Asbestos is a harmful substance that was commonly used in building materials until the 1980s. It was used in insulation, ceiling tiles, flooring, roofing materials, and many other products. Asbestos was popular because it is fire-resistant, durable, and inexpensive. However, it was discovered that inhaling asbestos fibers can cause serious health problems such as mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis.

If you are living in a property built before the 1980s, you may have asbestos in your building materials. Asbestos becomes dangerous when it starts to break down and release fibers into the air. These fibers can cause serious health risks when inhaled. Asbestos abatement is the process of removing or encapsulating asbestos-containing materials to prevent airborne fibers from being released.