Asbestos was widely used in building materials in the UK until the 1980s when it was discovered that exposure to asbestos can cause serious health problems. As a result, it was banned in the UK in 1999. However, many buildings constructed before this time still contain asbestos, meaning that a considerable number of people may be at risk of exposure to the material.

The only way to determine if materials contain asbestos is through professional testing. Testing involves taking a small sample of the suspected material and analysing it in a specialist laboratory. The tests are highly accurate and can provide you with the information you need to make informed decisions about managing any asbestos in your building.