The Essential Guide to Asbestos Testing and Removal with GB Asbestos
Welcome to the official blog of GB Asbestos, your trusted experts in asbestos management. Today, we're addressing a topic of critical importance to both residential and commercial property owners: asbestos testing and removal. Understanding the risks associated with asbestos and ensuring safe removal practices are key to maintaining a healthy environment. Let’s dive into why asbestos testing and removal are crucial and how GB Asbestos provides unparalleled services in these areas. Understanding Asbestos: The Silent Hazard Asbestos, once a popular construction material due to its fire-resistant and insulating properties, has been found to be highly hazardous to human health. It is composed of natural mineral fibres that can become airborne and, when inhaled, cause serious diseases including asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. Due to these risks, it’s essential to address asbestos materials in any building constructed before the 1990s. Why Test for Asbestos? Testing for asbes...