from will be cleaned, to ensure that any remaining fibres are removed. 
6. The asbestos, sealed in two bags, will be taken to a disposal site.
7. The area is inspected to ensure that no asbestos remains. Tests are carried out so that the professionals conducting the removal will be able to say with certainty that it is gone.

Are you looking for asbestos removal services in Auckland? Look no further. Here at Union Demolition, we offer safe and reliable asbestos removal, so you can feel confident that your home, school, or any other building is safe. Get in touch with us today to find out more.

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