Are you considering selling your property in Glasgow? With house prices looking to shoot up in 2022 in Glasgow, it’s crucial that you fully understand the implications of having asbestos in your property. What is asbestos? Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibrous material that is resistant to fire and heat. Asbestos is a natural mineral that […]
Read moreIs There Asbestos in That Old Floor Tile?
You’ve just moved into your dream antique house, and now it’s time to tackle all of the renovations that need to be completed in order to bring it up to date. One of the first chores new owners of older houses undertake is to replace the flooring throughout the house. It’s very simple to locate […]
Read moreInspection Of A Home For Mold, Asbestos, And Water Damage
On a daily basis, homes are purchased and sold, and in the majority of cases, home inspections are done. They’re a wonderful method to find out whether your house has any flaws that you should be aware of, and we strongly suggest them. Mold, asbestos, and even water damage are all typical issues discovered during […]
Read moreWhat Does It Cost To Conduct An Asbestos Survey?
If you believe there may be asbestos in your building, the first step is to schedule an asbestos inspection. Asbestos surveys are an important part of any asbestos management procedure, and several specialised companies, including us, provide this service. However, you might be curious about the average cost of an asbestos survey. Because there are […]
Read moreAsbestos Can Be Found in 3 Unexpected Places You Might Not Expect It
In the Scotland, asbestos usage is strictly controlled, but it has not been outlawed. Numerous goods, the vast majority of which are building materials, can contain asbestos. Although asbestos is commonly discovered in homes, did you realise that it may also be found in a variety of other places? Churches Acoustical and fire-resistance materials such […]
Read moreIs It Possible to See Asbestos in My Drywall?
The small fibres in the drywall and other areas of your house are invisible to the naked eye unless your home or company has been thoroughly tested for asbestos exposure. Except when disturbed by an external force, asbestos fibres can disintegrate into minute microscopic particles that can be breathed, causing significant sickness and/or life-threatening malignancies […]
Read moreWhat does the term “asbestos encapsulation” refer to?
Are you unsure what the term encapsulation refers to? It’s a phrase that refers to the application of an impermeable substance to an asbestos-containing material (ACM) in order to prevent asbestos fibres from being released. Definition “Encapsulation can be described as the application of an impervious material that is fastened over or around an ACM […]
Read moreWhat is an Asbestos Management Plan, and what does it entail?
An asbestos management plan is a handwritten or computer-typed document that specifies who is accountable for asbestos management in a commercial or public facility. It is critical that the asbestos management plan is available to anyone who may need to see it, including staff, visitors, and tradespeople, regardless of the medium used, whether handwritten or […]
Read moreAlternatives to Asbestos Removal: We Don’t Recommend Them
Asbestos in your house, business, or building may be a silent intruder. Although living or working in an environment containing intact asbestos isn’t always a health concern, it’s crucial to remember that most people who develop asbestos-related significant health issues have been exposed to the substance for a long time. Asbestos may be found in […]
Read moreDoes insurance cover asbestos removal?
There is no more depressing sensation for a homeowner than discovering asbestos in their home. For approximately 50 years, asbestos was a highly common substance used in homebuilding, whether it was in floor tile, insulation, wallboard, or pipes. If you live in a house constructed between the 1930s and the early 1980s, you’re likely to […]
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