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What is involved with Asbestos Testing

From the 1940s up until the mid-1990s, asbestos was a common fixture in the Australian building industry. This is due to its durability, insulating properties and fireproof nature. However, it was eventually found that the fibres of asbestos were toxic to humans. As such, production of asbestos was stopped and using all forms of asbestos was banned. Any houses in Australia built before 1995 are likely to contain asbestos material. The Dangers of Asbestos Asbestos is safe if it is undamaged and undisturbed. However, once it is damaged, fibres are released into the air that are invisible to the human eye and float through the air. If breathed in, these fibres could cause lung scarring, lung cancer, mesothelioma and various other lung related issues. The health impacts from asbestos can take 50 years to show, but asbestos has been linked to hundreds of deaths a year in Australia and kills 90,000 people per year across the world . Asbestos in construction Prior to the mid-1980s, it wa...

Building and Pest Inspection Gold Coast

  Call Dedant building inspector Gold Coast for a free quote today. Phone 1300 022 225 Are you looking to buy a house, unit, townhouse, apartment, or commercial property on the Gold Coast?  From mega mansions to studio apartments, we do it all. Dedant Building and Pest Inspections is a local company that can provide you with the information that you need to make an informed decision on your purchase. The Gold Coast With expansive beaches that stretch forever, great restaurants, impressive skyline, surf beaches, vibrant nightlife and an inviting climate, the Gold Coast population has understandably been steadily growing over the last 20 years.  From the Northern Gold Coast to Coolangatta, the property market offers everything from beachside living to hinterland properties. As such, it is no surprise that the Gold Coast property market is one of the strongest in Queensland and is expected to boom in the coming years. Many new and existing residents are looking to make moves...