The Proper Care and Maintenance of Asbestos Tile Siding?

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recommended guidelines for the proper care and maintenance of asbestos tile. The tiles should be inspected on a regular basis to identify damage that requires repair. The EPA suggests that bumpers or shrubs be used to protect asbestos siding from damages.

Should damage occur, replace the tile with a non-asbestos containing version. Small cracks can be repaired with Portland cement or epoxy. Tiles that are dirty can be washed with a mild detergent or a diluted mix of glycerin and oxalic acid. Be sure to wear a dust mask when working around asbestos siding.