Asbestos is a hazardous material commonly used in construction materials between the 1950s and 1980s. It was used because of its strong, heat-resistant, and fire-resistant properties. Unfortunately, breathing in asbestos fibers can cause serious respiratory illnesses such as asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma.

The dangerous thing about asbestos is that it can't be seen by the naked eye, which means it can be present in your building without your knowledge. It's therefore important to have a proper survey conducted to determine if there is asbestos and what type of asbestos is present.