Top-rated asbestos removal specialists.

Get matched with top asbestos removal specialists in Madera, CA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your asbestos abatement project in Madera, CA?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Find Asbestos removal specialists in Madera

Avatar for Central Valley Environmental
Central Valley Environmental
4.1(
9
)
Asbestos - Abatement

Serving Madera, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

"The guys from Central Valley Environmental did a great job removing our popcorn ceilings with asbestos. Mike was great through the preliminary stages and walked us through everything we needed to do before they got started. He answered all of my millions of questions and got us scheduled and set up even faster than expected. After a little miscommunication about light fixture removal/reinstallation Mike helped to take care of us and get it taken care of. Thank you guys for the great work. Hoping the rest of our renovations go this smooth."
Response time1 day
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Plata Construction
Plata Construction
4.4(
21
)
Asbestos - AbatementAsbestos - TestingAsbestos Siding - Repair

Serving Madera, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

"Plays construction were on time, easy to work with and they didn’t leave until we were satisfied. They were considerate of our time and our space and they communicated with us every step of the way. They did an entire bathroom remodel for us, down to studs and rebuilt (drywall, electrical, plumbing, tile, flooring, carpentry.. they did it all!) and we love the way it turned out. We have already passed their information to our friends and we are saving to do we can have them work on another project for us soon."
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+12

Recommended by89%of homeowners
Asbestos Removal questions, answered by experts

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned the use of asbestos pipe insulation in certain applications in 1975. It released further bans in 1989 and 2019. While asbestos pipe insulation was common from the 1930s to 1970s, its use fell off after the 1970s due to public concern and the EPA's actions.

if you install new siding on top of old asbestos siding, you may keep the fibers trapped, but it would not necessarily be considered encapsulation. To do so properly requires a professional, who uses a certain type of sealant that needs to be spread over the asbestos in a number of layers in order to trap all the fibers. Although you may be able to buy this sealant yourself, it is highly advised that, once you find asbestos, you call a pro immediately. 

According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from 10 to 40 years for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure. Risk factors also include:

  • Amount of exposure

  • Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers

  • Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos

  • Genetic factors 

  • Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)

Asbestos has many beneficial properties, including fire resistance, strength, and chemical resistance. It is also an excellent insulator, which is why it was used in pipe insulation and other building materials for decades. For all its benefits, asbestos is dangerous for human health, which is why it was eventually banned from use in certain products.

It can be safe to live in a house with asbestos as long as the asbestos-containing materials are intact, in good condition, and not disturbed. Asbestos becomes dangerous only when its fibers are released into the air, which happens if the material is damaged, crumbling, or disturbed during renovation work. If you suspect asbestos is present, do not disturb it. Instead of removal, materials in good condition can sometimes be encapsulated. It is recommended to have regular professional inspections to monitor the condition of the asbestos and prevent health risks from potential exposure.

The Madera, CA homeowners’ guide to asbestos removal services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.