How to spot Asbestos in your Garage Roof

 Asbestos was commonly used in roofing materials prior to 2000, so if your garage roof is older than this, there’s a good chance it may contain asbestos. Here are a few things to look for:

Age: As mentioned, asbestos was commonly used in roofing materials in the past, so if your garage roof is older, there’s a good chance it may contain asbestos. If you’re not sure how old your roof is, you can try to find out when the garage was built or when the roof was last replaced.

Material: Asbestos was often used in roofing materials such as shingles, tiles, and roofing felt. If your garage roof is made of any of these materials, there’s a chance it may contain asbestos.

Condition: Asbestos can be more easily identified if the roofing materials are damaged or deteriorating. If you notice any cracks, holes, or other damage to your roofing materials, there’s a good chance that asbestos fibers may be present.

If you suspect that your garage roof may contain asbestos, it’s important to have it inspected by a professional. Asbestos removal and disposal is a specialized field, and it’s important to trust the work to someone who knows what they’re doing. A professional from VSF will be able to use specialized equipment to identify the presence of asbestos, and they’ll be able to organize a team to take the necessary steps to remove it safely and dispose of it properly.

If your garage roof contains asbestos, it’s important to take the necessary precautions when replacing it. Asbestos is a hazardous material that can cause serious health problems if inhaled, so it’s crucial to handle it safely and carefully. In this article, we’ll discuss how VSF will carry out garage roof replacement that contains asbestos.

The first step in replacing a garage roof that contains asbestos is to book a discovery session with VSF. This can be organised here.. Asbestos removal and disposal is a specialized field, and it’s important to trust the work to someone who knows what they’re doing, VSF has over 25 years experience in asbestos removal from garages, we are also licensed and certified to handle asbestos removal and disposal.

Once you’ve spoken to a member of the VSF team, an approved workman will arrive at your home and carry out the following:

The first step is to inspect the roof and identify the areas that contain asbestos. This is typically done using specialized equipment that can detect the presence of asbestos fibers in the roofing materials.

Once the asbestos has been identified, the professional will book in an installation team to carefully remove the contaminated material, using protective gear and equipment to prevent the release of asbestos fibers into the air. This may involve cutting the roofing materials into small pieces and carefully bagging them for disposal.

The asbestos-contaminated materials will be carefully sealed and transported to an approved disposal facility, where they will be disposed of safely.

Once the asbestos has been removed, the professional will begin the process of installing a new roof. This will typically involve removing the old roofing materials, repairing any damaged areas, and installing a new roofing system.

You can see which roofing systems VSF offer here.

When replacing a garage roof that contains asbestos, it’s important to follow all safety guidelines and regulations. This will help to protect your health and the health of those around you, and will ensure that the job is done properly. Be sure to hire a professional who is experienced and certified to handle asbestos removal, and follow their instructions closely to ensure that the job is done safely and properly.

If you believe that your garage roof contains asbestos – please get in touch with us to arrange its safe removal.