ASBESTOS IN GARAGES

Do you have a shed or garage that you are concerned could contain asbestos?  Asbestos was used in construction  until as recently as 1999, which means it remains present in a huge number of buildings across the UK.  However, asbestos is only ever likely to harm you or others around you if its fibres are disturbed. An asbestos survey can help you determine whether it’s present in your buildings.

Asbestos was one of the most commonly used materials to create garage roofs in the late 20th century. This was largely because of its strength and durability, however it started to fall out of favour in the 1980s and 1990s once more was learned about its dangers before it was finally banned as a construction material.

Three types of asbestos were typically used to produce garage roofs in the past; crocidolite, amosite, and chrysotile. Crocidolite is the most harmful of these with chrysolite being the least harmful and most commonly used, although it will still cause harm if the fibres are disturbed

If you do suspect that asbestos is present in your garage, the right thing to do is to ask a professional to check so you can be certain. However, there are a few tell-tale signs that you can look out for that could indicate you do have a problem with asbestos. Your garage is extremely unlikely to contain asbestos if it was built after 1999 but If your home was built before this date and you have corrugated cement roofing panels that are filled with lichen, there is a chance that asbestos could be present. Rightway Environmental can help you get the certainty you need.

The first step to tale is to book an asbestos survey. If asbestos is detected, we will provide you with a report and tell you what to do next. It is incredibly unwise to attempt to remove asbestos containing materials yourself as there is a high chance you could disturb the fibres. This job must be left to professionals so you can avoid putting yourself and others at risk.

Rightway Environmental have been a leading player in the asbestos management and removal industry for many years. We work with a wide range of residential, commercial, and public sector companies and you can expect to receive the greatest standard of customer service no matter how big or small the job is. We put our clients at the forefront of everything that we do and aim to keep stress to a minimum so you can get the outcome and peace of mind you need.

You can reach us today by completing the form on our site or by giving us a call on 01174 031620. Alternatively, you can send an email to enquiries@rightwayenvironmental.co.uk if you need help from an asbestos removal company.

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