{"id":509,"date":"2017-05-09T10:56:35","date_gmt":"2017-05-09T09:56:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/advice.quotatis.co.uk\/?post_type=project_page&p=509"},"modified":"2017-11-27T16:31:39","modified_gmt":"2017-11-27T16:31:39","slug":"asbestos-removal","status":"publish","type":"project_page","link":"https:\/\/www.local-quotes.co.uk\/advice\/guide\/asbestos\/asbestos-removal\/","title":{"rendered":"Asbestos Removal"},"content":{"rendered":"

Asbestos is a naturally occurring substance that was used in the building trade for lots of different things. It has now been found to be harmful, so many homes and commercial properties are having it removed. A qualified company can do this safely for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Asbestos is a naturally occurring substance that was used in the building trade for lots of different things. It has now been found to be harmful, so many homes and commercial properties are having it removed. A qualified company can do this safely for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":515,"parent":0,"template":"","meta":[],"tags":[],"tax_works":[16],"class_list":["post-509","project_page","type-project_page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","tax_works-asbestos"],"acf":{"testimonials":false,"inspirations":false,"faq":[508,511,512,513],"quote_link":"https:\/\/www.quotatis.co.uk\/quotes.html?keyword=asbestos&sqn=115897&spn=810","project_page_element_title":"Places you may find asbestos","project_page_elements":[{"element_label":"Guttering","link_to_element_post":{"ID":556,"post_author":"10","post_date":"2017-05-10 16:25:49","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-10 15:25:49","post_content":"If your home was built before 2000, there\u2019s a chance that you might have asbestos guttering. Lots of people have heard of asbestos but are unsure about what asbestos guttering is and what to do if they find out that they have it fitted on their property.\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re in the same boat, we\u2019re here to help. Read on to learn more about asbestos guttering and whether to get it removed.\r\n\r\n

What is asbestos?<\/h3>\r\nAsbestos is a natural material. It consists of lots of tiny fibres that are very small and strong. Asbestos started to be used as a construction material in the UK in the 1930s as it\u2019s fire-resistant and a good insulator. However, it was later discovered that it could cause fatal respiratory diseases if breathed in. Its use was outlawed in the UK in 1999.\r\n\r\nBecause lots of houses in the UK today were built between 1930 and 1999, it\u2019s a common occurrence to find asbestos in domestic properties. It isn\u2019t harmful if it\u2019s in good condition \u2013 only damaged or broken asbestos can release fibres that cause serious illness if breathed in. However, this is a risk that many don\u2019t want to take and lots of people get asbestos removed from their home as soon as they find it.\r\n\r\n

What is asbestos guttering?<\/h3>\r\nAsbestos guttering is guttering made from cement that contains asbestos. It was mixed into cement to make it stronger. Asbestos guttering is usually about 10-15% asbestos.\r\n\r\nThe type of asbestos that is usually used in cement guttering is called chrysotile. This is commonly known as white asbestos. It is a greyish white colour and has a strong but flexible structure.\r\n\r\n

Should I get asbestos guttering removed?<\/h3>\r\nGuttering with asbestos in isn\u2019t dangerous in itself so if you have it on or near your home, don\u2019t panic. However, it can be hazardous if it\u2019s worn or damaged. \r\n\r\nCleaning asbestos guttering can be dangerous as it is very fragile. Instead of using pressure washing or dry scraping, it should be cleaned using biocides or remote cleaning.\r\n\r\nAs cleaning and working around asbestos guttering can be hazardous, many people choose to get it removed as soon as they find it. This can be a dangerous job and should only be carried out by professionals.\r\n\r\nIf you have asbestos guttering that you want removing, make sure you get quotes from several contractors. This will help you to get the best service for the right price.","post_title":"Why You Should Consider Getting Your Asbestos Guttering Removed","post_excerpt":"Asbestos can be found in lots of places, including roofing, insulation and guttering. It can be very dangerous and often needs removing.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"consider-getting-asbestos-guttering-removed","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2017-05-10 16:25:49","post_modified_gmt":"2017-05-10 15:25:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/advice.quotatis.co.uk\/?post_type=project_page_element&p=556","menu_order":0,"post_type":"project_page_element","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}},{"element_label":"Garage Roofs","link_to_element_post":{"ID":565,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2017-05-11 15:30:36","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-11 14:30:36","post_content":"If your garage is between 30 and 60 years old, it's likely that you have an asbestos garage roof. But don't panic - there is no need to worry about causing harm to yourself or your family if the roof is not damaged.\r\n\r\nAsbestos is only harmful you disturb it and it releases spores into the air. So if you don't need to move the roof, it may be worth leaving it alone.\r\n\r\nBut when should you remove your asbestos garage roof? Take a look at our points below to see when it's important to remove asbestos from your property.\r\n

When your asbestos garage roof is damaged<\/h3>\r\nIf your garage roof is intact, there is no risk to your health from asbestos. It is only when you disturb or damage asbestos that it releases spores. This is when they are dangerous as you can breathe in the spores, causing cancer and other asbestos-related lung problems.\r\n

If you're going to demolish your garage<\/h3>\r\nSince demolishing the garage will disturb your asbestos garage roof, you should remove it before you knock the garage down. This will prevent any risk to you or your family.\r\n

If you need to walk over your garage roof<\/h3>\r\nIf for whatever reason your garage roof needs to bear weight, you'll need a different roof. According to the Health and Safety Executive<\/a>, asbestos cement garage roofs are never weight bearing. \u00a0That means you should avoid standing on your garage roof to stop potentially fatal spores from releasing into the air if it cracks under your weight.\r\n\r\nAlthough you can remove an asbestos garage roof yourself, it is a much better idea to get a professional company to do it. They will know all the current regulations and have all the equipment to keep themselves safe while they are doing the job, and ensure that they clear up before they leave.\r\n\r\nIf you're not sure whether your garage roof is an asbestos cement roof, ask an asbestos testing company to\u00a0test it. We can put you in touch with up to 4 companies who will give you a quote.","post_title":"Why it's Time to Remove your Asbestos Garage Roof","post_excerpt":"Asbestos cement garage roofs are common as it was used a lot between the 1960s and 1990s. It's not harmful as long as the roof is not disturbed, but you should get it removed professionally if it is damaged.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"time-remove-asbestos-garage-roof","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2017-05-11 15:36:15","post_modified_gmt":"2017-05-11 14:36:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/advice.quotatis.co.uk\/?post_type=project_page_element&p=565","menu_order":0,"post_type":"project_page_element","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}},{"element_label":"Ceiling Tiles","link_to_element_post":{"ID":574,"post_author":"10","post_date":"2017-05-12 14:09:39","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-12 13:09:39","post_content":"If your property is between 20 and 80 years old, the chances are that it might contain asbestos ceiling tiles. This is most likely to be in your kitchen, but could be in other areas of your home.\r\n\r\nThere has been lots of publicity about the dangers of asbestos over the last 20 years. But many people are unsure about how to tell if they have asbestos ceiling tiles and what to do about them.\r\n\r\n

What is asbestos?<\/h3>\r\nAsbestos is a natural material. It was used in property construction a lot between the 1930s and 1990s, particularly in ceiling tiles. This was generally because it\u2019s a very strong material that is fire resistant and a good insulator. However, it was later discovered that asbestos can be an extremely serious health hazard. It\u2019s made up of lots of tiny fibres which, if breathed in, can cause fatal respiratory illnesses and diseases. Because of this the UK government outlawed asbestos use in ceiling tiles and other materials in 1999.\r\n\r\n

Could I have asbestos ceiling tiles in my home?<\/h3>\r\nLots of houses in the UK were built when asbestos was a popular construction material. So it\u2019s fairly usual to find asbestos ceiling tiles in your home if it\u2019s around 20-80 years old.\r\n\r\nAsbestos tiles usually have either chrysotile or amosite in them. These are also known as white asbestos and brown asbestos. It\u2019s very difficult to work out if ceiling tiles have asbestos in, so if you\u2019re concerned it\u2019s best to ask a professional asbestos tester to come and do a survey.\r\n\r\n

Should I get asbestos ceiling tiles removed?<\/h3>\r\nAsbestos ceiling tiles aren\u2019t dangerous if they\u2019re in good condition. But if they\u2019re cracked or have deteriorated then they need removing. Damaged ceiling tiles can leak asbestos fibres, which could get into people\u2019s lungs and cause serious illnesses. You should also get asbestos ceiling tiles removed if you\u2019re planning to do any renovation or construction work. This is because these kinds of work could damage or dislodge them.\r\n\r\nIf you decide to get your asbestos ceiling tiles removed, it\u2019s best to hire a professional to do it. Asbestos removal can be dangerous and there are certain safety procedures that you need to follow. A professional will be able to remove your asbestos ceiling tiles safely and efficiently.","post_title":"Asbestos Ceiling Tiles and When You Should Remove Them","post_excerpt":"Asbestos is a natural material that you might find in your ceiling tiles. Damaged or deteriorating asbestos ceiling tiles are a health hazard and should be removed.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"asbestos-ceiling-tiles-when-should-remove-them","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2017-05-12 14:09:39","post_modified_gmt":"2017-05-12 13:09:39","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/advice.quotatis.co.uk\/?post_type=project_page_element&p=574","menu_order":0,"post_type":"project_page_element","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}}],"standard_and_laws":[{"standard_and_laws_link":{"ID":567,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2017-05-12 09:54:06","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-12 08:54:06","post_content":"Asbestos removal is subject to many legal regulations. These are set out in the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. These regulations protect members of the public as well as contractors. Asbestos is a dangerous material, and you should always take care if you suspect asbestos is present in your property. Asbestos in properties is usually found in asbestos containing materials (ACMs). Read on to find out about how the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 apply to asbestos removal.\r\n

Regulations for asbestos removal<\/h3>\r\nThe requirements for asbestos removal are the same for domestic and non-domestic properties. If asbestos spores are likely to get\u00a0into the air either by building work or normal use of the building, you must remove it. Asbestos can remain in place if it is in good condition and the normal operation of the building is not likely to damage it. Another option is to make the asbestos safe by covering it to prevent any spores releasing\u00a0into the air.\u00a0 You should also note the location of any asbestos left in properties and ensure that you retain this information.\r\n

Licensed contractors and notifiable work<\/h3>\r\nThere are different classes of asbestos work and each has different legal requirements that govern who can carry out the work. Accurate risk assessment is a vital part of determining which class asbestos work falls under. The risk varies depending on the possibility of asbestos spores being in the air. Therefore, work with a longer duration carries an increased risk. All work with asbestos must be carried out in line with relevant health and safety practices and have proper safety controls in place to protect the public.\r\n

Licensable work<\/h3>\r\n