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Abatement Specialties

1814 E Ave NE
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1814 E Ave NE
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19 years of experience

Abatement Specialties, LLC is a Veteran owned company and we are your Environmental Concerns Specialists with offices in Cedar Rapids, IA and Davenport, IA. Abatement Specialties LLC was founded in February 2006 and specializes in asbestos abatement, mold remediation, lead based paint testing and remediation. We've successfully completed several thousand residential, commercial and industrial abatement projects since 2006. Our company staff has over 50 years of combined experience. Abatement Specialties LLC provides professional services at competitive rates in renovation and demolition projects as a State of Iowa licensed, certified and approved asbestos abatement company.

Abatement Specialties, LLC is a Veteran owned company and we are your Environmental Concerns Specialists with offices in Cedar Rapids, IA and Davenport, IA. Abatement Specialties LLC was founded in February 2006 and specializes in asbestos abatement, mold remediation, lead based paint testing and remediation. We've successfully completed several thousand residential, commercial and industrial abatement projects since 2006. Our company staff has over 50 years of combined experience. Abatement Specialties LLC provides professional services at competitive rates in renovation and demolition projects as a State of Iowa licensed, certified and approved asbestos abatement company.





SERVPRO

615 Hwy 1 West
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SERVPRO

615 Hwy 1 West
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Emergency services offered

SERVPRO of Iowa City/ Coralville: Fire and Water Cleanup & Restoration, Mold Cleanup & Restoration, Biohazard and Blood cleanup, Odor removal services, Carpet and Floor cleaning, and Duct Cleaning.

SERVPRO of Iowa City/ Coralville: Fire and Water Cleanup & Restoration, Mold Cleanup & Restoration, Biohazard and Blood cleanup, Odor removal services, Carpet and Floor cleaning, and Duct Cleaning.

Asbestos Removal questions, answered by experts

Asbestos has not been used to manufacture new siding since the early 1980s. So, while asbestos is not currently used to make new siding, it can still be present in the siding of homes built before the 1980s. The best way to know if your siding has any type of asbestos is to have a professional test it.

Walking on an asbestos roof can pose a risk. Asbestos roofing materials can become brittle over time, increasing the chances of them breaking or releasing fibers when stepped on. Additionally, walking on an asbestos roof without proper precautions can cause further damage to the material. If possible, avoid touching an asbestos roof in any way and consult with a professional about removing and replacing the roof. 

If you are trying to sell a home with asbestos siding, most jurisdictions force you to disclose this in official documentation about the home. Some potential buyers may not want to purchase a home with asbestos siding, which could negatively affect their health if the siding becomes disturbed. However, as long as the siding is in good condition, some buyers may not see it as a disadvantage. You could take on the cost to replace asbestos siding if you have concerns over this material affecting your home’s resale value.

You are not really supposed to seal asbestos with paint, but in theory it could work—the caveat being that this is extremely dangerous and should be avoided at all costs. The only real way to seal asbestos is with the professional application of an encapsulating material like epoxy. Due to the negative effect asbestos can have on your home, however, it is usually the best course of action to accept a costly fix and remove the material entirely.

Epoxying over asbestos tiles is generally considered a safe option when done correctly. Epoxy acts as a sealant, encapsulating the asbestos tiles and preventing the release of asbestos fibers into the air. The key is ensuring that the asbestos tiles are in good condition, firmly adhered to the substrate, and not damaged or deteriorating. This method is only appropriate for tiles that are undamaged and securely in place. If the asbestos tiles are already loose, damaged, or deteriorating, encapsulating them with epoxy may not be a sufficient solution, as it might not address the potential for ongoing asbestos exposure.

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