Property News · May 1, 2011

Asbestos: the hidden health hazard in millions of homes


Asbestos was only finally banned in 1999 – and few people realise it is present in about half of all residential propertyYour home has a 50% chance of harbouring asbestos, which could be lethal if disturbed.The use of asbestos has been common in the industrialised world since the mid-19th century and it was not until 1999 that a total ban was imposed. Lee Carter, principal director of the consultants WSP Environment & Energy, says that it has been widely used in residential property: “Among private homes, more than 50% are likely to include some asbestos-containing materials.” Continue reading…

Source : theguardian.com
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