What Should I Expect From An Asbestos Inspection?

If you're considering having an asbestos inspection Melbourne, it's important to know what to expect. Although asbestos is no longer used in construction and new building projects, the material has been commonly used for many years.

 As a result, many homes and buildings built before 1990 contain asbestos. That's why it's critical to have your home inspected by a professional if you suspect there may be asbestos in your home.

What is an asbestos inspection?

An asbestos inspection is a visual inspection of a building to confirm that asbestos-containing materials are properly identified and located. It's important to use a certified inspector when conducting an asbestos survey, as they are trained in handling asbestos materials safely. 

An inspector will also be able to tell you whether or not there is any risk of exposure to the material and, if there is, what steps to take next.

When should you get an asbestos inspection?

The answer is simple: you should get an asbestos inspection whenever you plan on doing any of the following:

• Renovating your home or business
• Selling your home or business
• Renting out a residential property (including your own)
• Renting a commercial property

How is an asbestos inspection performed?

Once the inspector has determined what building materials from your home or business contain asbestos, he or she will conduct a visual inspection of the areas in question. This means looking for asbestos where it is most likely to be found:

• Ceilings
• Walls
• Doors
• Windows

The inspector will also be on the lookout for asbestos in other common areas, such as floors and pipes. The inspector may use an X-ray machine during this process if necessary. 

The inspection may be performed by an independent contractor hired by your insurer or by someone from your insurance company directly (such as an adjuster).

How will the results be reported to you?

A written report is the most common way to receive results. The inspector will give you a copy of this report, which will include:

• A description of the inspection process and how it was conducted.
• An overview of what they saw while conducting the inspection. For example, if there were any damage or deterioration issues found during their visit, this should be included in their report, as well as recommendations for how to repair them safely.
•  It's also important that they provide information about any areas where asbestos has been disturbed or removed without proper safety precautions being taken first (e.g., when remodelling a home). 
• You may want to ask for proof that these activities took place so that you can prove negligence against anyone who might have caused them an injury (or worse) in court later on down the line!
• An assessment regarding whether or not there are any hazards present within your home based on their findings from visual inspections alone—no need for testing here!

How will the inspector recommend that you proceed?

If you do have asbestos, the inspector will take a sample of the material and send it to a lab for testing. If the test comes back positive, he or she will recommend that you hire a professional to remove it.

If it's not asbestos, he or she will tell you how to proceed with removing it yourself. In this case, they may suggest using protective measures such as wearing masks and gloves while handling any non-asbestos materials -- but they won't necessarily require them by law. 

Conclusion

Hopefully, you now have a better understanding of what to expect when it comes to asbestos inspection Melbourne. If you're interested in learning more about services or want to schedule your inspection, contact an expert soon.