Do You Need an Asbestos Survey? If you own, manage, or are responsible for a property built before 2000, you may be legally required to have an asbestos survey carried out. Asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) were widely used in construction until their ban in 1999,...
Artex was a staple of home decor in the 1960s to 1980s, prized for its textured aesthetic. But beneath its decorative charm could lie a hidden danger: asbestos. This guide will help you understand the risks, legal responsibilities, and safe handling practices for...
The word “asbestos” often causes concern among homeowners and prospective buyers alike. Asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral, was widely used in construction due to its strength and fire-resistant properties. However, its link to serious health issues,...
If you’ve recently learned that your garage roof has some Asbestos-Containing Materials (ACMs), or even if you just suspect that this might be the case, you’re no doubt wondering what to do about it. And you’ll be keen to know whether it can be easily removed with...
For many years asbestos was considered to be an extremely valuable material. With a wide range of uses thanks to its insulating and strengthening properties, it was used for sound proofing, mixed into cement, and as a constituent part of many coatings and...
Do you need a Home Buyer Asbestos Survey? If you have lived in the same property for a long time, or even if you have bought a property recently, you might believe that there is no chance that it contains asbestos. However, it should be noted that if a property was...
