Asbestos testing is the process of checking for the presence of asbestos in building materials. This is important because if asbestos is present, there is a risk of exposure to asbestos fibres, which can become lodged in the lungs and cause several severe health issues, such as asbestosis, mesothelioma, and lung cancer. Asbestos was widely used in construction materials before it was banned in the UK, and many buildings constructed before 2000 are likely to contain asbestos.

It is not always possible to tell whether a material contains asbestos just by looking at it. Asbestos fibres are microscopic and cannot be seen with the naked eye. Therefore, it is essential to make sure that any building constructed before 2000 is tested by an experienced asbestos testing company.