What Ballpark Price Range To Expect
Asbestos is a nasty, fibrous material that has been used in the fire-proofing and insulating of homes and products since 1940. In the 1970's asbestos was found to be directly linked to the illness mesothelioma and bans were issued against the use of the material in construction across many countries. Despite this fact there are still companies such as China and Russia that are continuously mining for the naturally occurring substance. When you ask, "what is the cost of asbestos removal going to be?" it can be disheartening knowing that the removal will probably cost more than what it would take to renovate and upgrade the space… if there wasn't asbestos everywhere. Regardless of hopes and dreams, asbestos is a real hazard and must be disposed of properly. Even for easily accessible areas of moderate size a total asbestos removal usually averages between one to a few thousand dollars and goes up from there.
What Do I Get For the Money?
Simply put, you get the benefit of knowing that you and your family can sleep tight without unconsciously inhaling fibrous particles that are eventually going to give you cancer or lung scarring. By contracting with a professional asbestos removal team you will be assured of the following:
- that all air and heating systems will be off while asbestos is being handled, that all vents are blocked off
- that all asbestos containing materials (ACM's) are properly disposed
- that all doorways and windows of the room with the offending ACM are taped off with heavy plastic ensuring no asbestos will accidentally find its way into the house
In addition to getting full service asbestos removal, most contracting companies will have guarantees on their work. Check to see if the team you're consulting with offers a guarantee on their work and what the timeframe and terms are. Having a guarantee means that if you find that the job wasn't done properly or entirely, the company will send the team out again to correct whatever the problem was. Considering the extensive line of customer support from your asbestos removal company, the fee isn't so bad. After all, it's a one-time cost to get rid of all asbestos in your home and secure the safety of your spouse and children.
How to Get an Accurate Asbestos Removal Quote
Many contractors are licensed and qualified to remove asbestos from residences and commercial properties. If you have a property that you suspect or know has asbestos in the materials used in construction, you can get a quick quote by simply checking the internet. There are individual contractors and agencies that don't necessarily specialize in asbestos removal that can help you. Search online for companies with plenty of experience ideally: the most experienced may be a bit more expensive but because they're veterans, they'll be the fastest and most efficient choice. Compare prices with experience and then factor in the contractors' general customer service skills and you'll get a great deal.