Drop Ceilings Birmingham AL: Could Your Drop Ceiling Contain Asbestos?
Have drop ceilings in your home or office?
If so, then there is a chance they could contain asbestos, a natural mineral and carcinogen that causes mesothelioma, which is very dangerous and can put your household or workplace at risk.
Let's learn some ways to determine if your drop ceilings may contain asbestos.
1. Age of your home: If your home was built from the 1940’s thru the 1990’s and it contains drop ceilings, you might have asbestos. During this period in time, asbestos was commonly used in drop ceiling tiles to act as a sound barrier.
2. Brand of your ceiling tiles: If your ceiling tiles were made by Affa Tile Company, Flintkote, Owens Corning Fiberglass or Gyptone, there is a chance that they may contain asbestos.
3. Are they acoustic?: Many older acoustic tiles; those made for preventing sound, could contain asbestos. These tiles can be smooth textured, depending on the manufacturer.
4. Ask an expert: A great way to tell if your ceilings contain asbestos is to bring in a professional. Many building inspectors are trained to recognize asbestos. Having an expert come into your home is the best way to determine if you need new tiles.
If you suspect the drop ceiling tile in your home or office contains asbestos, do not disturb it.
Breaking just one tile could send enough asbestos into the air to cause harm to you. While you may not have symptoms of exposure for many years, it will still remain in your system undetected.
Instead of disturbing the tiles, contact a professional asbestos removal company. They'll be able to properly remove the tainted tiles while keeping you safe.
This may not be the cheapest option but you can't put a price on your health.
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