Category Archives: Asbestos Disposal

Where Does Asbestos Go Once Removed?

Posted on 5th February 2020 by Asbestos Waste Solutions Limited

If you’ve discovered asbestos in your property, it’s crucial you hire a professional asbestos removal company instead of trying to do it yourself, as any disturbance of asbestos fibres can cause extensive health issues to those who inhale them. Unfortunately, asbestos was used for a number of items during the 1900s to the 1980s, therefore … Continue reading →

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Asbestos in Fake Snow

Posted on 4th November 2019 by Asbestos Waste Solutions Limited

During the Golden Age of Hollywood, directors went to extreme lengths to create the perfect settings and shots, so when it came to wintery scenes, they had to find a non-flammable, non-melting substance for snow. Back in the 1930s, cotton wasn’t the immediate choice because it posed a fire risk and instead, asbestos was the … Continue reading →

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What to do if you have been exposed to Asbestos?

Posted on 30th August 2019 by Asbestos Waste Solutions Limited

Asbestos is a well-known health hazard, causing panic when discovered in local buildings and pipework. Asbestos was widely used for years due to its unusual properties –  the mineral fibers are flexible and resistant to heat, chemicals, and electricity. This made asbestos an ideal choice for the construction industry, who used it to create a … Continue reading →

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How to Tell if Your Garage Roof is Made from Asbestos

Posted on 7th May 2019 by Asbestos Waste Solutions Limited

It’s difficult to determine whether or not your property contains asbestos. When it comes to ripping out or modernising your garage, it’s important to know whether any of it contains asbestos. But fear not, because we’re on hand to inform you about how to identify asbestos in your garage roof. How to Identify Asbestos It … Continue reading →

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Asbestos in the Military

Posted on 29th March 2018 by Asbestos Waste Solutions Limited

During the 20th century, asbestos was mined heavily and used for all manner of construction purposes. It was used extensively in the military too, largely because of its impressive resistance to heat and chemical damage, tensile strength, flexibility and insulative properties. It was also affordable, meaning that the military could construct sturdy ships, vehicles and … Continue reading →

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Does Asbestos Decompose?

Posted on 30th August 2017 by Asbestos Waste Solutions Limited

Asbestos is one of history’s most popular construction materials. It was commonly used throughout the 20th century during the construction of a wide variety of buildings, both domestic and public, and it wasn’t until decades of mainstream use that the dangers of asbestos became apparent. The use of asbestos was fully banned in 1999 in … Continue reading →

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How to Identify Asbestos

Posted on 28th July 2017 by Asbestos Waste Solutions Limited

Asbestos is an abundant mineral that is fairly simple to extract, making its widespread production relatively inexpensive. Asbestos is strong, fire resistant, weather resistant and an excellent insulator, and became a prevalent option amongst manufacturers all over the world. Unfortunately, however, we now know asbestos carries with it devastating health implications – namely, various forms … Continue reading →

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What are the health risks from asbestos?

Posted on 28th June 2017 by Asbestos Waste Solutions Limited

This month, Asbestos Waste Solutions is giving a detailed explanation of serious health conditions caused by asbestos exposure. Thousands of people across the world are affected by asbestos-related diseases and it’s the mission of the asbestos disposal industry to see this number decrease by removing and destroying asbestos in a safe, controlled way. Here are … Continue reading →

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Why is Asbestos Dangerous?

Posted on 30th January 2017 by Asbestos Waste Solutions Limited

We have spoken many times about how important the safe removal and disposal of asbestos is throughout the country, and we feel that you can never be too careful when stressing the dangers of asbestos and just why it should be handled with care. Asbestos has a reputation for being a dangerous material, but due … Continue reading →

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What Does Asbestos Look Like and Where Can It Be Found?

Posted on 21st December 2016 by Asbestos Waste Solutions Limited

Although much has been said about how dangerous the presence of asbestos can be, many people remain unaware of how asbestos manifests in the home or throughout a commercial/industrial building. In this article, we’re highlighting what asbestos looks like, and where it might be commonly located, as well as why it might have been used … Continue reading →

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