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So, I uncovered this in my basement ceiling.
The material is very much like cardboard, but it's got corrugation. There is no fibrosity to the material (as per fibreglass); the material can be pulled into very small pieces, just like cardboard.
I've taken a sample to a lab for testing.
What I don't know is what to do about it if it is asbestos. I keep reading that asbestos is not harmful unless disturbed, or unless fryable.
Should I get it removed? What will it cost?
If I do get it removed, it should be quite easy. The entire section is exposed and very easy to get at.
What I do not know is if there is any such thing as an "easy" removal. I watched Holmes on Homes and they basically hermetically sealed the house.
Opinions?
The material is very much like cardboard, but it's got corrugation. There is no fibrosity to the material (as per fibreglass); the material can be pulled into very small pieces, just like cardboard.
I've taken a sample to a lab for testing.
What I don't know is what to do about it if it is asbestos. I keep reading that asbestos is not harmful unless disturbed, or unless fryable.
Should I get it removed? What will it cost?
If I do get it removed, it should be quite easy. The entire section is exposed and very easy to get at.
What I do not know is if there is any such thing as an "easy" removal. I watched Holmes on Homes and they basically hermetically sealed the house.
Opinions?