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Asbestos Abatement: Protecting Your Home from Weather-Related Hazards

November 20, 2024

As weather changes, asbestos abatement becomes a concern as severe storms and fluctuating temperatures can lead to broken pipes, fallen trees, and other damage. One of the hidden dangers of repairing this damage is asbestos exposure. Asbestos-containing materials were commonly used in older buildings for insulation, roofing, drywall and flooring. When these materials are disturbed—such…

Asbestos: Risks and Safety Measures

September 4, 2024

Asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral once lauded for its fire-resistant properties, is now infamous for its serious health risks. Found in many older buildings, it can pose a significant hazard when its fibers become airborne and are inhaled. This can occur when homeowners are doing renovations or during natural disasters such as flooding, when the…

Asbestos Abatement – Plumbing Products Are At Risk Too!

June 19, 2024

Did you know that asbestos abatement may be needed if you are renovating a bathroom, kitchen, or anywhere with water lines? Asbestos.com shares that “The amount of plumbing work needed in the United States puts plumbers at risk of toxic asbestos exposure because of the many asbestos-containing products they use and repair.” This often overlooked risk area…

Asbestos Removal – Best Left To the Professionals

May 15, 2024

Asbestos removal in Kansas City is best left to the professionals. Asbestos removal is regulated by federal, state and local governments and requires licensing of abatement contractors and employees.  Smart Environmental Services LLC has all of the necessary licenses and insurance, and follows EPA, NESHAP (National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants), and AHERA (Asbestos…

Asbestos Abatement – Why It’s Important for Missouri and Kansas Residents

March 6, 2024

Asbestos abatement is a necessary funciton in Kansas and Missouri due to the area’s historical use of asbestos containing materials. SMART Environmental Services in Kansas City offers professionally trained asbestos removal for residential and commercial properties.     How Does Asbestos Affect Kansas and Missouri? Asbestos is a well-known risk in Kansas and Missouri due…

Asbestos Removal in Kansas City

December 6, 2023

Can you do asbestos removal on your own? It’s not advisable – experts agree from the American Lung Association, National Cancer Institute and CDC that proper handling of asbestos removal is best done by a certified contractor who has proper training, PPE and its disposal knowledge. What is Asbestos? Cancer.gov explains, “Asbestos is the name given…

Asbestos – Handling Precautions and When You Should Hire a Professional

November 1, 2023

Asbestos handling and removal in Kansas City can be dangerous and is something a skilled, trained professional should identify and dispose of. Smart Environmental Services is here to help develop an abatement plan to meet your specific needs. Why can it be Dangerous? Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fiber. Due to its unique insulative properties,…