Asbestos Removal Guildford

What Is Asbestos?

Asbestos is an extremely hazardous material. It is a naturally occurring fibrous silicate mineral, of which there are six types. All six types are composed of long and thin fibrous crystals, and each fibre is composed of many microscopic fibrils. If these fibrils are damaged or disturbed and released into the atmosphere, they can be breathed into the lungs and cause serious health issues.

There are three types of asbestos most prevalent in the UK, and these are blue (crocidolite), brown (amosite), and white (chrysotile). Asbestos is heat resistant, which meant that it was widely used in the construction industry until the late 1990s, when the full dangers of asbestos were finally understood.

As such, while it is now banned from use, asbestos is still prevalent in many older homes.

What Is Asbestos Encapsulation and How Is It Different to Asbestos Removal?

When asbestos has been identified in your property, there are two methods for handling it – asbestos removal and asbestos encapsulation. The most well-known method for dealing with asbestos in a property is through removal, but encapsulation is a method that is less well-known, but often used.

While asbestos removal involves the complete removal of any asbestos containing materials that pose a hazard to health, asbestos encapsulation doesn’t involve the removal of the asbestos containing materials.

If we deem that the asbestos in a property isn’t a danger, so not likely to be disturbed or damaged, we will carry out asbestos encapsulation. This involves installing a protective layer over the asbestos and keeping it in place, rather than removing it. The asbestos will need to be regularly inspected but is safe to stay in place with the protective layer.

Why You May Need Asbestos Removal

You might find yourself wondering if you even need asbestos removal in the first place. Well, if you know there is asbestos in your property, you will need to have it looked at by an expert team. While it might not warrant removal if we can encapsulate it, the asbestos will still need to be taken care of by our team. If the asbestos is damaged, or is likely to be damaged and disturbed, it will need to be removed.

If you are unsure as to whether there is asbestos in your property, it is always worth having it checked out if your property was built pre-2000, as asbestos was used in construction until the late 90s.

Why You Should Trust Astech Environmental to Remove Your Asbestos

Welcome to Astech Environmental Ltd, a company that has been providing safe and effective asbestos removal services since 1992. We are a fully licensed and privately owned asbestos removal company based in Dorset, but we operate nationally and can assist clients across the UK. So, if you require asbestos removal in Guildford, we are the team of specialists to call.

You can expect to receive a first-class service from our highly trained and certified specialists. We are trained to handle all asbestos safely and correctly, in-line with all guidelines and legislation. Plus, we are proud members of ACAD and TICA, both of whom highly rate our services and our results.

Asbestos Refurbishment and Demolition Surveys

Before we can carry out any asbestos removal, Guildford clients, we must first carry out an asbestos survey. We offer a range of asbestos survey types, as no two buildings or requirements are the same. We offer standard asbestos surveys that we carry out on normal properties, and our re-inspection surveys which are carried out to keep an eye on already identified asbestos. However, we can also offer refurbishment and demolition surveys.

These are surveys that are tailored to properties which are about to undergo construction or demolition work. This work is highly destructive and, if asbestos is in the property, this work can damage the asbestos, making it airborne and hazardous. So, before any work is carried out, you need to make sure the property is free from asbestos through a survey.

Asbestos Sample Analysis

We mentioned sample analysis above as the second step in the asbestos management process. Sample analysis is carried out after a survey has identified asbestos. We take a sample of the asbestos and send it to our lab for analysis. Our experts can identify the type of asbestos it is, which helps us plan the asbestos removal.

Bacteria Cleaning

Ensuring your property is hygienic has always been important, but it has never been more so than since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020. We offer bacteria cleaning services, where we use special equipment and cleaning materials to fully sanitise your property from top to bottom.

Testimonials 

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Contact Us Today

If you believe that there is asbestos in your property, and you need to hire a professional team to handle the removal of it, you need look no further than Astech Environmental Ltd. We are the premier team for all asbestos removal Guildford has to offer, as we boast years of experience and a wealth of knowledge. We can identify and removal all asbestos containing materials correctly and safely.

So, to find out more about our asbestos removal services, you need only get in touch with us today. You can give us a call on 01258 442270 to speak to a member of our team directly. We will be happy to discuss your requirements in further detail, answer any questions you may have, and offer helpful advice.

Alternatively, you can also reach out via a written method by filling out our online contact form or sending an email to info@astechgroup.uk. We will respond as soon as possible via your preferred method of contact.