Asbestos Survey in Biggin Hill
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Asbestos Survey in Biggin Hill
A high percentage of UK homes built during the 20th century that are still in use today had asbestos-containing products like insulation and ceiling tiles installed in them. Considering that more than 90% of UK homes were built in the 20th century that means the number of asbestos-containing homes runs into the millions. If your home is more than 25 years old and you suspect it contains asbestos, call Asbestos Gone immediately and schedule an asbestos survey in Biggin Hill.
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Why Was Asbestos Installed in so Many UK Homes?
Asbestos has been known to humans for thousands of years and is appreciated for its robust fire resistance and its malleability. In the late 19th century asbestos mining and manufacturing took on an industrial scale. And it was then that the negative health effects started to manifest, first in asbestos miners.
The building industry, however, had a hit product on their hands and were not of a mind to admit it might be dangerous. So any health issues were conveniently swept under the rug while asbestos-containing products were installed in millions of UK homes.
While the UK government finally banned the use of asbestos in new construction in 1999 it was by then too late. And the job of removal was left to companies like Asbestos Gone.
The building industry, however, had a hit product on their hands and were not of a mind to admit it might be dangerous. So any health issues were conveniently swept under the rug while asbestos-containing products were installed in millions of UK homes.
While the UK government finally banned the use of asbestos in new construction in 1999 it was by then too late. And the job of removal was left to companies like Asbestos Gone.
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Why Removing Asbestos is So Important
The dangers of asbestos only manifest after many years when asbestos-containing products begin to break down, releasing the hazardous asbestos fibres. When breathed in over an extended period of time these fibres cause a variety of serious respiratory illnesses, including mesothelioma, a type of cancer that attacks the lining of the lungs. Because its dangers only manifest as products break down with age any asbestos in a home is likely more dangerous now than it was 20 years ago.
Can anyone remove asbestos?
No. UK law is clear that anyone removing asbestos must be licensed to do so. The team at Asbestos Gone are both licensed and insured for asbestos removal.
How much does an asbestos survey cost?
The cost typically runs between £150 and £260 depending on the size of the home.
Does an asbestos survey take a long time?
No. The survey is usually completed in 1 or 2 hours, again depending on the size of the house.
The dangers of asbestos only manifest after many years when asbestos-containing products begin to break down, releasing the hazardous asbestos fibres. When breathed in over an extended period of time these fibres cause a variety of serious respiratory illnesses, including mesothelioma, a type of cancer that attacks the lining of the lungs. Because its dangers only manifest as products break down with age any asbestos in a home is likely more dangerous now than it was 20 years ago.
Can anyone remove asbestos?
No. UK law is clear that anyone removing asbestos must be licensed to do so. The team at Asbestos Gone are both licensed and insured for asbestos removal.
How much does an asbestos survey cost?
The cost typically runs between £150 and £260 depending on the size of the home.
Does an asbestos survey take a long time?
No. The survey is usually completed in 1 or 2 hours, again depending on the size of the house.
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