Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was widely used in construction, manufacturing and other industries from the 1950s to the late 1980s in the UK. It was popular for its resistance to heat, electricity and fire and was used to make a variety of products, including insulation, flooring, roofing, pipes, and textured paint, among others.

However, asbestos is not safe when it is disturbed or damaged. When materials containing asbestos are broken, cut, drilled or sawn, they release microscopic fibres that can be inhaled into the lungs, leading to serious health problems. Asbestos can also be found in soil, so it's important to have a professional test your soil before disturbing it.

At Affordable Asbestos Removal Hampshire, we understand that asbestos can be difficult to identify and that its presence can go unnoticed. That's why we recommend that you get your property regularly tested by professionals, especially if it was built or renovated before 2000.