Asbestos Issues Solved by New Roof

Article Added August 6th, 2006 - Print This Story - Bookmark This Story

A new type of roof and roofing material may solve the problem of deteriorating asbestos in homes. A form of PVC is being used as a membrane to keep insulation containing asbestos clean and dry.

A new film of PVC may be the answer to roofs that are falling apart, potentially putting people at risk of asbestos exposure. The membrane-covered roofing will prolong the life of a new roof, as well as providing a means of keeping asbestos insulation dry and clean. The result is that the roof is less likely to cave in, and asbestos is less likely to be exposed to the public. Polyvinyl chloride has been used for years in piping considering that the rate of deterioration is measured in centuries, not decades.

The same idea was put out for roofs, considering that most asbestos exposure occurs when old roofs collapse and fragile asbestos is exposed. By shielding the insulation, the material remains stable longer, as well as increasing the life of the roof itself. The best part for many people opting for a PVC shield is that the current roof and roofline can be maintained, proving that the option can be aesthetically pleasing as well as safe.

Article Added August 6th, 2006 - Print This Story - Bookmark This Story