Older Homes can pose some serious health issues
I know many people that live in older homes and over the years they've have done more than a few remodeling jobs..all without giving much thought to the potential health issues invloved!
I think everone should read this before they undertake some of those remodeling jobs. This was sent to me by Jesse Herman from the Mesothelioma Cancer Center. You can contact Jesse via e-mail at jesse@asbestos.com if you have questions or concerns. There is nothing more satisfactory then completing a do it yourself job...but please do it safely!
Asbestos Removal and Greener Alternatives There are many things to consider when remodeling or purchasing an older home. Homes built after 1980 have the strong likelihood of containing asbestos. Due to a steady progression of technology and green sustainable methods, there are many ways to ensure your home or property is asbestos free. If you are interested in saving money, remodeling and improving your carbon footprint, here is some information to get you on the right track.
Used in millions of homes throughout the last quarter of the 20th century, asbestos insulation can become a real dilemma for homeowners due to causing a variety of health problems, including Peritoneal Mesothelioma and Malignant Mesothelioma. These types of cancer take the lives of thousands each year. Non-regulated asbestos material can be legally performed by homeowners, regular contractors, or licensed asbestos abatement contractors as long as the National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) are not violated.
Asbestos removal in public facilities, homes and workplaces must be undertaken by a licensed asbestos abatement contractor. One the removal is complete, green insulation options should be given serious consideration, such as: Cellulose, Cotton Fiber and Lcynene.
The United States Green Building Council (USGBC), in a study conducted in 2003, estimated a savings of $50-$65 per square foot for well-constructed green buildings in the U.S. (see table below) during that year.
The numbers continue to improve as more eco-friendly options become available, and those kinds of figures have finally begun to attract those who thought eco-friendly construction was just a bunch of hogwash.
From.... Frances Sanderson, Franklin, NH REALTOR®, Certified EcoBroker
I'm finding a lot of the foreclosure homes that I've been bringing my Buyers to lately have asbestos-insulated pipes in the basement and asbestos shingles for siding. A great resource to direct our clients to is the Department of Environmental Services fact sheet on Asbestos. I would remind everyone that we are not experts on this matter and our job is to direct our clients to the Experts. This is the link I recommend to clients if they have questions on how to address an asbestos issue.
http://des.nh.gov/organization/commissioner/pip/factsheets/asb/index.htm
Thanks you Frances!!!
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