Asbestos is a mineral that was commonly used in the construction industry before it was banned in the UK in 1999. While asbestos is no longer used in building materials, many older buildings and homes that were constructed before this time may still contain asbestos. Disturbing or damaging asbestos-containing materials can release toxic fibers that can cause serious illnesses to those who are exposed.

Asbestos can be found in many parts of older buildings, including roof tiles, insulation, floor tiles, pipe lagging, and many other materials. Because asbestos fibers are microscopic and invisible, it's impossible to tell if a material contains asbestos just by looking at it. This is why asbestos testing is essential.

Asbestos testing involves taking samples of suspect material and sending it to a laboratory for analysis. If the material contains asbestos, it needs to be handled and disposed of with care by a licensed asbestos removal company like Affordable Asbestos Removal Devon.