Be Aware of Asbestos in Old Artex Ceilings: What You Need to Know

If you live or work in a building with an old Artex ceiling, you might be wondering if it contains asbestos. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you understand the risks, history, and what to do next. Did You Know Artex Used to Contain Asbestos? Artex is a...

Reasons To Have An Asbestos Survey When Buying a New Home

Why You Should Consider an Asbestos Survey When Buying a New Home At Crucial Environmental, we’re frequently asked about the importance of having an asbestos survey conducted when purchasing a new home. While not mandatory, commissioning an asbestos survey can offer...

Should you have an asbestos survey before buying a property?

If you are buying a property it is natural to want to gather as much information as possible to ensure that you are making an informed decision. Almost all homebuyers will invest in a survey of the property to make sure that it is free from underlying issues and...

Are asbestos surveys a legal requirement?

Asbestos surveys provide an extremely important function for both residential and commercial properties – but we are often asked whether they are actually a legal requirement. Asbestos surveys in of themselves are not a specific legal requirement, however, in many...

Do I need an asbestos survey before buying a flat?

If you are buying a new home you will be faced with a number of options regarding surveys on the property. Standard home buying surveys carried out by surveyors are an important part of the purchasing process, but they won’t always tell the whole story. Typically,...