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asbestos A mineral fiber once commonly used for its fire-retarding and insulation properties. It was widely employed in insulation, roofing, floor tiles, household products, and appliances. After extensive studies,the Environmental Protection Agency determined that asbestos caused lung and stomach cancer in people exposed to it over long periods of time.If real property contains asbestos in it,most lenders will require removal,or a firm commitment for removal,before they will fund any loans to buy or renovate the property. Real estate agents are required to disclose the presence of asbestos on property, if known. Asbestos removal is generally accomplished by specially trained and licensed asbestos abatement contractors. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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It is only when asbestos containing materials are disturbed or the materials become damaged in such a manner that fibres are released, that it becomes a hazard. In addition, if home renovations are planned, surveys of suspect asbestos containing materials and lead based paint should be undertaken by licensed individuals, (New York State Department of Labor certified asbestos inspector, EPA licensed lead inspector, with samples analyzed by a laboratory approved by the New York State Department of Health) with any required remediation/abatement activities performed by licensed asbestos abatement firms Friable asbestos containing materials is not that harmful because , they do not release dangerous asbetos fiber into the air. |
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