by aboutthehouse | Sep 3, 2019 | Asbestos Health Risks, Safe Asbestos Removal
I get it. We live in a fear driven world where no one wants to take responsibility for themselves and companies cower at the thought of potential lawsuits. But if you are like me, you will often find yourself wondering what is legitimate danger and what is just rules... 
by aboutthehouse | Mar 19, 2019 | Safe Asbestos Removal
In the aftermath of the torrential downpour felt by the east coast of Australia last weekend, it’s important to be aware of potential hazards you may come across in the clean-up process. Homes built prior to 1987 likely contain asbestos in the form of fibro which will... 
by aboutthehouse | Dec 18, 2018 | Safe Asbestos Removal
Transforming your old, worn out home into a modern day oasis is a super exciting task. However as much as we want it to be a smooth task from start to finish, we often encounter some unexpected bumps along the way. Things like asbestos, mould, dodgy plumbing and... 
by aboutthehouse | Nov 21, 2018 | Safe Asbestos Removal
Currently, 33% of homes in Australia contain Asbestos. Prior to 1990, asbestos was a staple material used in building and insulating homes. Today, asbestos is banned in Australia because of the horrific health implications it causes. The 33% of homes containing... 
by aboutthehouse | Sep 15, 2018 | Safe Asbestos Removal
History of Asbestos- Ancient Times Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that has been used for various purposes, for thousands of years. Historians believe the earliest use of Asbestos can be traced back to 4000BC, where long strings of asbestos were used as... 
by aboutthehouse | Jun 7, 2018 | Safe Asbestos Removal
Every year, the Asbestos Safety and Eradication Agency hold a two day summit, with a focus on debating and developing the next strategic plan for seeing an asbestos-free Australia. The current strategic plan was developed for the four year period of 2014-2018, so...