Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was commonly used in the construction industry for insulation, roofing, and other applications due to its unique properties. Although asbestos is no longer used in new construction, many older properties still contain asbestos-containing materials (ACMs), which can be harmful to human health. When breathed in, asbestos fibers can cause a range of respiratory diseases, including asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma.

The only way to determine whether your property contains asbestos is to conduct an asbestos survey. This involves a thorough inspection of the building and sampling of any suspected ACMs, which are then analyzed in a laboratory for the presence of asbestos fibers.