Box Hill North has many mid-century homes and older outbuildings where asbestos can still be hiding in eaves, wet areas and fences—especially before renovations or a knock-down rebuild.
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We visually assess accessible eaves/soffits and gable cladding for characteristics consistent with older asbestos cement products. These areas are frequently disturbed during gutter replacement, repainting and roofline upgrades, so identifying them early reduces the risk of accidental fibre release.
Bathrooms, laundries and toilets are inspected where accessible, with attention to older wall/ceiling linings and areas around pipes, fans and heaters. Penetrations and cut-outs can expose edges of suspect sheeting, which is useful for planning safe plumbing and electrical works.
We check outbuildings for wall and roof sheeting, internal linings and damaged panels. In Box Hill North, older detached garages and backyard sheds are common and are often where deteriorated sheeting is left unmanaged.
We visually identify older fibre cement fence panels and lean-to structures, noting condition issues like cracking, delamination or broken edges. This matters before replacing fences or clearing vegetation that may be holding fragile panels in place.
We don’t just list suspected materials—we comment on condition and likelihood of disturbance. Flaking paint, impact damage, and previous drilling are highlighted because they increase the chance of fibre release if the material is handled incorrectly.
Where visual identification isn’t enough, we advise on appropriate next steps, including laboratory testing for confirmation and the type of specialist you may need. This helps you move from ‘suspected’ to a practical plan for renovation, demolition or ongoing maintenance.
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Yes. Box Hill North has many homes and additions from before 1990, when asbestos-containing materials were widely used in eaves, wet areas, garages and fencing. A visual survey helps identify suspect materials and their condition so you can plan renovations safely. It’s particularly useful before bathroom/laundry updates, removing old fences, or any work that could disturb wall and ceiling sheeting.
A visual survey identifies materials that look consistent with asbestos-containing products, based on appearance, age and typical use. It does not confirm asbestos on its own. If you need certainty—such as before demolition, removal, or high-disturbance works—we’ll recommend laboratory testing by a NATA-accredited facility. Testing is the only way to confirm asbestos content.
Common areas include eaves and soffits, wet-area wall and ceiling linings, older backing boards around heaters, external cladding panels, and outbuilding sheeting in garages or sheds. We also pay attention to older fence panels and any damaged or drilled fibre cement products. The risk depends heavily on condition and whether the material is likely to be disturbed during planned works.
For Box Hill North buyers, be alert to original eaves, older detached garages/sheds, and wet areas that look like they’ve been renovated in stages. Layered renovations can hide older sheeting behind newer finishes. Also check for ageing fence panels and patched exterior cladding. A Visual Asbestos Survey helps you understand what’s likely present and what may affect renovation costs and timelines.
Not always. If the material is in good condition and unlikely to be disturbed, it may be managed in place with appropriate controls, labelling and maintenance planning. Removal becomes more important when materials are damaged, friable, or will be disturbed by renovation or demolition. We’ll explain the practical options so you can decide the safest approach for your property and planned works.
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Contact us for more informationCall ACE Building and Pest Inspections on 0413 163 187 for a targeted visual check of older materials in eaves, wet areas, outbuildings and fencing—ideal before renovations or purchase decisions in Box Hill North.