Asbestos is a natural mineral that was widely used in building materials across the UK. If your home was built before 2000, there’s a chance it may contain asbestos.
Asbestos is only a risk if the materials containing it are damaged or disturbed, as this can release fibres into the air. Breathing in these fibres over a long period could lead to asbestos-related health conditions, but this typically requires prolonged exposure to high levels of asbestos.
Asbestos may be present in various areas of a home, including:
- Roofs
- Claddings
- Soffits
- Window sills
- Bath panels
- Chimneys/flues
- Water tanks
- Floor tiles
- Textured coatings (Artex or similar)
- Carrying out regular asbestos surveys in communal areas
- Keeping a record of any asbestos found in our properties to monitor its condition
- Removing asbestos only when necessary, as asbestos in good condition does not pose a risk
- Ensuring any asbestos removal is carried out by specialist contractors, following safety regulations
- We carry out asbestos surveys in your home when necessary, either due to concerns you've raised or before planned repairs and maintenance. This may cause a delay while we ensure everything is safe.
- If asbestos-containing materials are in good condition, they are unlikely to release fibres and do not need to be removed
- If you suspect asbestos in your home, there is no need to worry unless it is damaged or disturbed
- Avoid drilling, cutting, sanding, or otherwise damaging materials that may contain asbestos
- If you notice any damage to materials that you think may contain asbestos, contact us immediately so we can assess the situation
- If you plan to carry out DIY work check with us first
- Never try to remove asbestos yourself, only trained specialists should handle it safely
If you have concerns about asbestos in your home, get in touch with us.
If you have concerns about asbestos in your home, get in touch with us.
