Three Points Every Homeowner Should Consider when Hiring an Asbestos Removal Service

There are certain truths about living in Australia, and one of them is the high rate of mesothelioma due to asbestos exposure. In fact, the rate in Australia places the country in the second highest spot for mesothelioma deaths. If you are the owner of an older home, then you know that because of these statistics the proper removal and disposal of asbestos is vital. Before you hire an asbestos removal service, consider the following key points to look for in a quality and safe service company.

Service Licensing

One of the first things you need to consider is the type of licensing the asbestos disposal service has. There are actually two classes to choose from, Class A and Class B. Ideally, if you don't know what type of asbestos you have in the home then you will want someone with a Class A license because they can remove all types of asbestos. This is also ideal if you have multiple types in the home. If you only have non-friable asbestos, then a Class B license will be the ideal choice.

Assessing the Situation

Ideally, you want a removal service that doesn't go on your word alone to determine what is necessary for the job. You want someone that will have an asbestos assessor arrive on the site to determine what type of asbestos you have, how it should be removed, and if their are other types that may not be listed on construction records. If the company you are considering does not offer this type of assessor service, then you may want to consider finding another company for the job.

Supervisory Staff

When you are told how the removal will be handled, something that should be mentioned is the method of supervision available for the project. You should work with a company that has at least one supervisory staff member over the project and removal of the asbestos. If no one on the team will be supervising the removal, then consider another company. The reason this is important is due to the care that needs to be taken in the removal in order to avoid contamination or release of the asbestos into the environment. A supervisor can focus on this task alone rather than all of the removal process as a whole.

These are just three of the points you should consider when hiring an asbestos removal service for your needs. If you are concerned about any point of the process, consider hiring a private assessor to perform an analysis of the home to determine the next steps you should take. 

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