Cemesto Building Material

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Hi BP! I recently looked at a 1950's home, and during our inspection it came to light that a material called "Cemesto" was used for the (flat) roofing structure. While the roof seems to be structurally sound, in researching this material it appears to contain asbestos. Has anyone had any experience with a home containing this material? I've discussed win a few roofing companies and have had mixed feedback. Some have recommended going the path of encapsulating the Cemesto material, while others have recommended completely removing and perhaps going the route of an asbestos abatement. Any thoughts or opinions would be greatly appreciated!

[Desirae Putzier]

This is not the first time I have dealt with cemesto it is a building material made of the core of sugar cane, concrete, and asbestos, I didn't catch what state your in but in Colorado it is a regulated material and requires an asbestos abatement company to remove or encapsulate it . Being that I have been in the asbestos abatement industry for over 15 year I would suggest removal, while encapsulation is a less expensive route it really is just a bandaid over a serious infection!! Now as an investor I always, when dealing with asbestos take the route that allows me to sell a property that I can certify asbestos free or at least provide documentation that a major carcinogen has been removed. If you are in Colorado I am more that willing to provide you with some solutions feel free to contact me and we can talk about this problem.