Hi,
having read all the wild optimism and crazy doom predicitons, I am seeking a balanced view :-)
We are in the process of purchasing a property.
The survey shows possible 'bad' asbestos - ceiling insulating boards in the garage. We are waiting for the results of analysis.
The 'leave alone' advice doesn't seem appropriate because the boards are extensively damaged.
Fron Googling and talking to the local council there seem two options (ignoring the total DIY solutions).
(1) Employ specialist contractors (£ OUCH!)
(2) Employ a knowledgable builder who knows how to take the correct precautions, and dispose of the waste at the local tip (£ ouch!)
We are told the local tip will take 3 sheets (3x2) double bagged for £25.
Has anyone recently dealt with a similar problem?
We also have quite a lot of white asbestos cement products, but allegedly they are easy to deal with compared to the brown/blue variants.
If anyone has had blue/brown asbestos removed, we would welcome feedback on the cost and methods.
We will shortly have to negotiate over the costs of the removal with the vendor - always assuming that the analysis does show 'bad' asbestos.
TIA
Dave R