Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring minerals composed of fine, fibrous crystals that were widely used in construction, insulation, and other industries until the mid-1980s. While asbestos is technically an excellent insulator, it also poses a serious health risk to humans, as inhaling its microscopic fibers can cause lung cancer, asbestosis, mesothelioma, and other fatal diseases with long latency periods.

Fortunately, the adverse health effects of asbestos can be avoided by properly abating, removing, and disposing of all asbestos-containing materials. The key is to hire a professional company like Affordable Asbestos Removal Hampshire that has the necessary expertise, equipment, and safety protocols to minimize the risk of asbestos exposure during all phases of the process.