Many Blackburn homes and unit blocks include mid-century materials from pre-1990 builds and later renovations; a visual asbestos survey helps flag suspect sheeting, eaves and older floor coverings before you sand, drill or renovate.
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We visually assess older fibro cement sheeting commonly found on eaves, soffits and gable ends, looking for age indicators, sheet profiles and any cracking, delamination or disturbed edges where fibres can be released.
We inspect accessible wall linings, ceiling areas and service penetrations in bathrooms and laundries where older sheeting and backing boards may be present, especially around exhaust fans, plumbing cut-outs and tiled wall sections.
Older Blackburn properties often have detached garages or backyard sheds. We check wall and roof sheeting, internal linings and junctions for likely asbestos cement products and highlight any damage from weathering or prior DIY work.
We look for signs of older vinyl tiles/sheet vinyl and associated underlays or mastics that can contain asbestos. You’ll receive guidance on why scraping, sanding or grinding these surfaces is high-risk and what safer next steps look like.
We visually check accessible boundary and internal fencing panels, plus older outdoor structures, for asbestos cement sheets—common where older panels were used for privacy screens or garden sheds.
Beyond spotting suspect materials, we document condition (intact vs deteriorated), accessibility and likely disturbance points (renovation zones, service upgrades, drilling paths), so you can prioritise testing or removal where it matters most.
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Many pre-1990 Blackburn properties used asbestos cement products in eaves, wet-area linings, garages and external outbuildings. Even if the home has been renovated, older materials can remain behind newer finishes or in less-updated areas. A visual asbestos survey helps identify where suspect materials are located and whether their condition suggests a higher risk of fibre release if disturbed during repairs or renovations.
A visual asbestos survey identifies materials that are likely to contain asbestos based on their appearance, typical product use and the age of the building. It does not confirm asbestos content on its own. If confirmation is needed—for example before removal, demolition or major renovations—laboratory testing of samples is the reliable next step. We’ll advise where sampling is most appropriate and what to avoid disturbing in the meantime.
We focus on accessible, higher-likelihood locations: eaves and soffits, external wall sheeting, wet areas (bathroom/laundry/WC), garages and sheds, older fencing panels, and visible flooring systems such as vinyl tiles or sheet vinyl. We also pay attention to penetrations, edges, and any cracked or weathered sections, because damaged material is more likely to release fibres if it’s disturbed during maintenance or renovation work.
Yes. In Blackburn, it’s common to see partial renovations where kitchens or living areas are updated while eaves, wet-area backing boards, garages or old floors remain. Asbestos-containing materials can be left in place and covered by newer linings, tiles or cladding. A visual survey helps identify the “left-behind” materials and the renovation zones where trades are most likely to disturb them during future upgrades or repairs.
Yes—those jobs frequently disturb materials that can contain asbestos, especially older eaves sheeting, vinyl flooring systems and wet-area linings. Booking a visual survey first helps you map likely asbestos locations and decide if testing or a licensed removalist is needed before demolition starts. This approach reduces the chance of unsafe exposure and prevents costly stop-work situations once trades discover suspect materials onsite.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections will identify likely asbestos-containing materials and highlight the specific areas in your Blackburn property most at risk during renovations. Call 0413 163 187 to arrange an inspection.