Asbestos

October 26, 2023

Asbestos is commonly found in heating system insulation, vinyl floor tiles and sheet flooring, roofing paper and shingles, cement siding shingles, drywall panel and other building construction products. 

Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) need to be handled a certain way and must be disposed at a facility permitted to take asbestos.

Disturbing and inhaling asbestos fibers can cause lung cancer, mesothelioma and other serious health conditions. To prevent exposure, learn how to manage asbestos.

Questions?

Contact NHDES by email at asbestos@des.nh.gov or by phone at (603) 271-1370.


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