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Doc's Roofing & Construction LLC
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Asbestos - Abatement

Serving Halifax, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I Hired DOCS ROOFING & CONSTRUCTION Super quick easy to work with and very professional the whole way through. He showed up on time explained everything in a simple way and got right to work. You can tell he knows what he’s doing and takes it seriously. The job was done faster than I expected and everything was cleaned up perfectly after. No stress at all. Definitely recommend him if you need asbestos work done 👍"
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Critical Hygiene The Environmental Specialist
New to Angi
Asbestos - AbatementAsbestos - Testing

Serving Halifax, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

We have been in business for over 12 years providing the highest quality abatement and restoration services available. We are a female minority owned business establishment. CHI is HUB zone certified through the US small business administration. We specialize in testing and removal of toxic molds, hazardous materials, petroleum spills, asbestos, and lead. We provide reconstruction and build back services following abatement activities. We also provide all forms of new construction services including painting, sheet rock installation, roofing, framing, ceramic tile installation, siding, metal fabrication and miscellaneous flooring installation. We guarantee customer satisfaction.

Envirocheck of Virginia, Inc.
New to Angi
Asbestos - Testing

Serving Halifax, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Envirocheck of Virginia, Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Asbestos Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

When asbestos fibers become airborne, they enter a person's respiratory system. These fibers scar and damage the lungs and often lead to serious cancers like mesothelioma. Like many dangers in the house, asbestos isn’t easy to see when it could be causing serious damage. The amount of time exposed, combined with the person’s tolerance for asbestos inhalation and the amount inhaled, will all contribute to health problems.

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)

If you think you’ve touched asbestos, do not put on a mask. This is important because you may take the asbestos fibers on your hands on trap them in the mask. Make your way to a sink and wash your hands thoroughly. Remove any clothes and seal them in a bag, then take a shower. Call your doctor and let them know you’ve been exposed to asbestos, and make sure you see them as soon as possible. The reason you keep the clothes is in case anyone wants to confirm the presence of asbestos.

Typically, homeowners insurance does not cover asbestos removal or abatement. Most policies exclude coverage for pollutants, contaminants, and hazardous materials, which includes asbestos. Because asbestos is often considered a pre-existing condition in older homes, its removal is usually viewed as a maintenance expense rather than an insurable loss. However, there is a key exception: if asbestos-containing materials are discovered or disturbed due to a covered event, such as a fire or storm, your policy may cover the abatement as part of the necessary repairs. For example, if a storm damages your roof and an insurance adjuster discovers asbestos while inspecting the damage, the policy might pay for the removal cost. If removal is not covered and is outside your budget, you might consider encapsulating the asbestos. The viability of this option depends on the condition of the contaminated materials. It is recommended to speak with an asbestos abatement specialist to understand your options.

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