Why is Asbestos Encapsulation better than Asbestos Removal?
Asbestos exposure in homes can be commonly caused by DIY renovation, replacing piping or drilling through drywalls. If you acknowledge that your home has an issue with asbestos, it is important to know that you have solutions to deal with it. These solutions are either asbestos encapsulation or asbestos removal. When you consider the optimal management solution for your asbestos problem, it is crucial that you understand the implications of both processes. Sometimes, there may be a more obvious answer, whereas others, it may be best to consult with an expert to help you arrive at a suitable decision and strategy.
What is Asbestos Encapsulation?
If you haven’t heard of the asbestos encapsulation process, then it is definitely something to consider and to acknowledge that it is a solution you can use for your asbestos home issues.
As opposed to asbestos removal, the encapsulation process is a method of managing your property’s infestation by protecting and sealing the asbestos-containing material (ACM). Due to the danger that asbestos presents, it is important to prevent the microfibres from getting into the air and then into your lungs.
Therefore, by encapsulating the ACM, you can protect the areas and protect yourself from any hazards. Asbestos can be treated with many solutions to encapsulate it, rigid boards can be used, sprayed coating and even types of paint coating, to seal the ACM and protect those living in the home.
What are the Benefits of Asbestos Encapsulation over Asbestos Removal?
1. Safe & Low Risk
Asbestos encapsulation is a much safer and risk-free method of managing your ACM in comparison to asbestos removal. By encapsulating the areas, you mitigate risks of the microscopic fibres becoming airborne as it involves much less disturbance, as opposed to asbestos removal.
2. Quick & Cost Effective
The process of asbestos encapsulation is much easier, quicker and cheaper than asbestos removal. If your ACM is situated in custom and bespoke areas, the process of removal may involve a lot of construction and renovation to the area in question. This can rack up your bills quite a lot. However, by encapsulating the asbestos, you can seal it off, no matter the area, with little disturbance and inconvenience.
3. Minimal Renovation
Asbestos removal strategy involves additional management work in regards to structural and renovation planning. Your ACM may be situated in areas that cause a lot of changes, disturbance to the asbestos and to your home life and will likely build up unwanted costs.
By opting for a more subtle asbestos encapsulation strategy, it requires minimal renovation and home life disturbance as there are multiple quick and easy solutions of dealing and treating your asbestos areas.
What are the Problems with Asbestos Removal?
Asbestos removal is not usually recommended due to the following reasons:
- High costs
- Specific licensing required
- Greater risk of exposure
- Work disruptions
- inconveniences
How can EcoSpray-Foam Systems Help?
If you find yourself in a situation with asbestos and you wish to know the best method in dealing with it, then you can contact us directly on 0203 411 5188 and we can help you form the best strategy in managing your asbestos problem.
At EcoSpray-Foam Systems, we have years of experience in the insulation field and can offer professional advice in dealing with asbestos issues and how to best encapsulate it. With offices across England, our experts can help you, wherever you are. For more information about our asbestos encapsulation service, you can learn more here.
