Thursday, 28 June 2012

How To Safely Replace Your Asbestos Garage

If you know that you have asbestos in your roof and you’ve noticed that the garage is looking a bit worse for wear then now’s the time to get it replaced. Asbestos can be found within the fibres of older fire-resistant and insulating materials, although it’s not as common now because these materials are made with greater care. Asbestos can be potentially harmful too, so this gives you even more of a reason to replace the garage and create a new sturdy structure to store garden equipment, the car, or whatever you decide to keep inside.


In any case it’s best to call in the professionals to do the work when dealing with these materials. You need to know how to remove them in the safest way possible without causing further damage and disruption to the surrounding area or yourself. Obviously once your new structure is in place, you will be ready to enjoy a new garage but in the meantime don’t attempt to do the work yourself and rely on the professionals.



Not only will they know how to take the garage apart, they will also know how to dispose of the waste once it’s taken down. The materials need to be disposed of to coincide with Hazardous Waste Regulations and the professionals will have the contacts in place for this purpose without you having to worry about it.


No matter how big your garage, single or double, the work can be carried out and then you can start to look for alternative options to get your new one in place. Making sure the area is clear and free of asbestos is your first priority before your new garage will either be placed in the same location or in a new location altogether.


Whilst the work is being carried out on your current garage you could start planning the details for your new garage. Where it will go, the materials and design you wish to go for, whether you want doors and side windows to be included and also if you want a slanting or straight roof are just some of the things you will want to consider. A garage will last you for a number of years, so take the time to think about these choices as it will become as permanent feature of your home.


So just to recap, make sure you get the professionals in who know how to dismantle your garage and where to dispose of it once it’s been demolished. Don’t do the work yourself as you don’t want to cause yourself any damage; inevitably, you'll have to call in the professionals anyway when you can’t take the garage down, to ensure it is performed in a safe and correct way. Whilst the work is being done, establish the design for your new garage. When the work is done you can enjoy your new garage for whatever your needs may be.

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