Can I remove asbestos siding myself in Westerville?
The short answer is no. Here's why DIY asbestos siding and roof shingle removal is dangerous and illegal.
You found asbestos siding or roof shingles on your Westerville home and got sticker shock from removal quotes. Many homes built before 1980 near Polaris and around Interstate 270 have these materials. You're wondering if you can tackle this project yourself to save money.
Asbestos siding and roof shingles were common in Westerville homes built from the 1940s through 1970s. These materials look like regular cement siding or roofing but contain deadly asbestos fibers. When disturbed, they release microscopic particles that cause lung cancer and mesothelioma decades later.
DIY removal seems tempting when quotes run $15,000 to $30,000 for a typical Westerville home. But the real costs include special licenses, containment equipment, air monitoring, and hazardous waste disposal permits. One wrong move can contaminate your entire house and neighborhood. Ohio law requires licensed contractors for most asbestos removal work.
Contact Central Insulation Systems Inc. for a proper assessment before touching anything. Licensed contractors have the training, equipment, and permits to remove asbestos safely. They seal off work areas, use negative air pressure systems, and follow strict disposal rules. Trying to save money on asbestos removal often costs more when contamination spreads.
Once professionals handle the removal, you'll have a safe home and peace of mind. Your family won't face long-term health risks from asbestos exposure. You can renovate or sell without disclosure requirements hanging over your property.
What people in Westerville 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 Westerville and the area around it.