FAQs
We’ve collated our most frequently asked questions to give you more information about asbestos and the services we offer here at Asbestos Gone.
You can also find more information on asbestos and related topics via our news page but if you have any questions that you can’t find the answer to, please feel free to contact us directly.
We’ve collated our most frequently asked questions to give you more information about asbestos and the services we offer here at Asbestos Gone.
You can also find more information on asbestos and related topics via our news page but if you have any questions that you can’t find the answer to, please feel free to contact us directly.
You can also find more information on asbestos and related topics via our news page but if you have any questions that you can’t find the answer to, please feel free to contact us directly.
Asbestos Questions
What Is Asbestos?
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that has been widely used in construction and other industries due to its heat-resistant and insulating properties. It is made up of tiny fibres that can become airborne when disturbed, and when inhaled can cause serious health problems, including lung cancer and mesothelioma. The use of asbestos has been banned in the UK since 1999.
What Does Asbestos Look Like?
Asbestos can be found in a variety of products, such as insulation, roofing materials, and flooring tiles. Asbestos-containing materials may look similar to non-asbestos materials, which can make it difficult to identify asbestos visually. However, if you suspect that a material may contain asbestos, it is crucial to have it surveyed and removed by a trained professional. Never attempt to remove or handle suspected asbestos-containing materials on your own.
Does Asbestos Smell?
Asbestos itself does not have a distinctive odour, and it cannot be detected by smell. This can make it difficult to identify asbestos-containing materials by using your senses alone.
Does Artex Contains Asbestos
Artex is a textured coating that has been used on walls and ceilings for decorative purposes, and was commonly used in the UK from the 1960s until the 1990s. During this time, some Artex products may have been enhanced with asbestos to increase its strength and durability.
Asbestos Survey
How To Identify Asbestos?
Identifying asbestos can be challenging, as it was commonly used in a wide range of building materials, and it cannot be identified by sight or smell. That’s why you should always hire a professional who can conduct an asbestos survey.
What Is An Asbestos Survey?
Asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) are still present throughout properties in the UK, and our asbestos surveys will enable you to know which ACMs are present in your building and what you need to do to create an effective asbestos management plan.
How Do You Know If You’ve Found Asbestos?
Once a popular building material, asbestos is lurking in properties up and down the country, but in all likelihood, you won't know it's there. It's hard to identify, and in some cases, it's actually just one component that was used to make something else. If you think you've found asbestos, then no doubt, you're wondering what to do next.
The only way to know for sure if what you've found is asbestos is to have a sample of the material tested, and this can be arranged by an asbestos removal specialist like ourselves.
The only way to know for sure if what you've found is asbestos is to have a sample of the material tested, and this can be arranged by an asbestos removal specialist like ourselves.
How Much Does An Asbestos Survey Cost?
Every situation is different and so the cost of an asbestos survey will vary case by case. If you think you require an asbestos survey, a member of our team can provide you with a FREE, no-obligation quotation for your project. To arrange, get in contact today.
Asbestos Removal
Do I Need To Remove Asbestos From My House?
There are still thousands of dormant asbestos fixtures in buildings all around the UK. All it takes is one tiny physical disturbance contaminating the area with these deadly fibres, so it’s vital that asbestos is removed from your home.
If you are unsure whether you have asbestos in your home, we urge you to stay on the side of caution and call us today for peace of mind.
If you are unsure whether you have asbestos in your home, we urge you to stay on the side of caution and call us today for peace of mind.
How Can I Remove Asbestos?
If you think you’ve found asbestos and you’re unsure what to do next, do not attempt to remove or repair it yourself. Due to the dangerous nature of the material, it’s vital that you contact a licensed professional with the right training and equipment to do the job safely.
At Asbestos Gone, our specialists are accredited by the industry’s highest awarding bodies for property assessment, surveys, and removal and disposal of asbestos.
At Asbestos Gone, our specialists are accredited by the industry’s highest awarding bodies for property assessment, surveys, and removal and disposal of asbestos.
Is Asbestos Removal Covered By home insurance?
Typically, you won’t find that your home insurance policy will cover asbestos removals. However, every policy is different, so it is best to check the terms and conditions of your specific policy.
In some cases, your policy could cover any damage to your home caused by asbestos. For example, if it has been disturbed or is deteriorating, posing a health concern.
In some cases, your policy could cover any damage to your home caused by asbestos. For example, if it has been disturbed or is deteriorating, posing a health concern.
Do I Need An Asbestos Survey To Demolish A Building?
Whether you are about to demolish or refurbish a property, do not proceed without having a demolition asbestos survey conducted on your property.
At Asbestos Gone, we are fully licensed and can provide a complete asbestos survey for demolition sites.
At Asbestos Gone, we are fully licensed and can provide a complete asbestos survey for demolition sites.
Do You Need A Licence For Asbestos Removal?
Despite there being clear guidelines for the removal of asbestos in the UK, the Health and Safety Executive frequently reports on asbestos removal companies that fail to remove asbestos from contaminated premises following the correct safety procedures.
Asbestos Gone is a fully licensed asbestos removal company, qualified to undertake all types of asbestos-related work and practised at removing asbestos found during home improvements.
Asbestos Gone is a fully licensed asbestos removal company, qualified to undertake all types of asbestos-related work and practised at removing asbestos found during home improvements.