Defect type
·3 observations
Critical · 3–5/5
Asbestos Lining in Porch Area
Asbestos Lining in Porch Area is a critical asbestos defect SURE inspectors have documented across 3 inspection reports.
Causes
- Use of asbestos-containing materials in construction
- Use of cement fibrous material in construction
- Use of fibrous cement sheeting for roof lining
Symptoms to look for
- Shed roof lining is fibrous cement sheeting
- Visible cement fibrous ceiling lining
- Asbestos lining observed
Remedies
- Recommend completing an asbestos lab test before any modifications or removal to confirm
- Conduct an asbestos lab test
Critical
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Findings in this category skew high severity. If you are under contract, we can usually book inside the cooling-off window. Every inspection includes 12 months of free advice.
Inspector-written
Curated entries in Asbestos
- Curated 2–4/5Damaged Asbestos Cement Eave Linings
Cracked, broken, or deteriorating asbestos cement (fibro) eave linings with exposed fibre edges. Common in pre-1990 Perth and Sydney homes. While bonded asbestos in good condition is low risk, damaged sheets with exposed edges present an inhalation hazard during maintenance.
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