Licensed Asbestos Removal & Testing Services in New York

Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was widely used in construction materials because of its durability, insulation properties, and resistance to heat and fire. For decades, asbestos was commonly used in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings throughout New York and across the United States.

Although asbestos-containing materials may appear harmless when left undisturbed, they can become dangerous when damaged, cut, drilled, broken, or disturbed during repairs, renovations, or demolition.

✔ Pipe insulation
✔ Ceiling tiles

✔ Roofing shingles
✔ Floor tiles
✔ Roofing materials
✔ Boilers and duct insulation
✔ Drywall compounds
✔ Siding materials

✔ Exterior siding
✔ Older construction materials

These materials may remain safe if they are intact and undisturbed. The danger begins when asbestos-containing materials are damaged, disturbed, cut, broken, or become airborne.

Friable asbestos can be crushed by hand pressure, which means it can easily release dangerous fibers into the air.

Common examples include:

• Pipe insulation
• Boiler insulation
• Plaster
• Spray-applied insulation

This is considered the most dangerous category because airborne fibers can be inhaled.

Non-friable asbestos cannot be crushed by hand pressure and typically requires mechanical force to release fibers.

Common examples include:

• Floor tiles
• Exterior siding
• Roof membrane
• Flashing materials

Although generally lower risk when intact, non-friable materials can still become hazardous during renovation, demolition, or damage.

If you're planning renovations, our asbestos testing services can help identify any potential asbestos-containing materials that may be disturbed during the process. Our team provides tailored recommendations to ensure safe and efficient renovations.

Warning signs:

⚠ Property built before the 1980s
⚠ Crumbling insulation
⚠ Damaged ceiling or floor tiles
⚠ Renovation or demolition plans
⚠ Dust from disturbed materials

The biggest danger with asbestos is airborne exposure. When asbestos-containing materials are disturbed, microscopic fibers can be released into the air and inhaled without being seen.

Long-term exposure to asbestos fibers has been linked to serious health conditions including lung disease, asbestosis, mesothelioma, and certain cancers.

The danger is often invisible.

Call if:

✔ Buying an older home
✔ Planning renovation or demolition
✔ Seeing damaged insulation/materials
✔ Managing water/fire damage cleanup
✔ Concerned about potential asbestos exposure

Taylor-Way follows strict New York State asbestos handling procedures for testing, containment, removal, and safe project execution. Every project is approached with safety, compliance, and professionalism as top priorities.

Process:

1. Consultation call 
2. Site assessment 
3. Testing (if needed) 
4. Safe removal plan 
5. Compliant project execution 

If you suspect asbestos in your home, property, or project, early evaluation can help prevent unnecessary risk and costly delays.