Thorough Testing Process

We follow a thorough testing process to ensure accurate results. Our process includes taking samples from the potentially asbestos-containing materials, analyzing them in our UKAS-accredited laboratory and providing you with a detailed report.

What is Asbestos?

Asbestos refers to a group of six naturally occurring fibrous minerals that were commonly used in construction materials before it was discovered to be a hazardous substance. These minerals include:

• Amosite
• Tremolite
• Chrysotile
• Crocidolite
• Anthophyllite
• Actinolite

Asbestos was widely used in building materials such as insulation, roofing, flooring, and pipes until the late 1990s, when its use was banned in the UK. However, many structures still contain asbestos, which could pose serious health risks if not identified and removed properly.

Why is Asbestos Testing Important?

Asbestos is hazardous when it is in the form of tiny airborne fibers that can be inhaled into the lungs. Once these fibers enter the body, they can cause a range of serious health issues decades later, including but not limited to asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma.

Asbestos testing is important in identifying whether the materials used in construction contain asbestos so that necessary safety measures can be put in place to prevent exposure to the substance.

Our Asbestos Testing Services in Upton

We offer a range of asbestos testing services in Upton, including: