Asbestos was commonly used in building materials such as floor tiles, insulation, cement, roofing, and paints from the 1940s to the late 1990s. The material was so widely used because it has excellent insulation, fire-resistant, and durability properties. However, once asbestos-containing products become damaged or disturbed, the fibers could become airborne and pose a significant risk to people's health.

Exposure to asbestos fibers can cause several respiratory diseases, which can take several years to show symptoms. The most common diseases associated with asbestos exposure include:

• Asbestosis: A chronic respiratory condition caused by asbestos exposure, resulting in scarring of lung tissue and difficulty breathing.
• Mesothelioma: A rare cancer that affects the lining of the lungs, abdomen, or heart.
• Lung cancer: Asbestos exposure can lead to lung cancer, which has symptoms similar to other types of lung cancer.

The only way to eliminate the risk of asbestos exposure in your property is by having an asbestos inspection and removal by a licensed and experienced asbestos removal company in Downderry, like Affordable Asbestos Removal Devon.