It is very brittle and has a tendency to crack and break when nailed which can release asbestos fibers into both the air and ground.
Nailing asbestos siding.
About asbestos siding asbestos siding is composed of asbestos fibers mixed with portland cement.
You can t drive screws and nails through them without pre drilling.
Place the top edge of the plastic sheeting at the top of the exterior wall above the siding.
Start by hooking the siding on the bottom of the starter strip with the nail holes facing upward.
Exposure to and breathing asbestos fibers can result in lung problems and cancer.
The plastic is used to create a barrier to the elements as well as prevents the siding from rubbing against the painted asbestos siding.
Covering old asbestos shingles with new siding may seem like an option too but it s not easy to do safely.
Asbestos shingles are relatively strong but brittle.
Nail it in place using several nails a few inches apart until the top of the plastic is fully attached.
A typical procedure is to install furring strips on the existing wall avoiding breaking the existing siding.
When you nail siding to the house remember to nail the siding loose.