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Asbestos

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If your home was built before 1990, get up to scratch on the facts about asbestos right here.

Laws affecting the handling and removal of asbestos by home owners, renovators and owner builders were introduced on 18 June 2007.

If you are thinking about working with or removing a material that contains asbestos, there are some questions you need to consider:

If it is in good condition (eg. undamaged), can you leave it alone?
Do you know the alternatives to removing the material containing asbestos (eg. painting or sealing, covering with a non-asbestos product)?
Can you comply with the laws and safe procedures for working with asbestos?
Should you use a certified asbestos removalist?