Asbestos Covered By Insurance

The use of asbestos became a controversial issue when it was discovered that exposure to asbestos fibres could lead to serious health problems, including asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. This has led to strict regulations surrounding its use and the removal of existing asbestos materials from buildings. Today, asbestos is rarely used in new construction, and there is a significant emphasis on safely disposing of materials containing asbestos from older structures to protect public health. London Asbestos work with insurance companies across the UK, ensuring home owners a stress free asbestos service. 

Asbestos exposure becomes a serious health hazard once the material is compromised. If asbestos fibres are released into the air through damaging actions such as drilling, sanding, or even natural deterioration, they become highly annihilable. Once inhaled, these fibres can potentially cause severe lung conditions, including cancer, with symptoms that may not manifest for many years. The risk is amplified when dealing with the brown and blue types of asbestos, which are considered more hazardous. Though now banned in the UK, asbestos may still be lurking in buildings erected before the ban–as late as the year 2000. It’s crucial for homeowners and renovators to be vigilant and seek professional assessment when dealing with potential asbestos-containing materials.