Most people know about the dangers of asbestos these days. If you’re exposed to a high dose of asbestos or are exposed to it over a long period of time, it can lead to serious respiratory problems and even lung cancer.<\/p>\n
If you’re worried that you might have asbestos in your home, there are a few signs that you can watch out for or consider to help you decide whether there is a risk to your health. But all in all, you need to have a proper survey to know for sure.<\/p>\n
There are three main things you can do or think about to tell whether you need to call in a professional.<\/p>\n
If your home was built before 2000, it’s very likely that it was insulated with asbestos.<\/p>\n
The substance wasn’t banned until 1999, so any homes built before then are at risk, but those built between 1950 and the late-1990s are most likely to have it.<\/p>\n
The fibres start to degrade over time, so the longer it is present in your house the more dangerous it becomes. The fibres are also released into the air when it is disturbed, so if you have had any renovation work done at the property it could have increased your chance of exposure.<\/p>\n