Sydney Clear Asbestos Removal, Epping, NSW

Prior to a few decades ago, asbestos was often used for new home constructions and renovations. If the date of your home's construction or renovation falls prior to 1985, then it's very likely asbestos was used.

Specifically asbestos cement was widely used, and some of the products include shingles for roofing, drainage pipes and even flooring materials.

Many do-it-yourself home improvement projects can cause you to be exposed to asbestos. Have you heard of mesothelioma? It was once believed that this specific form of cancer, which is linked to asbestos exposure, was only due to consistent exposure in a workplace setting. However, it is being discovered that it's possible for people to contract mesothelioma without being subject to asbestos exposure in their work environment.

During home improvement projects and renovations, it's possible for people to inhale asbestos fibers that are airborne. The inhalation of these fibers is what poses the cancer risk, and lung cancer is another possibility.

A majority of people that take on home renovations themselves are said to come in contact with asbestos fibers. In fact, it's not just the people taking on the do-it-yourself renovation projects, but their families as well.