Asbestos

What is it?

Asbestos is a material that was used in building homes until it was banned in 1999. If asbestos is disturbed it can pose a health risk to individuals.

The higher risk asbestos is usually found in external building components, and the lower risk material can be found in internal décor like kitchen floor tiles and Artex ceiling paint.

How do we monitor asbestos? 

1. We survey homes periodically to check on the asbestos.
2. We run an ‘air test’ to check those in the home have not been put at risk through exposure if there is a concern asbestos has been disturbed.
3. Each time a repair is carried out in your home we tell our contractor if we think there is asbestos so extra precautions can be made.
4. If you plan to undertake alterations in your home, it is really important that you contact us for permission. We will be able to advise you if there is asbestos in your home and whether it is safe to undertake the alterations.
5. Where materials that contain asbestos are to be removed, we will inform you of the material type, location, estimated duration of the removal and the degree of control required to safely remove it. We will also consult on the actual timing of the removal, which in some cases might prohibit your access to your home for safety reasons. If this is the case our surveyor will discuss our compensation arrangements with you.

If you want information about asbestos in your home, please contact us.