California Mesothelioma Victims

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Asbestos Exposure in California

Exposed to Asbestos at your Job?
Have you been wrongfully exposed to asbestos at your job? See a list with the most common jobs where exposure happened.
Asbestos Companies in CA
Asbestos companies need to follow certain rules and regulations and protect employees of asbestos exposure.
Asbestos Mines in California
See a list with asbestos mines through out California state. Have you worked in a mine and have health problems?
Buildings with Asbestos in CA
Older buildings may contain dangerous asbestos levels. See a list with the oldest buildings from California that could have exposed you to asbestos.
Schools with Asbestos in CA
See a list with the schools in California may contain asbestos. Stay informed about asbestos dangers!
California Asbestos Landfills
See a list with landfills containing asbestos throughout California. Landfills located close to residential areas may affect your health!
Naturally Occurring Asbestos in California Areas
Asbestos is a dangerous mineral that develops under certain conditions. See a list with all the areas and sites where asbestos is naturally occurring!

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Asbestos in Californian Homes

Asbestos is a common view in a large percentage of Californian homes, in several types.

It could be an insulation material, roofing or asbestos siding, and all of these are dangerous when damaged. Any homeowner is advised to have his house tested against asbestos and have it removed if any is found.

Asbestos home testing kit

The asbestos community has developed asbestos home testing kits for the general population. Asbestos professionals use it and it provides with useful results. This kit can tell if the material will release asbestos fibers, if the material does contain such fibers. Each asbestos test kit includes:

  • Complete instructions
  • Sample collection bags
  • Laboratory analysis for material suspicious of containing asbestos

You can test anything with this easy to use kit, from floor tiles to gaskets and asbestos cement.

California asbestos home removal

Minor repairs to damaged asbestos materials can be done by normal, unauthorized people, although it is not recommended. Only asbestos contractors have the knowledge of the required procedures for asbestos removal in homes. Buildings for sale are also required to be asbestos free, and if not, the owner is required to mention the asbestos problem to the new owner.

An inspection is also required for any new addition built to the house, or during renovation work. This is just a safety precaution done to eliminate the need of testing prior to the finishing of the job. The exterior siding, as well as the backing of the construction will be tested while they are still open, and if testing for asbestos proves negative, the owner will receive a document that proves that. Any health risk posed by asbestos is removed with this simple, yet effective way of testing.

You should know that only houses built before 1976 are possible to contain asbestos materials. After that year all houses should be asbestos free, because at the time they were finished, asbestos was already banned for 6 years, meaning the market for construction materials was asbestos free, in theory. We recommend that you ask for appropriate papers nevertheless, just so you can be sure about the asbestos content of your future home.

Are you thinking of buying a house and would like some additional information on the subject? You have already purchased a house in California that contains asbestos? Contact California mesothelioma organization and we will help you deal with the problem in a simple and effective way. All the information we provide is completely free.