If you've found asbestos during a residential renovation project, you'll need to plan for removal. You have two options. You can hire an asbestos removal service. Or, you can tackle the removal as a do-it-yourself project. Most councils allow you to remove small amounts of asbestos on your own. But, you do need to take care with the project. Handling asbestos can create safety risks for you, and for the environment. If you've decided to handle your own asbestos removal, read the list provided below. Here are five tips to help you avoid problems with the removal. 

Prepare The Entire Work Area

If you need to remove asbestos from your home, the first thing to do is prepare the area. This includes both the inside and outside of your home. 

Exterior

When you prep the exterior, you want to start by placing plastic sheeting on the ground around your home. Next, you want to move children's play toys and outdoor furniture away from the house. Finally, close all doors and windows. If there are gaps, be sure to seal those off with plastic sheeting and tape. 

Interior

When you get the inside ready, you'll want to start by sealing the doors and windows with plastic sheeting. This adds an extra layer of protection. Next, seal off the HVAC vents. You'll also want to remove all furniture from the rooms you'll be working in. Finally, cover the floors with plastic sheeting. 

Have The Right Safety Gear

If you're going to remove your own asbestos, make sure you have the right safety gear. Wearing the right safety gear will protect you from the asbestos fibres. You'll need the following items. 

• Respirator

• Safety goggles

• Disposable coveralls

• Disposable gloves

• Rubber boots

You can pick these items up at a local home improvement store. Be sure to have these items before you start removing the asbestos. 

Avoid Pressure Cleaning

If you need to remove asbestos sheets from your home, you'll need to use the right removal methods. Asbestos releases fibres once it's disturbed. The best way to reduce the fibres is to moisten the asbestos sheets before removal. You might get tempted to use a pressure hose on the sheets. However, you should avoid the use of pressure cleaning. Instead, use a light mist of water to loosen the asbestos sheets. That way, you reduce the spread of asbestos fibres. 

Get Help With The Project

If you're worried about the removal process, don't be afraid to hire a professional asbestos removal service. A removal service will take care of the asbestos cleanup for you. They're also available to answer any questions you might have about the process.