These are the 10 places where asbestos is common

Asbestos is a dangerous material that used to be widely used because of its heat-resistant properties. Today, we know that exposure to asbestos fibers can be harmful to health and lead to serious conditions such as lung cancer and asbestosis.

In this blog post, we will highlight the 10 common sites of asbestos so that you are aware of the potential risks and know what to look out for.

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The 10 common sites of asbestos

1. Roofing: Asbestos was often used for roofing, especially in older buildings. Roof slates, corrugated sheets and roof shingles can contain asbestos.

2. Insulation: Asbestos was also used as an insulation material. It can be found in insulation around pipes, boilers, stoves and in the walls and ceilings of buildings.

3. Vinyl tiles: Asbestos used to be commonly used in vinyl tiles used for flooring. Buildings built before 1980 may possibly contain asbestos in their floors.

4. Cement products: Asbestos was added to cement products to increase their strength and durability. As a result, asbestos can be found in cement pipes, corrugated sheets and cement blocks.

5. Ceiling tiles: Asbestos was also used in ceiling tiles because of its sound-absorbing properties. Ceiling tiles installed before 1980 may possibly contain asbestos.

6. Fire-resistant materials: Asbestos was often used in fire-resistant materials such as spray asbestos, fire-resistant boards and coatings.

7. Electrical components: Asbestos can be found in electrical components such as switch boxes, electrical outlets, meter boxes and fuse boxes.

8. Heat-insulating materials: Asbestos was used to make heat-insulating materials such as asbestos cardboard, asbestos cloth and asbestos rope.

9. Wall and ceiling finishes: Asbestos can be found in wall and ceiling finishes such as spray paint, stucco and plaster.

10. Heating and ventilation systems: Asbestos can be found in heating and ventilation systems, particularly in the insulation around air ducts and in fan blades.

Why is it important to detect and remove asbestos?

It is very important to detect and remove asbestos because exposure to asbestos fibers can cause serious health problems. When asbestos fibers are inhaled, they can lodge in the lungs and lead to lung cancer, mesothelioma and asbestosis.

In addition, asbestos has been banned since 1993, but many older buildings may still contain asbestos. Therefore, it is important to conduct a professional asbestos survey and, if necessary, have the asbestos removed by a licensed asbestos removal company.

Asbestos removal

It is crucial to have asbestos removed by a licensed asbestos removal company because the process of asbestos removal can be complex and dangerous. Asbestos removal requires special equipment and techniques to ensure that no asbestos fibers are released during the process. In addition, asbestos removal companies must comply with strict safety regulations and rules.

What does asbestos remediation cost?

The cost of asbestos removal can vary considerably, depending on the amount of asbestos and the removal method. Therefore, it is not possible to give an estimate of the cost per square meter.

Is it possible to get a grant as a company?

There are no subsidies available for asbestos removal. However, there is a Stimuleringsfonds Volkshuisvesting (SVn) where property owners with an asbestos roof can apply for a loan to finance asbestos removal. To take advantage of this scheme, your application must be made through the municipality or province, provided your municipality participates in this scheme.

When are you required to have asbestos removed by a licensed company?

Under Dutch law, it is mandatory to have asbestos removed by a certified company before renovation or demolition work is carried out on a pre-1994 building.

Should I have asbestos removed by a certified asbestos removal company?

As a company, you should have asbestos remediation performed by a certified company with a process certificate asbestos remediation. We are certified and can therefore help you with the remediation of asbestos in your building or object.

Want to learn more about having asbestos remediated and how we work? Then check out our page: Asbestos removal for businesses or property owners.

We can also help you with the (partial) demolition of your premises. So as an experienced demolition company, we can also help you with a variety of demolition jobs.

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