All you Need to Know About Asbestos Water Tanks Asbestos – a very popular construction material back in the day –was used for the most part of the 20th century in many parts of the world, including the UK, for the construction of many residential and commercial buildings. It was used as reinforcement for cement,…
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What are the Different Types of Asbestos?
Asbestos has been used in the past in different types of building materials. They were in-demand due to their high insulating properties. However, a lot of research pointed out that exposure to the material resulted in cancer. As a result, they were banned in many countries around the world including the UK. Here we will…
What you Should Know About Mesothelioma Act 2014
Asbestos is classified as category 1 cancer causing substance. Around 5,000 deaths occur every year due to asbestos exposure in the UK. In order to help victims of asbestos related-disease, the government passed the Mesothelioma Act in 2014. Here we will take a look at some of the important provisions of the act, and also…
House Fires and Asbestos: What you Should Know
House fires can result in asbestos exposure. A large number of houses built before 2000 in the UK contain asbestos-containing materials (ACM). Exposure to asbestos can lead to serious health complications such lung cancer. That’s why it’s important that you arm yourself with information relating to the risks of house fires and asbestos exposure. House…
What Should You do if Asbestos is Identified in Your Home?
Asbestos is banned in most countries around the world. Exposure to the natural mineral is considered a severe health issue. Unfortunately, information about the dangers of asbestos exposure to homeowners is lacking in the UK. We aim to fill this gap by offering the latest information that can help homeowners to make the best decision…