Burwood East has many mid-century homes and well-kept renovations where older eaves, wet-area linings and external sheeting can still contain asbestos—especially where extensions meet original structures.
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We visually assess eaves linings, joints, fixings and edge damage that commonly indicate asbestos-cement sheeting. These areas are often disturbed during gutter replacement, repainting, or installing lighting and can release fibres if cracked or drilled.
Outbuildings in Burwood East frequently use older cement sheet panels. We check panel profiles, surface weathering, breakage and prior patching so you understand whether simple maintenance is low risk or if professional controls are needed.
Older wet areas can include asbestos-backed wall linings or cement sheet behind tiles. We look for renovation ‘layers’ and tell-tale transitions around vanities, splashbacks and service penetrations to reduce surprises when you start demolition.
We identify common visual cues for older vinyl tiles and sheet flooring that may contain asbestos, plus the associated black mastic adhesive. This matters because sanding, scraping or heat-gunning can create significant exposure risks.
Where safely accessible, we visually review roof-space entry points, old flues, and penetrations that may involve asbestos-cement components or old insulation residues. We note limitations where access is restricted to keep the survey safe and realistic.
For each suspect material, we record its likely type, condition (intact, weathered, broken), and how likely it is to be disturbed by planned works. You get practical options: leave undisturbed, seal, restrict access, arrange sampling, or engage a licensed removalist.
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In Burwood East, we often see suspect asbestos-containing materials in external eaves and soffit linings, garage or shed cement sheeting, and older wet-area wall linings behind tiles. Some properties also have older vinyl floor tiles or sheet vinyl with adhesive that may contain asbestos. A visual survey maps these likely locations so you can manage them safely before repairs or renovations.
A Visual Asbestos Survey is primarily a non-invasive inspection that identifies materials with visual characteristics consistent with asbestos. It does not automatically include sampling or lab analysis. If we find suspect materials, we’ll explain which items would benefit from NATA-accredited testing and how to arrange it safely. This approach helps you avoid unnecessary disturbance while still getting reliable confirmation when needed.
Coverings can make visual identification harder because the original substrate may be concealed. We look for clues at edges, penetrations, access points and renovation transitions, but we won’t guess beyond what can be reasonably observed. If a concealed area is likely asbestos and your planned work would disturb it, we’ll recommend controlled sampling or treating it as asbestos until proven otherwise.
If suspect materials are intact, you may be able to leave them in place and avoid drilling or cutting, or encapsulate them with appropriate coatings. If they’re cracked, weathered, or must be disturbed for your renovation, you should stop and engage a licensed asbestos professional for advice, sampling, and removal where required. We’ll outline the risk and practical next steps based on what we observe.
Yes. Many homes have updated kitchens, bathrooms and flooring while older components remain behind the finishes—especially eaves, external wall sheeting, older service ducts, or original wet-area substrates. A modern fit-out doesn’t guarantee asbestos has been removed; it’s often been covered. A visual survey helps you understand what may still be present before you plan electrical, plumbing, or demolition work.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections will pinpoint likely asbestos materials in your pre-1990 Burwood East property and explain safe, practical next steps. Call 0413 163 187.