Hazards When Rehabbing A Home

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Hazards When Rehabbing A Home
Rehabbing homes can be a great chance to turn investment opportunities into a career. We’ve discussed tips, methods, and other helpful information for the rehab and flipping of properties but there are health hazards to be aware of. These can be current at any property but there are ways to rule them out or have them repaired and still turn a profit.

Asbestos: This was used in homes built before 1980 and can be found in walls, insulation, siding, roofing, flooring caulk, window glaze drywall, and joint compounds or plaster. Extended intervals of exposure to asbestos can cause lung cancer or mesothelioma, hence the general ban of the product. It can still be found on properties and the screening for it can be very cheap. Abatement of the property is required and it is always wise to get a professional to look at and remove anything you suspect to contain this harmful compound.
Direct: Everyone has listened to of “lead based paint,” and it was used for speedy dry times, durability, and long lasting wear, but it is a health and environmental concern and was banned in 1978 in the US. Direct can cause damage to the nervous system and kidneys as well as stunt grown. When possible, it is recommended to fully remove anything which may contain direct based paint because the stripping process can direct to exposure of the poisonous steel. Avoid doing this on your own since federal legislation requires elimination to be performed by trained, certified contractors.
Mildew: This can be found in any home, irrespective of age. Areas of high dampness are at the highest risk of mildew growth. While some molds are just unsightly, others can cause health problems or structural damage, so it’s best to remove the mildew and find the supply of the dampness. The screening for mildew can be expensive, but it can decrease the health risks involved.
Mercury: It can be found in heating systems, thermostats, fluorescent bulbs, and more. Proper disposal of items that contains mercury (like bulbs) will reduce the risk of contamination and leaks. This is especially important since the mercury releases an odorless and poisonous vapor which can cause severe health problems even with small amounts of exposure. Use of respirators and proper coving garments is highly recommended.
Radon: This noble gasoline is radioactive, colorless, odorless, and tasteless so detection can be tricky without proper equipment. Properties may be built over radon concentrations and the gasoline may leak into the property, putting inhabitants or workers at risk. Pipe work may need repairs or maintenance if radon is suspected.
Underground Oil Tanks: Old heating oil takes buried on a property can cause future problems, especially if an excavation is performed for any reason around the tank. Magnetic scanners and soil tests can easily help discover these tanks before a leak can cause damage.
Other: Pressure-treated lumber may contain arsenic and other potentially lethal chemicals. Combustion appliances can become dangerous when not handled or maintained properly. Gasoline leaks or sparks can direct to huge messes and health concerns. Unstable Organic Compounds can be found in paint, glue, cleaners, carpets, flooring, upholstery, or any wood finishes. These can cause headaches, memory problems, respiratory problems, and more when exposed for long intervals of time. This can happen easily due to their general absence of odor.