Learn how to determine if your Artex ceiling contains asbestos. This guide explores the history of asbestos in Artex, why visual inspection isn't enough, and the professional methods available for testing and managing asbestos-containing materials safely.
Discover the key differences between Cat A and Cat B asbestos training and find out which one is the right asbestos awareness training course for you. Ensure safety and compliance with the right training.
Make sure your asbestos removal quote is thorough and comprehensive. Learn what essential elements should be included, from costs and timelines to methods and safety protocols, to manage your asbestos safely and legally.
Asbestos textured coatings like Artex can release dangerous fibres if disturbed. Home insurance may cover asbestos removal if a covered event damages ACMs. Understand your policy, document damage, and consult professionals to ensure safety and potential coverage.
Asbestos still poses risks in many buildings. If an insured event like a flood disturbs asbestos, insurers must ensure removal is compliant with regulations. Licensed contractors should handle the removal, and thorough documentation and safety protocols must be followed to prevent health hazards and legal issues.
Insurers and loss adjusters should always request and review asbestos surveys after an insured event like fire or flood. These surveys help identify any disturbed asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). Proper surveys ensure compliance with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, ensuring safety and accurate claims processing. Find out more.
If asbestos in your home is damaged by a covered event like a flood, your home insurance might cover removal. Contractor-caused damage usually isn’t covered unless their insurance handles it. Find out what you need to know before you before you make an insurance claim for asbestos.
