Can I Remove Asbestos Siding Myself in Athens, OH?
The straight answer about DIY asbestos siding and roof shingle removal before you risk your family's health.
You found asbestos siding or roof shingles on your Athens home and got sticker shock from removal quotes. Many older homes near Ohio University and downtown Athens contain these materials. Now you're wondering if you can tackle the job yourself to save thousands of dollars.
Asbestos siding and roof shingles were common in Athens homes built before 1980. The material looks like cement board siding or thick shingles that don't break cleanly. When disturbed, these materials release microscopic fibers that cause lung disease and cancer decades later.
Professional removal typically costs $15,000 to $25,000 for an average Athens home, depending on square footage and access. The price reflects specialized equipment, containment systems, licensed disposal, and air monitoring. Corner-cutting or mistakes during removal can contaminate your entire house and cost far more to fix.
Do not attempt this yourself. DIY asbestos removal is illegal in Ohio without proper licenses and can result in fines up to $25,000. You need sealed containment areas, negative air machines, and hazmat disposal permits. Central Insulation Systems Inc. handles the entire process legally and safely, from initial testing through final air clearance.
Once properly removed, your home is permanently safe from asbestos exposure. You can renovate freely without health concerns. Your family breathes clean air, and your property value reflects a hazard-free environment.
What people in Athens say
"THEY DID A GOOD JOB AND I THOUGHT THE PRICE WAS REASONABLE."
"I worked with Kevin Con, their field specialist. Kevin talked to me over the phone for quite awhile to make sure that I had a good estimate and knowledge of the procedure. The team came out early and they were efficient in the processes. I would highly recommend them especially because they worked so closely with our roofing team to get the job done in one day."
"I am just so happy. They came out on a Tuesday (the owner Steve and his son) and took a look and had a crew of 2 out for me the next day! They got there at 8:30 am and all was completed by 2:00. The follow up was excellent. I could just go on and on. I am very impressed and want to insulate everything NOW because they were so excellent!"
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Stop all work immediately. Do not sand, scrape, or break the tiles. Get a sample tested by a certified lab first. If it tests positive, hire a licensed asbestos abatement contractor. DIY removal is illegal in most areas and dangerous.
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Central Insulation Systems handles asbestos siding & roof shingle removal in Athens and the area around it.