The Hidden Dangers of Asbestos Testing Kits

In an era where do-it-yourself (DIY) solutions are increasingly popular, it’s important to address why certain tasks, such as asbestos testing, are best left to professionals. Crucial Environmental, a leader in asbestos management, has taken a firm stance...

Asbestos and DIY: Dos and Don’ts

DIY and asbestos can be a bad combination if you aren’t careful. Having asbestos in your home does not necessarily put you at risk, but DIY increases the likelihood of disturbing the material. Here are some of the dos and don’ts of DIY and asbestos to ensure that you...

What asbestos can I remove myself?

Despite the fact that asbestos was banned from use in the UK in 1999, it is still fairly commonly found in homes and places of work across the country. In a workplace that you are responsible for, there are strict rules regarding your duty of care set down in the...

Avoiding asbestos exposure during DIY

Recent evidence has come to the light that suggests that some of the people most at risk of asbestos exposure are those carrying out DIY at home. In the past, miners and transport workers were some of the most likely to develop asbestos-related diseases, but as...

How to check for asbestos

How to check for asbestos in your home How can we identify Asbestos at home? In the event your home was built before 1999; there is a great possibility for it to have asbestos in it. Regrettably, asbestos fibres are so tiny that they cannot be seen with the naked eye....

Top safety tips for considering asbestos when doing DIY

Top tips for considering asbestos when doing DIY If you believe that you may have discovered asbestos in your property, the first rule is not to touch it. Asbestos is a danger in the home after it is disturbed in a manner that creates dust containing asbestos fibres....