Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral containing fibres that are strong, heat resistant, water resistant and have good insulating properties. The individual fibres can be up to 200 times smaller than human hair making them impossible to see with the naked eye in most circumstances. Being small and light they are able to stay airborne for long periods of time and are easily breathed into the lungs causing slow but high risk health risks.

Because of these severe health risks, the cost of asbestos removal are often worth the safety and health benefits, especially if you plan on doing any form of construction, renovation or even just drilling into your walls or ceiling.

Asbestos can’t always be identified visually and often requires professional inspections, testing and analysis of the material for traces of asbestos. Contact us today to arrange an inspection or non-invasive sample test.

Since asbestos was only banned nationally across Australia in 2003, there are many household products and materials that could contain asbestos. Houses and buildings built between 1940 & 1980 have the highest risk of containing asbestos materials. Because of it’s great properties, it was used widely through a number of building and construction materials. Advanced Deconstruction can help inspect your home and assist with the removal of asbestos roofs, ceilings, tiles, fences and any additional materials that may be hazardous if disturbed.

Bonded asbestos refers to materials that have been created with a tight bonding mix and therefore have a higher structural integrity. Friable asbestos materials don’t use a tight bonding mix and have a low structural integrity to the point where it is crush-able in your hand.

Handling both types each come with individual risks and challenges. Always consult an expert like Advanced Deconstruction for asbestos testing, inspection and removal in Brisbane and around Queensland.