Ledbury Surveys Ltd

In a typical UK home, asbestos is frequently found in loft insulation, lagging around pipes, old vinyl floor tiles, and textured ceiling coatings (often known as Artex). It’s also common in cement roofing sheets on garages or sheds. These materials are generally harmless if they are in good condition and left alone, but the moment they are sanded, drilled, or ripped out, they release microscopic fibres into the air. If inhaled, these fibres can cause serious lung conditions decades down the line, which is why a caution first approach is so important. Where Asbestos Typically Hides In a typical UK home, asbestos is frequently found in loft insulation, lagging around pipes, old vinyl floor tiles, and textured ceiling coatings (often known as Artex). It’s also common in cement roofing sheets on garages or sheds. These materials are generally harmless if they are in good condition and left alone, but the moment they are sanded, drilled, or ripped out, they release microscopic fibres into...