Transite Ducting: Understanding the Risks and Solutions
Transite ducting, a cement-asbestos product prevalent in homes built during the 1960s and early 1970s, continues to be a concern for homeowners due to its potential health risks.
Health Concerns
Asbestos-containing ductwork can release harmful fibers when damaged, potentially causing serious respiratory issues like lung cancer and mesothelioma. However, intact transite ducts typically pose minimal risk.
We recently assisted a homebuyer concerned about asbestos ductwork in a concrete slab, particularly with a newborn in the home. This scenario is not uncommon in older properties.
Recommended Solution
Our Duct Armor product offers a safe, efficient method to manage asbestos-containing ductwork by:
- Sealing and encapsulating existing asbestos ducts
- Preventing fiber release
- Ensuring long-term air quality and safety
While transite ducting presents potential risks, professional inspection and modern encapsulation techniques can effectively mitigate these concerns, providing peace of mind for homeowners.
Interested in a consultation? We’re ready to help you understand and address your ductwork challenges.
Proper Duct Inspection
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When purchasing a home, there’s one often-overlooked inspection that could prevent major headaches: a comprehensive duct system evaluation. Specifically, if you’re considering a property with in-slab ductwork, you’ll want to pay close attention.
I recently discovered an eye-opening resource that details exactly how a professional home inspector should thoroughly examine these critical home infrastructure components. A proper duct inspection is important, as it’s the lungs of your home. The key takeaway? Not all home inspections are created equal.
Pro Tip: Before closing on your new home, ask your home inspector these critical questions:
By being proactive and requesting a comprehensive duct inspection, you could potentially:
Don’t skip this crucial step in your home-buying journey!
Transite Ducting
/in Types of DuctsTransite Ducting: Understanding the Risks and Solutions
Transite ducting, a cement-asbestos product prevalent in homes built during the 1960s and early 1970s, continues to be a concern for homeowners due to its potential health risks.
Health Concerns
Asbestos-containing ductwork can release harmful fibers when damaged, potentially causing serious respiratory issues like lung cancer and mesothelioma. However, intact transite ducts typically pose minimal risk.
We recently assisted a homebuyer concerned about asbestos ductwork in a concrete slab, particularly with a newborn in the home. This scenario is not uncommon in older properties.
Recommended Solution
Our Duct Armor product offers a safe, efficient method to manage asbestos-containing ductwork by:
While transite ducting presents potential risks, professional inspection and modern encapsulation techniques can effectively mitigate these concerns, providing peace of mind for homeowners.
Interested in a consultation? We’re ready to help you understand and address your ductwork challenges.