If necessary carefully lift siding pieces with pry tool to expose nail heads.
Removing asphalt shingle siding.
Keep the asbestos material that has been removed wet.
Steps to remove the sealant.
If you re not familiar with how to do.
I recommend having a certified asbestos removal contractor take the existing asbestos siding off though in many areas homeowners are allowed remove asbestos siding themselves if they follow proper precautions.
Use a flat pry bar to remove the asbestos siding or roofing material starting from the top.
Made for versatility it can be used on most types of shingles including wood slate tile and asphalt.
If siding should begin to crack or crumble immediately wet the cracked or broken areas with the pint size spray bottle or garden pump sprayer.
Because the whole thing will blend in about a year.
The dasco pro 24 in.
How to remove old asphalt shingles before putting on a new roof 1.
Removing asbestos is often cost prohibitive for most people.
But you can try the abrasive powder it copes well with stubborn spots and micro scratches in a small area will not be so noticeable.
Asphalt siding material was made in two common versions one much like asphalt roof shingles but in larger sheets right side of the building photo near the top of this article and the other was comprised of an asphalt coating laminated to hardboard siding material or laminated to a softer wood based insulating board panel often sold as.
Rig a ladder and your safety equipment that is suitable for your roof.
Change the rags often.
Breakage releases asbestos fibers.
Shingle ripper is designed to remove a single shingle without damaging the surrounding pieces.
If necessary allow the spray to set until the sealant begins to soften.
But do a test mark to see what it does to the vinylor clean all the marks and offer the owner a cash settlement.
Wet down the asbestos siding or roofing with a mixture of water and liquid soap in a pump up sprayer to limit dust.
Alternatively if you leave the asbestos on your home you can safely seal the old siding underneath the new siding and because asbestos is an excellent insulator you will actually be adding to the energy efficiency of your home by leaving it on.
Mineral spirits and clean rags.
Position a construction trash bin beside the building.
However removing the asbestos siding first though more expensive is the best alternative in the long run.
Set it up so that loose singles can slide down the roof and.
You may have to clean all the siding because the clean parts will look different than the old vinyl acetone will work well also.
If the stain is persistent you can experiment with cleaners but you definitely can t use solvents nail polish remover or other similar products.
The high carbon heat treated steel construction creates a tough durable tool that is built to last.
