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.