Before the abatement process begins, you should receive a written contract outlining all abatement plans and procedures — including details about the containment and decontamination areas, procedures for removal and disposal, and the regulations your company is required to follow. The abatement process includes:
Regulating the Work Area: Once workers arrive on site, they will begin the asbestos abatement process by setting up a containment area. This process involves sealing air ducts, disabling HVAC systems, setting up negative pressure equipment, and plasticizing walls, floors, ceilings, and any other necessary areas.
Proper Demarcation: The work site should be clearly marked as a hazardous area and only workers should be permitted.
Removing Asbestos Materials: Workers will use special equipment to remove asbestos-containing material. Afterward, the material is double bagged in asbestos disposal waste bags, sealed, and stored in a designated dumpster with a protective poly lining.
Cleanup Procedures: Once asbestos-containing material is removed from the home or building, any equipment used or clothing worn by workers must also be properly removed in order to prevent contamination of any other areas of the building.
Afterward, the area is thoroughly cleaned and a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) vacuum is used to gather small particles of dust. Following the removal of all asbestos-containing material, it is required that the area is tested by a third-party certified air sampler. This ensures that the abatement contractor followed proper procedures during the abatement process and any airborne asbestos is well below permissible levels.
To get started on the asbestos removal process for your home or business, call us today at (858) 268-1500 for a free estimate.