Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

There are primarily five types of asbestos: Crocidolite, Chrysotile, Anthophyllite, Amosite and Tremolite. Out of these, Crocidolite is termed to be the most dangerous due to its ultra-minuscule size, which is easier to inhale, and its ability to stay suspended in the air for long durations. Chrysotile, also known as white asbestos, is the most common type of asbestos, which is used in the walls, roofs, ceilings, and floors of residential and commercial properties.

Prolonged exposure to asbestos can cause serious health problems. It has been linked to several serious health consequences, such as the following:

  • Mesothelioma
  • Asbestosis results in shortness of breath
  • Lung Cancer
  • Laryngeal and Ovarian Cancer

When asbestos is left untreated for long periods, inhaling asbestos particles in the human body can result in severe problems which might not be visible even for decades.

Overall, asbestos comprises small particles that can easily crumble and may appear – brown, blue, or white in colour. Typically, asbestos fibres are tiny and go unnoticed by the human eye. You can only identify asbestos with a magnifying glass to notice the distinguishing features. Moreover, these particles can stay in the air for days or even months — they might go undetected for a long time.

Asbestos fibres are microscopic particles, which means they might be present in your home or workplace but might go undetected in the air for days. That means there is no significant way you’ll come to know about the presence of asbestos without calling an expert to your home. The most common signs of exposure to asbestos particles are shortness of breath and chest pain. Generally, you can find asbestos in the following places:

  • Boilers, steam pipes, furnace ducts, etc., can be insulated with an asbestos blanket.
  • Check for abrasions and water damage.
  • Cement sheet or paper 
  • Resilient floor tiles
  • Soundproofing material that is used on walls and ceilings.

Asbestos detection is essential, so it’s important to call a firm that provides professional inspection services. At The Crew Asbestos Removals, our professionals assess the premises for asbestos, which includes a complete visual examination of asbestos and sample collection and survey. We will give you a detailed report in hand in case we detect the presence of asbestos in the inspected area.

If you’ve called a certified asbestos assessment expert to your home and they have detected asbestos, then it’s time to consider getting an asbestos removal service. As we have discussed, asbestos is a cancer-causing (carcinogenic) substance. Once you’ve detected its presence, it can be an unsettling feeling. Moreover, the real challenge is that asbestos goes undetected for a long time until it starts causing major health-related problems. Trained professionals are experts who ensure the safe and complete removal of asbestos from your commercial or residential property. Professionals at The Crew Asbestos Removals are trained at handling asbestos removal and adhere to strict protocols, such as sealing off the area before beginning the removal process and disposing of the waste at an approved site. Remember, asbestos is a tough material with enough staying power – so why take the risk? If your property is contaminated with asbestos, call asbestos removal professionals immediately.