Special precautions need to be taken by anyone needing to disturb any asbestos.

There are strict regulations in place for a very good reason and ensuring you and your family or employees are safe is our ultimate goal.

Some people have developed asbestos-related lung disease, such as asbestosis, lung cancer or mesothelioma after inhaling asbestos fibres.  These diseases are generally associated with long-term exposure to asbestos in an occupational setting however, we are now seeing the home renovator also contracting these diseases from being exposed to the dangerous fibres whilst renovating there home.  These cases are generally with people that renovate and sell, renovate and sell, renovate and sell and they have been exposed on more than one house.

There is no documented data to indicate the level of exposure that may cause these health effects therefore, exposure to asbestos fibres or dust should always be kept to a minimum.

What should I do if I find asbestos in my home?
The first thing you need to do is identify it is damaged, if yes, contact us.  If no, assess the risk.  Are you going to be disturbing it through renovation of any kind that involves breaking or damaging the sheets in any way? If yes, contact us.  If no, it can remain if sealed.

If you are paying a Contractor to do the renovation, they need to have an asbestos license.  A Contractor can only remove up to 10m² in any one calendar month without a license.

If you are renovating yourself you can remove up to 100m² yourself however, you still need to follow all of the Occupational Health & Safety Regulations.  We can provide you with an Asbestos Removal Safety Kit which will assist you to remove it safely.  Click Here if you would like more information about our kits.

You can get someone else to help you.  As long as you are not paying them, you meet the criteria.