Asbestos removal is the process of handling and getting rid of the harmful fibres that are known to cause severe lung conditions. DIY asbestos removal is not technically illegal in most states of Australia, but there are some strict regulations around asbestos management. Furthermore, the Australian Department of Health strongly advises against the average homeowner… Read more »
Mould removal is crucial to maintaining the safety and integrity of your property. Commonly found in warm, dark places, mould can grow just about anywhere both indoors and outdoors and is relatively prevalent in Sydney properties. Feeding directly from high levels of moisture and low levels of ventilation, mould bacteria can start to grow in… Read more »
Asbestos abatement and remediation are both management techniques for reducing the risks posed by asbestos and asbestos-containing materials on a property. The terms “abatement” and “remediation” are often used interchangeably to describe the management and removal of asbestos materials and products. Asbestos is a hazardous mineral that was previously favoured as a construction and manufacturing… Read more »
A naturally occurring mineral made up of tiny fibres, asbestos is very much a household name when discussing Australia’s construction and manufacturing history. Asbestos was a material favoured for years for its durability, strength, and multitude of beneficial properties including affordability between the 1930s and 1990s. Asbestos quickly became the downfall of affordable residential construction… Read more »
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was heavily used in the construction and manufacturing industries of Australia between the 1930s and 1990s. For a long period of time, asbestos was the go-to material for domestic construction and building. Eventually, it was revealed by scientific medical research that the tiny asbestos fibres being released by… Read more »
According to the Australian Government, approximately one-third of all Australian homes contain asbestos in some form or another. Between the 1930s and the 1990s, Australia had the highest consumption rate of asbestos products, per capita. Asbestos was frequently used as an additive to construction materials and was a favourite in the manufacturing sector because of… Read more »
Asbestos shingles were a common roofing construction material manufactured and utilised between the 1930s and the 1990s. Today, the use and production of asbestos products face heavy restrictions due to the countless health effects associated with asbestos exposure. Asbestos was officially banned from use and sale in Australia in 2003. However, after the bans were… Read more »
Asbestos floor tiles are typically the least harmful asbestos-containing household products. Made from vinyl, the asbestos in floor tiles is generally still well bonded, the fibres not posing a threat until disturbed. So, while asbestos floor tiling does not render the same risk as loose-fill asbestos insulation, asbestos floor tiles need to be handled with… Read more »
Your comprehensive guide to mould testing and mould removal services in Australia. Mould is a fairly common problem that many households face. Outdoors, mould fungus plays a vital role in breaking down and decomposing organic matter. However, indoors, mould growth has the potential to cause serious health concerns to one’s respiratory system. Mould is a… Read more »
Everything you need to know about hiring a mould removal professional. Mould removal plays an important role in keeping your property and home safe. DIY mould removal can be particularly daunting, as depending on the type of fungus, mould exposure can be toxic. To prevent mould from coming back, comprehensive mould removal and remediation requires… Read more »
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