Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was widely used in building materials in the UK between the 1950s and the 1980s. It was valued for its fire-resistant qualities and was used in everything from roofing felt and floor tiles to insulation and pipe lagging. Unfortunately, prolonged exposure to asbestos fibers can cause serious health problems, including lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis.

Even if your property was built after the 1980s, it's still possible that some materials used in construction may contain asbestos. That's why it's important to have your property tested by a reliable asbestos testing company like Affordable Asbestos Removal Devon.