White pipe insulation cracking in your Westerville basement?
How to tell if those wrapped pipes contain asbestos and what to do about asbestos pipe removal.
You found white or gray insulation wrapped around old pipes in your Westerville basement. It's starting to crack and small pieces are falling to the floor. Many homes built before 1980 in Franklin County used asbestos pipe insulation around boiler and heating pipes.
Asbestos pipe insulation looks like white or gray cloth wrapped around pipes, often secured with metal bands. It was used to prevent heat loss on boiler pipes and steam lines. If the material is cracking or crumbling, it could release dangerous fibers into the air.
Testing and removal typically costs $1,500 to $4,000 for a typical basement system. The price depends on how many linear feet of pipe need work and whether the insulation can be safely encapsulated or needs full removal. Homes with extensive boiler systems or multiple floors of piping cost more.
Stop going in that area immediately. Do not touch or disturb the insulation any further. Call a licensed contractor for professional testing first. Central Insulation Systems Inc. can test the material and provide safe removal if asbestos is present. Never try to remove this yourself.
Once handled properly, your basement will be safe for normal use. The pipes will either have new safe insulation or protective encapsulation coating. You'll have documentation showing the work was done correctly.
What people in Westerville say
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"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!"
Other things people in Westerville ask
how much does asbestos removal cost
Asbestos removal cost depends on square footage, material type, and access difficulty. Pipe insulation runs $15-25 per linear foot. Floor tiles cost $5-15 per square foot. Get three licensed quotes and compare line items, not just total price.
asbestos floor tiles removal
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.
can I remove asbestos myself DIY
No. DIY asbestos removal is illegal in most states and extremely dangerous. You need special licenses, containment equipment, and disposal permits. One mistake can contaminate your entire house and put your family at risk.
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Central Insulation Systems handles asbestos pipe removal in Westerville and the area around it.