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Category: Asbestos Survey

Interior view of unfinished brick wall and ceiling in a commercial building under inspection.

Is my landlord liable for asbestos exposure?

Nobody wants to think of their home as unsafe, especially tenants who rely on the word and good faith of their landlords in ticking the boxes laid out by building regulations and various health and safety checks. But when the worst happens, and you find out that you have been

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Close-up of asbestos fibers, illustrating one of the six types of asbestos

What are the differences between the 6 types of asbestos?

Despite the fact that it is a naturally occurring substance, asbestos is a highly hazardous material. It was widely used in the building sector from the 1950s through to the middle of the 1980s. Asbestos can also be found in any building that was built before the year 2000, such

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Worker handling a corrugated asbestos roof sheet with protective gloves

Who do the Control of Asbestos Regulations apply to?

Who do the Control of Asbestos Regulations apply to? Different people are affected by the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 at different periods. If you’re wondering when the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 apply to you, this article will help you figure out when it does. Explaining the Control of

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School classroom closed with caution tape due to asbestos management concerns

Asbestos Management in Schools

Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was used for years in construction due to its resistance to heat and chemicals. In 1994, asbestos was banned in the UK and is now classed as a class 1 carcinogen. Asbestos is likely to be found in older school buildings that were

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Worker in protective gear examining debris in a site with historical asbestos use

The History of Asbestos

If you asked random people about asbestos in the street, most of them would be able to tell you that asbestos is dangerous for your health. But other than that, not much is known about asbestos. Asbestos has a very long and interesting history worth learning about.  What is asbestos? 

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Bowling alley with pins and balls, an unusual place where asbestos may be found.

5 Unusual Places to Find Asbestos 

Asbestos can be found in property built or goods made before the year 2000. Often, we associate asbestos with being found in materials such as roofing and insulation boards. But due to the low-cost, chemical and heat-resistant, strengthening properties of asbestos it was used for a lot more than insulating

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Hand completing an asbestos management plan checklist with an image of corrugated asbestos roofing.

What is included in an Asbestos Survey

What is included in an Asbestos Survey . Asbestos surveys are a vital tool for those in construction and building management as well as a  variety of other industries. Asbestos surveys are required by law due to the high risks that  asbestos materials present in buildings. An asbestos survey will

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Team in protective suits conducting an asbestos survey on a residential roof.

When do I need an Asbestos Survey

When do I need an Asbestos Survey, For many buildings it is a legal requirement to conduct an asbestos survey, this means if you fail to comply, you could be breaking the law. The main objective of an asbestos survey is to identify if there is asbestos in the building

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Row of residential homes, addressing the steps to take if asbestos is found in a home.

What to Do If You Find Asbestos in Your Home

Asbestos is a material which was often used when building homes between the 1950s and 1990s. Therefore, if your house has been built during this time period there is a chance that asbestos is present. The problem with asbestos is that the material was deemed a health risk when damaged or

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Should You Have an Asbestos Survey When Buying a Property?

While buying a new property is exciting, there are some significant aspects to check out. This helps you know exactly what you are purchasing! One of the important questions to ask is whether or not the property is likely to contain asbestos.  Should You Get an Asbestos Survey When Buying

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Steven Hurst

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I set up SE Asbestos Surveys more than 20 years ago, and we’ve come a long way since then! Today, we are your go-to local business for everything asbestos-related and more. The best part? Our in-house team handles it all, allowing us to offer you unbeatable prices.

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