Comprehensive Asbestos Removal and Surveying Services
Enviro Health Consulting specializes in asbestos-related services, including independent testing, asbestos surveying, and asbestos clearance inspections within residential, commercial, and industrial sites. Our comprehensive services ensure thorough assessments and peace of mind.
Enviro Health Consultants hold prestigious qualifications such as BOHS IP402, BSc, and Worksafe Asbestos Assessor License, demonstrating our expertise, reliability, and commitment to maintaining the highest safety standards in every project we undertake.
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Asbestos is a common term describing a variety of naturally occurring silicate minerals. It was a popular building material up until the mid-1980s because of its exceptional insulating, fire-resistant, and reinforcing properties. It can often be found in places such as sprayed-on fireproofing, soundproofing, thermal insulation, decorative coatings, floor coverings (e.g., vinyl), cement products, roofing sheets, and lagging around pipes.
Left undisturbed, asbestos is safe – but if it is exposed or damaged, breathing in airborne asbestos fibres is a serious health risk. Once the fibres are breathed in, they lodge in the lungs and may cause diseases like asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. Around 170 Kiwis die each year from asbestos-related diseases.
If you are in the process of planning work on your property, it might be a good time to consider the presence of asbestos. Houses built, or that had work done, between 1950 and 2000 are likely to contain some asbestos. Conducting an asbestos survey by licensed and experienced asbestos assessors is the first step recommended.
Additionally, understanding the specific locations and conditions in which asbestos is found can aid in recognizing potential hazards. Asbestos is not just present in visible areas but can also be hidden in wall cavities, attics, and beneath floorboards. Identifying these concealed threats is crucial, as disturbing these materials during renovations or repairs can release harmful fibers into the air. Engaging professionals to conduct a thorough inspection ensures that all potential asbestos-containing materials are identified and managed appropriately, safeguarding your health and that of anyone who may come into contact with the property.