Also, keeping public safety in mind, please visit the Eden Building Department's Website for information related to protecting your home and projects that you may be considering that ultimately protect not only your investments but your family and friends.
For example, before remodeling your home make sure that you familiarize yourself with
asbestos. Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fiber that have been
used in every continent for construction purposes. Chances are any house
built prior to 1980 will have some asbestos in it. Asbestos becomes
dangerous when the fibers are airborn, usually there is no risk of
contamination until asbestos is disturbed.
Asbestos is a carcinogen that is the only proven cause of
mesothelioma, a fatal cancer. There
is no cure for this cancer but there are extensive
mesothelioma treatments that may help
victims.
The mesothelioma Cancer Center offers comprehensive information on
how to best prevent asbestos contamination. Offered is an extensive New York section, where we
address where asbestos can be found and how to dispose of it properly.