Does Risk Level Affect Asbestos Removal Costs?
The risk level of an asbestos removal job directly impacts the asbestos removal costs. This is because the higher the risk of the job, the more time and care are required to remove the asbestos.
Why Risk Level Impacts Asbestos Removal Costs
- Time: A higher risk asbestos removal job will generally be more time-consuming because more care is required to set up safety measures. Usually, containment zones need to be set up for more brittle asbestos-containing materials that are at a high risk of breaking off when disturbed. Most friable asbestos requires full containment, negative air pressure systems, and specialized disposal, all of which require more time to set up, significantly driving up labour hours and costs.
- Materials: More safety equipment and supplies are needed to remove friable asbestos that can crumble easily. As mentioned above, air pressure systems and an entire containment zone need to be set up for the job. Utilizing more materials and heavy-duty equipment costs more money.
- Regional Requirements: Given the fact that asbestos is a regulated substance, each city or municipality may have specific removal and disposal requirements for asbestos based on the type and friability of it. This may impact the number of trained personnel needed for the job, along with the disposal method.
Overall, high-risk asbestos removal is trickier and more time-consuming because of the care needed, and as a result, it costs more. If you are unsure of the state of your asbestos, contact Canada’s Restoration Services for an asbestos inspection. Our team can then give you a detailed quote based on the risk level.
