Asbestos testing is the process of taking samples of materials suspected to contain asbestos and analyzing them in a laboratory to determine if they do indeed contain asbestos fibers. This is important because asbestos-containing materials pose a health risk to people who come into contact with them.

In the UK, asbestos was commonly used in construction materials until it was banned in 1999. However, many buildings built before this time still contain asbestos materials. Asbestos fibers are not visible to the naked eye and can only be detected through testing. That's why it's important to ensure that your property is tested for asbestos to ensure the safety of your family, employees or tenants.