Domestic Asbestos Removal

There are currently no regulations overseeing the management of asbestos in private dwellings.

Duty of care would however apply to contractors carrying out work in your home. This doesn’t make the risks with asbestos any less significant or mean that it wasn’t used in domestic properties.

It means that it’s up to you as a homeowner how you manage any suspected asbestos in your home.

Pipe lagging is one of the more hazardous materials found in a home, so we have written a guide to asbestos pipe lagging removal.

If you need help, use the form below to get in touch or give us a call

What is asbestos?

Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral which has a unique property to become fibrous once crushed. There are six forms of asbestos; however, only three were commonly used. These are Chrysotile – white asbestos, Amosite – brown asbestos and Crocidolite – blue asbestos.

If you want the background, we explain the properties of asbestos and why it was used so widely.

Why was asbestos used?

Asbestos was used extensively as a building material from the late 1800’s commercially and was also put into some domestic properties. Asbestos may be present in any home built or refurbished up to the year 2000.

Asbestos is typically found in floor tiles, textured coatings, soffits, integral garage ceilings, in detached garages and various other locations within a domestic property.

For the health risks behind all of this, see the main dangers of asbestos.

Get in touch to find out more about how we can help you with our Asbestos Solutions

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Should we be concerned?

Any asbestos containing materials can become cause for concern if they become damaged or deteriorate over time as the fibres can be released into the air. Long term exposure to asbestos fibres can cause long term damage and an increased risk of contracting an asbestos related disease, however, this is normally from industrial exposure whilst working with asbestos.

The HSE recommend that all exposure is reduced as far as possible, so knowing where asbestos is located within your property and keeping it in good condition is therefore important.

Choosing a contractor matters, so we have set out five reasons to use ARCA approved asbestos removal contractors.

Will we be exposed to asbestos?

The level of exposure to asbestos will depend on the condition of the asbestos in your home and the type of material it is found in. If the asbestos containing materials are in good condition and are in areas where they are unlikely to get damaged then the risk of exposure is low.

It is advisable however to take care when carrying out any works on your property and to avoid disturbing any materials you suspect may contain asbestos.

Where will I find it?

Cement, artex, floor tiles, lino, textiles, composites and insulation board are some of the more common materials that can be found in domestic properties; however, some more unusual built domestic properties can have insulation (lagging) particularly in a larger property with a cellar or basement. Other domestic properties which were situated near asbestos manufacturing plants may also have loose fill asbestos as it would have been very easy and cheap to obtain.

Asbestos cement

Is cement mixed with asbestos. It’s hard and grey and was used as large, corrugated sheets for roofs, for example for garages and sheds. It was also manufactured in a flat sheet and used as wall cladding for buildings such as detached garages, integral garage ceilings and sheds; and as boiler flues.

Textured coatings (Artex).

Hard, and may be white or painted over. Often used on ceilings or walls and can have a stippled type appearance.

Floor tiles and old lino

These could be located under a carpet.

Textiles

Made from asbestos may be found in fuse boxes, old fire blankets and even ironing boards.

Asbestos composites

Can be found as toilet cisterns, toilet seats, windowsills and bath panels.

Asbestos insulating board (AIB)

Similar in appearance to plasterboard, therefore hard to distinguish as a non-asbestos material.

Insulation

Made from asbestos is mostly found around heating systems and pipes. Fibres are easily released when disturbed.

Loose asbestos

In cavity walls, under floorboards and in the loft. It’s fluffy and may be blue-grey or white.

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   Shirley Dooley 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. From first contact to removal of my garage, exceptional service, thankyou to Darren and his team!!
  
 
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   Paul Stain 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Recently asked for a piece of torrazzo flooring to be tested for asbestos content.  Fast friendly and professional service was provided.  Really simple process to get a sample tested. Reasonable price for that peace of mind if you suspect something may contain asbestos. Highly recommend .
  
 
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   Andrew Lingham 
 
 
 
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   Bob Fozzco 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We can absolutely recommend this company and their meticulous work. They arrived exactly on time - dismantled the asbestos shed (see photos)and cleared it all thoroughly away - all within 2 hours. Highly delighted with the work which they carried out. (...And quite a lot cheaper than other competitors' quotes)
  
 
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   Allison Johnson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Efficient and careful. The garage was dismantled with minimum disruption. The team were suitably protected and care taken at all times.
  
 
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   Peter eyre 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service from the first phone call enquiry,  to completion of the removal of my asbestos garage.  The engineers work methodically and safely. Would highly recommend this service 👌
  
 
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   Kate Warner 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. approached 4 companies for quotes, midland asbestos were the only ones who would come and and look at the job properly to give a proper quote. arrived on time, skip arranged and arrivednun advance for non asbestos products, workmen were friendly, punctual, clean and tidy and did a wonderful job.