At ProDEM, we often get asked “Are builders and construction workers at risk from asbestos?”. This is a common concern due to it being so harmful if ingested. Although there was a ban on asbestos as a construction material in the UK in the late 1990s, it can still be found in many buildings built before 1999. If asbestos isn’t disturbed, it is generally harmless. Asbestos becomes toxic if its...
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Asbestos is an incredibly dangerous substance that was commonly used in construction projects in the United Kingdom until its ban in the 1990s. It has the potential to cause various life-threatening diseases and has been responsible for a substantial number of deaths over the years. Read on to find out why is asbestos dangerous. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xTzR0B_VPw4[/embed] Asbestos: an extremely hazardous construction material Asbestos becomes very dangerous when its fibres become airborne,...
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Are you wondering why is it important to remove asbestos? If so, keep reading. This material was commonly used in construction projects in the 20th century until it was finally banned outright in the late 1990s in the UK. Whilst asbestos was a popular construction material due to factors like its strength and affordability, its fibres can be very dangerous when inhaled. There’s a big chance someone may inhale asbestos...
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Are you wondering “What are the different types of asbestos?” If so, keep reading. As one of the region’s most prominent asbestos removal specialists, we have become highly knowledgeable on this topic. ProDEM is on hand to assist if you need residential or commercial asbestos removal in Nottingham. What exactly is asbestos and what are the main types? A naturally occurring mineral from the silicate family, asbestos was a common...
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Buying a house can be a stressful exercise. It can be even more frustrating when you think you have found your perfect home only to discover that it’s been marred by asbestos. This can often be the case with garages and sheds that come with semi-detached homes. But how safe is this garage? Can I enter it? Should I go near it? Can I alter it in any way, shape...
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Asbestos was once one of the most popular construction materials in the world. Now it's no longer used due to the serious health risks of asbestos which are now common knowledge. Although using asbestos for construction purposes is illegal and has been for many years, it is still present in many buildings throughout the country, making it a serious threat even today. Regular exposure to Asbestos can be harmful, in...
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