Asbestos is a group of six naturally occurring fibrous minerals that were widely used in the construction industry because of their strength, durability, and resistance to high temperatures and fire. The six types of asbestos are:

1. Crocidolite (blue asbestos)
2. Amosite (brown asbestos)
3. Chrysotile (white asbestos)
4. Anthophyllite
5. Tremolite
6. Actinolite

Only Chrysotile, Amosite and Crocidolite were commonly used in building materials, however now theyre all banned.

Exposure to asbestos is known to cause serious health problems, including asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. These diseases can take decades to develop, and there is no cure. The best way to protect yourself and your family from asbestos-related illnesses is to have the material removed from your property by a professional asbestos removal company like Affordable Asbestos Removal Hampshire.