Asbestos was once commonly used in building materials due to its fire-resistant properties. However, it was soon discovered that exposure to asbestos fibers can cause serious health issues including lung cancer, asbestosis, and mesothelioma.

If your property was built before 2000, it may contain asbestos. During the construction boom of the 1960s and 1970s, asbestos was frequently used in roof tiles, insulation materials, and cement products. Even more recent renovations may have used materials containing asbestos due to the lack of proper regulations in the past.