Can I clean an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div><p>If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-asbestos.htm">how to clean asbestos</a> safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.</p></div>

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Q: What is considered hazardous waste?

• <div><p>Hazardous waste is waste that poses a threat to human or environmental health. This generally refers to waste that is flammable, corrosive, toxic, or reactive. To confirm if the waste you need to remove <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-hazardous-waste.htm">is considered hazardous waste</a>, contact your local hazardous waste facility.</p></div>

Q: Can you scrape off old asbestos siding?

• <div><p>Scraping off asbestos siding is extremely dangerous. When asbestos is inert, it does not pose a risk, but once disturbed, the fibers enter the air that you breathe and can cause irreparable damage. Professionals may scrape it off, but they will have more protective equipment and specialized tools that most homeowners do not have on hand.</p></div>

Q: What do you do after asbestos contamination?

• <div><p>In the event of suspected or confirmed asbestos contamination on the body, it is imperative to take immediate measures to reduce health risks. To avoid further exposure, carefully remove contaminated clothing and shower thoroughly to remove any asbestos fibers. Seek prompt medical attention, and inform your healthcare professional about your suspected asbestos exposure. Since asbestos-related health issues can take years to surface, regular medical check-ups are advised for anyone with a history of exposure.</p></div>

Q: Can you power wash asbestos siding?

• <div><p>Power washing asbestos siding can be hazardous and isn't recommended. The power washer's high pressure can disturb the siding and release harmful asbestos fibers into the air. Rather than attempting to DIY it, hire a professional trained in asbestos handling to tackle any exterior cleaning.</p></div>

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We had an attached screened-in porch that was sinking.Acculevel came in and detailed every aspect of the repair project and then followed thru to the most minuet detail. Excellent work and very detail oriented. Friendly and cooperative service team that completed the work. This seemed like...
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Reviewed in April 2022
Mike was pleasant, polite and effecient. Much dirt was removed and we appreciate the work done.
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Reviewed in June 2018
I just closed on a new home the day before. The house was left in a mess. There was purple, black and orange stains throughout the house. I was able to schedule them for 8 o'clock the very next day. They removed all the stains but the black stains in the living room. The cleaner pointed out the...
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Reviewed in June 2015
This is our second time using Ross cleaning. They did an excellent job both times they were here. They were able to get up and remove some candle wax that got spilled our living carpet. They were here cleaned the carpet and gone in about an hour. We will differently use them again.
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Reviewed in September 2014
Person arrived at scheduled time, used shoe covers and cloths to avoid damage to cabinets and floor. A power machine was inserted into the sewer and removed or loosened the material blockage. After flushing, equipment was removed, area wiped clean, and instruction given relative to avoiding...
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Reviewed in January 2014
I REALLY WANTED TO USE PARAGON BUT COULD FIND NO WAY TO REACH THEM. THE MAIN NUMBER LISTED WAS INCORRECT AND THE OTHER NUMBERS WERE FORWARDED TO THE INCORRECT ONE. fOR SNOW REMOVAL, I NEEDED SOMEONE CLOSER TO MY HOME THAN WHAT ANGIES LIST PROVIDED.
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Reviewed in August 2012
The company stopped by yesterday evening after seeing a number of tree stumps in our front yard. They stated their normal price for stump removal was around $50/stump but they would remove ours for $20/stump since they were in the area. We had 11 in the front yard that needed removal and they...
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Reviewed in May 2012
He found that a valve was closed. He just removed a valve. Then he came back, and took it apart. He found sulfur water in our pipes. He saw that was the problem. He really knew what he was doing. He figured it out right away. He's just a really good guy. He's not a weasel.
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Reviewed in May 2011
A-Plus removed the spyware and installed anti-malware program and my computer works quicker and I haven't had any freeze ups since.
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Asbestos Removal questions, answered by experts

Hazardous waste is waste that poses a threat to human or environmental health. This generally refers to waste that is flammable, corrosive, toxic, or reactive. To confirm if the waste you need to remove is considered hazardous waste, contact your local hazardous waste facility.

Scraping off asbestos siding is extremely dangerous. When asbestos is inert, it does not pose a risk, but once disturbed, the fibers enter the air that you breathe and can cause irreparable damage. Professionals may scrape it off, but they will have more protective equipment and specialized tools that most homeowners do not have on hand.

In the event of suspected or confirmed asbestos contamination on the body, it is imperative to take immediate measures to reduce health risks. To avoid further exposure, carefully remove contaminated clothing and shower thoroughly to remove any asbestos fibers. Seek prompt medical attention, and inform your healthcare professional about your suspected asbestos exposure. Since asbestos-related health issues can take years to surface, regular medical check-ups are advised for anyone with a history of exposure.

If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn how to clean asbestos safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.

Power washing asbestos siding can be hazardous and isn't recommended. The power washer's high pressure can disturb the siding and release harmful asbestos fibers into the air. Rather than attempting to DIY it, hire a professional trained in asbestos handling to tackle any exterior cleaning.

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