An old garage roof can sometimes contain asbestos cement, but age and appearance alone are not enough to confirm it. This guide explains what to look for, when testing makes sense and what to do next before replacement work starts.
Old floor tiles can sometimes contain asbestos, but age and appearance alone are not enough to confirm it. Here’s how to approach them sensibly before you start lifting.
If an ageing garage roof may contain asbestos, the safest approach is to stop, avoid disturbing it and work out whether testing, removal, collection or disposal is the right next step before replacement begins.
If you have found a material that might contain asbestos, the next step is not always removal. In many cases, the right answer depends on the material’s condition, whether it has been disturbed and what work you plan to do next.
If asbestos waste has already been removed, the priority is to keep it contained, undisturbed and clearly separate until it can be collected and disposed of properly. This checklist covers the sensible steps to take while you wait.
If you have found a suspicious material in the loft, the safest approach is to stop, avoid disturbing it and get the right advice before any work begins.
