What should I do if I touched asbestos?

Touching asbestos is not necessarily a bad thing. Materials like floor tiles, linoleum, and popcorn ceilings for example, are not harmful to handle. Breathing in asbestos fibers that have been disturbed is of more concern.

How long does asbestos stay in air?

Each environment is different. There are natural levels of asbestos fibers in the air at any given time. The only way to really know if there are elevated levels of asbestos fibers in the air is to perform air testing.

Asbestos Removal in Utah

Q: Does asbestos affect home value?

Asbestos can affect home values when it comes to selling your home. Many buyers are leery of living in a home that has asbestos depending on its nature.

Q: How do you handle asbestos safely?

Every asbestos containing material should be handled on a case-by-case basis. Not all materials that contain asbestos are harmful. Consult a certified asbestos contractor for the best approach to these materials.

Q: How do you know if you've inhaled asbestos?

That is a hard question to answer definitively. If asbestos fibers have become airborne that is one indicator. Natural levels of asbestos fibers exist in the air at any given time. When it becomes concerning is if there has been extensive or long-term exposure.

Q: Do N95 masks protect against asbestos?

N95 masks are, in fact, NOT adequate to safely protect you from inhaling asbestos.

Q: How much does Asbestos removal cost?

Asbestos removal is determined by the material and scope of the removal project.

Q: Should I seek professional help for Asbestos removal? Can I do it myself?

Do your homework if you plan to expose yourself to asbestos containing materials. Use safety for yourself and others that may be exposed in the process. Consulting a certified asbestos contractor will give you another option that may be worth considering.

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Effective Asbestos Containment & Abatement

The first step to any safe and effective asbestos removal project is building the proper containment barrier. Our certified team will construct a containment barrier that consists of multiple layers of 4 & 6‑mil plastic. These barriers between the affected room and the rest of your home or work environment to ensure there are no contamination breaches.

Our Process

Our Containment & Removal Process

Bagging Asbestos Materials

All procedures follow best practices as established by state and federal regulations (Utah Division of Air Quality and the EPA).

Transfer to “Dirty Room”

Bags are passed through a decontamination shower before leaving the work area.

Final Placement in Clean Room

Once decontaminated, bags are moved to a clean room for proper disposal.

We use a HEPA Air Scrubber that completes 4–6 air exchanges per hour inside containment. This creates negative air pressure, pulling contaminated air through a HEPA filter that captures 99.97% of particulates down to 0.3 microns and ventilates to the outside.

Final Step: Disposal of Asbestos

After each project, EPA‑approved “burial bags” are tagged and transported to the Salt Lake Valley Landfill for safe disposal.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Does asbestos affect home value?

Yes. Many buyers may be wary of purchasing a home with known asbestos, depending on the material and condition.

How do you handle asbestos safely?

Every asbestos‑containing material is assessed individually. Consult a certified asbestos contractor for the safest approach.

How do you know if you’ve inhaled asbestos?

It’s difficult to know definitively. Elevated airborne fibers indicate exposure, but natural background levels always exist. Long‑term exposure is most concerning.

What should I do if I touch asbestos?

Touching intact materials (e.g., floor tile, popcorn ceilings) isn’t usually harmful. The risk comes from disturbing fibers and inhaling them.

How long does asbestos stay in the air?

It varies by environment. Only air testing can confirm elevated fiber levels above naturally occurring levels in the atmosphere.

Do N95 masks protect against asbestos?

No. N95 masks are not sufficient to protect against asbestos fibers.

How much does asbestos removal cost?

Costs depend on the type of material and the scope of the project.

Should I seek professional help for asbestos removal? Can I do it myself?

DIY removal can be risky. Research thoroughly and consider consulting a certified contractor for the safest and most compliant solution.