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Asbestos Prevention, Healthy Tips & Green Living for California

A big thank you to Paul James, National Awareness Coordinator of the Mesothelioma Center, for allowing me to reprint this article…

Implementing and enforcing the state’s environmental protection laws, The California Environmental Protection Agency ensures clean water, air, soil and waste recycling is performed throughout the state. This agency is at the forefront of science and research to lead to a cleaner, healthier planet for all.

With a variety of home materials on the market still not banned b the federal government, there has been concern present from citizens regarding asbestos exposure. California is one of many states implementing sustainable methods of construction.

Many Paso Robles and California real estate agents have begun to understand the many risks and responsibilities involved in the home buying process. Many new homes that are foreclosed may require renovation or repairs, especially in areas susceptible to natural disasters. This process may require inspection for hazardous materials.

Utilized in thousands of construction and building applications throughout the 20^th century, asbestos was a highly regarded mineral due to its heat resistant properties. Homes or buildings constructed before 1980 may still contain asbestos. Due to a steady progression of technology and green sustainable methods, there are many ways to ensure your home or property is asbestos free.

Healthy Tips

If any asbestos is suspected, the best advice is to leave it un-disturbed. . Sometimes the best action is no action. A home inspector can determine the proper course of action. Asbestos removal in public facilities, homes and workplaces must be undertaken by a licensed asbestos abatement contractor. The removal of asbestos is a finite process that must be done by a professional.

In most situations, asbestos appears in roof shingles, dry wall, attic insulation, popcorn ceilings, joint compounds and electrical wires. It is not always an easy process to determine whether or not a particular insulation contains asbestos. Anyone who is unsure about the insulation in their home should have the materials in question inspected and tested.

The inhilation of airborne asbestos fibers can cause mesothelioma, a severe lung ailment associated with asbestos exposure. Mesothelioma treatment has varied effects on individuals, with many factors impacting a patient’s prognosis. These include age of diagnosis, latency period and age of diagnosis. Manufacturers of asbestos obtained medical evidence of its corrosive qualities but continued shipping the substance anyways, leaving workers and homeowners exposed on a frequent basis. Thousands have fought this by attempting to receive mesothelioma compensation for their wrongful illness.

California Going Green

Organizations such as Environment LA also help bring together programs and projects that are helping make the state become a more sustainable and environmentally friendly city. Green energy solutions will play an important role in the transformation to a healthier and sustainable world.

What can you do to move towards a green home? Start by using eco-friendly methods of building, it may prove to be costly at first, but research shows it can reduce annual energy costs by 25 percent. By building green, you will immediately see the multitude of positive health, economic and environmental benefits, such as: conserving natural resources, energy sustainability, increased property value and improve your quality of life.

The list of options also includes cellulose and lcynene foam. Cotton fiber is made from recycled batted material and treated to be flame resistant. Not only will these asbestos alternatives reduce energy costs, they allow a lifestyle that promotes a clean, free of health damaging materials.

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