Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring minerals that were commonly used in construction and manufacturing until the 1980s. The fibers from asbestos materials can cause serious health problems when inhaled, including lung cancer, asbestosis, and mesothelioma.

If your property was built before the 1980s, it is likely that it contains asbestos in some form. Asbestos was used in a wide range of building materials, including insulation, roofing, flooring, and pipes.