This information is based on a government leaflet 'Asbestos in the Home' published in 2001 and addresses concerns and questions about asbestos in homes. It explains what it is, where it is found, why it might be a problem and how to deal with it. If you have any concerns from reading this, please call our Property Services department on 01803 696 123.
Asbestos fibres are strong and resistant to heat and chemicals. This has led to their use in a wide range of building materials and products, often as fireproofing. Properties built since the mid-1980s are very unlikely to contain asbestos in the fabric of the building. Properties built after 1990 are extremely unlikely to contain asbestos anywhere in the building. Asbestos cement has been widely used as a cladding material and can still be found in garages and sheds.
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