What Should I do?
If you think that asbestos is present in your property, call the specialists.
It is important not to panic if you think that your home may contain asbestos; it is not a health risk until it starts to degrade or is disturbed. However, if there is deterioration or damage, or you plan to carry out any DIY or renovations, this is time to get in touch with the asbestos specialists, as this is when the risks become far greater.
All persons have a duty of care under the Health and Safety At Work Act 1974. However, please be aware that tradespeople working on your property may not know about the dangers of asbestos, or how best to safely handle it. It is always best to assume they don’t.
All individuals involved have the responsibility to limit others to the exposure of asbestos fibres, therefore it is vital to discuss any concerns that you may have, with all necessary parties, before any works start. If in doubt, Asbestos In Homes are always here to help advise you.
Stop, Think - Arrange A Test!
If you’re planning on carrying out any of the below tasks, it’s always best to check the materials involved first. Give Asbestos In Homes a quick call, so they can test whether it is safe to proceed.
Home Renovations?
Asbestos is most commonly disturbed during renovation works to property. Once materials are damaged during removal, asbestos fibres can be released into the air and inhaled by anyone in the vicinity. It is always wise to check that any unknown materials are tested before works commence.
Removing Floor Tiles?
Asbestos was commonly used in the manufacture of old vinyl floor tiles, as well as the adhesive underneath the tiles. When removing these tiles and adhesive, asbestos fibres can be released into the air and inhaled into the lungs. It is always worth checking the tiles and adhesive are tested and free of asbestos first.
Home DIY Projects?
Asbestos materials were used within the very fabric of homes and it’s not uncommon to find off cuts placed around window frames, doors and many other areas within the home. Cutting, drilling or disturbing these materials can release hazardous fibres, so it’s very important to locate any asbestos before you redecorate or carry out any DIY.
Have A Deteriorating Textured Coating Ceiling?
Are you planning on repairing or decorating a wall or ceiling which has a textured coating? Have you had a leak which has caused your ceiling decoration to deteriorate? The textured coating may contain asbestos fibres. A quick and simple sample by Asbestos In Homes, before you start the work, can quickly determine this.
Demolishing A Garage, Shed Or Outbuilding?
Possibly the most obvious use of asbestos can be found in the cement roofing sheets used on millions of garages, sheds and outbuildings across the UK. Many of these sheets have deteriorated or been damaged over the years, releasing hazardous fibres. Asbestos In Homes can arrange the safe and fully licensed removal and disposal of these roofs.
Removing An Old Water Storage Tank?
Another common use of asbestos was in the cement used in water storage tanks, often found in people’s lofts. There are strict guidelines and regulations for the removal and disposal of asbestos hazardous waste. Again, Asbestos In Homes can arrange the safe and fully licensed removal of any asbestos material for you.
Get It Tested - The quick and simple process
1. Contact Us.
Either call or email our friendly team and they will answer any questions you may have. Then if necessary they can arrange for a surveyor to visit to take a sample of the material.
2. Surveyor Visit.
One of our expert qualified surveyors will visit at a prearranged time and talk you through the quick and simple sample process, before carrying it out. The visit should take less than 30 minutes.
3. Sample Taking.
Our surveyor will always take the upmost care to reduce any damage when taking a sample of the suspect material. Appropriate safety precautions will always be taken to ensure your safety.
4. Sample Testing.
The sample will be sent special delivery that day, to a 3rd party specialist laboratory for testing. The results are usually sent back to us digitally within 24hrs.
5. Discuss Results & Options.
Once we receive the results a member of the team will be in contact with you to discuss them and what the potential necessary steps will be.
6. Safe Removal & Disposal.
If the result is positive and you would like our qualified team to safely remove and dispose of the hazardous material, then that’s exactly what we’ll do.
Simple.
In order to protect yourself and others around you, please call Asbestos In Homes
What If I Have Asbestos In My Home?
How to manage asbestos: Having asbestos doesn’t necessarily mean it immediately needs removing. Sometimes it is safer to leave asbestos in situ and create a managed environment; attempting to remove it incorrectly can cause a much greater risk. Whatever your situation, it is safest to talk to trained professionals like Asbestos in Homes, in order to work out the best option.
We will identify the material, evaluate the situation and then make the best informed decision on what to do next. If the asbestos is starting to degrade and causes a risk, then Asbestos in Homes can remove and dispose of it legally and safely. Talk to us for any more information.
What If I Disturb Asbestos?
Asbestos waste should only be handled by specialists and taken to a licensed disposal site.
It may be tempting to get asbestos out of your house as fast as possible, but using a domestic vacuum cleaner, dustbin or skip, only puts more people at risk. Having it removed correctly protects others from disturbing it in future and becoming exposed.
There are strict guidelines and regulations for asbestos removal and the hazardous waste disposal, it is important to leave it to the experts. All asbestos waste must be transported to licensed disposal sites in suitable containers that prevent the fibres from being released into the air. An environmental license to carry asbestos waste is also needed.
Asbestos In Homes will make the removal and disposal process quick and safe for everyone involved.
How can we help?
Asbestos may be present in any house or building built before the year 2000 as it was widely used in a variety of building materials. However, it can be very difficult to recognise, but Asbestos in Homes are experts at safely identifying and removing asbestos from your home. We make it our job to protect you and your family from the potential dangers. If you’re unsure at any time, get in touch and we can help put your mind at ease.
