Asbestos was a popular construction material used in the past due to its heat-resistant and insulating properties. Unfortunately, it is also highly dangerous when its fibers are released into the air as they can cause serious diseases such as asbestosis, mesothelioma and lung cancer.

Prior to the 1990s, asbestos was used in a range of materials such as roofing, insulation, flooring, cement sheets, pipes and more. The material is still present in many commercial and residential buildings, posing a serious risk to individuals health.