asbestos education.
Where asbestos lives
Asbestos is often hidden in plain sight, and many people remain unaware of where it can be found in their properties. From industrial sites to residential homes, asbestos can lurk in unexpected places, posing serious health risks if disturbed. Identifying its location is vital to prevent exposure and contamination, which can lead to significant health and financial consequences.
Take a look through our images to better understand where asbestos might be hiding. If you’re unsure about its presence in your property, don’t take any risks—reach out to us for expert advice and support.
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Industrial Property
Where asbestos Hides
Inside
- A. Asbestos rope seals, gaskets and paper
- B. Toilet cistern
- C. Textured decorating coatings on walls and ceilings, for example Artex
- D. Asbestos insulating board (AIB) panels in fire doors
- E. AIB partition walls
- F. Asbestos cement water tank
- G. Asbestos flash guards in a fuse box
- H. Vinyl floor tiles backed with asbestos paper and bitumen adhesive
- I. Lagging on boilers and pipes
- J. Loose fill insulation
- K. AIB ceiling tiles
- L. Sprayed coatings on ceilings, walls, beams and columns
- M. AIB around boilers
Outside
- 1. Profiled asbestos cement roof
- 2. Asbestos cement pipe
- 3. AIB or asbestos cement soffits and fascia's
- 4. Asbestos cement panels
- 5. Asbestos cement gutters and downpipes
Residential Property
Where asbestos Hides
Inside
- A. Asbestos insulating board (AIB) around boiler
- B. Toilet cistern
- C. Vinyl floor tiles backed with asbestos paper and bitumen adhesive
- D. AIB or asbestos cement bath panels
- E. AIB ceiling tiles
- F. AIB airing cupboard and/or sprayed insulation coating boiler
- G. Pipe lagging
- H. AIB partition wall
- I. Asbestos cement water tank
- J. AIB behind fuse box
- K. Textured decorative coating, for example Artex
- L. Loose fill insulation
- M. AIB behind fire
- N. AIB or asbestos cement interior window panel
Outside
- 1. AIB or asbestos cement soffits and fascias
- 2. Roofing felt
- 3. Asbestos cement roof tiles/slates
- 4. Asbestos cement panels
- 5. Profiled asbestos cement sheeting
- 6. AIB or asbestos cement exterior window panel
- 7. Gutters and asbestos cement downpipes
Where is asbestos commonly found in properties?
Asbestos can be found in areas such as roofs, insulation, pipe lagging, floor tiles, and textured coatings in both industrial and residential properties.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
The only way to confirm the presence of asbestos is through a professional survey. Our team can assess your property and provide a detailed report.
What should I do if I suspect asbestos has been disturbed?
If you believe asbestos has been disturbed, stop work immediately, avoid the area, and contact a professional like MD Environmental to assess and safely manage the situation.
Can asbestos be safely removed from my property?
Yes, our experienced team provides safe and compliant asbestos removal services for all types of properties, ensuring minimal risk and full regulatory compliance.
Why is it important to identify asbestos in my property?
Identifying asbestos is essential to prevent accidental exposure, protect health, and ensure safety during renovations, maintenance, or demolitions.
