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Guys Hill has a mix of older houses, rural-style sheds and renovation-prone properties where fibre cement sheeting can still be hiding in eaves, wet areas and outbuildings. A visual survey helps you spot likely asbestos materials before you drill, demo or buy.
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We visually check wall cladding, gable ends, eaves linings and soffits for fibre cement profiles, join patterns and weathering typical of asbestos-era products. These areas are frequently disturbed during painting, gutter replacement and roof repairs, so condition and damage are noted.
We inspect accessible bathroom, toilet and laundry wall linings, window reveals and service penetrations for suspected asbestos cement and older backing boards. Wet areas are high-risk because renovations often involve cutting tiles, removing splashbacks and altering plumbing.
If safe access is available, we look for loose or damaged fibre cement panels, old ducting, and residual sheeting pieces stored in roof spaces or under the house. These hidden leftovers can be accidentally disturbed during electrical, insulation or HVAC work.
Guys Hill blocks often have older sheds, stables-style structures or fencing panels that may use asbestos cement sheeting. We visually assess these structures for likely asbestos materials, weathering and impact damage, which affects how easily fibres can be released.
We examine ceilings, wall linings and external panels in garages and carports, including areas around roller doors and storage rooms. Add-ons built decades after the main home can still use asbestos cement, especially where cost-effective sheeting was common.
For each suspected material, we record the observed condition (intact, cracked, friable-looking, or previously cut) and where people are likely to disturb it. This helps you prioritise testing, encapsulation, or professional removal before any works proceed.
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A visual survey identifies materials that look consistent with asbestos-containing products and records their location and condition across accessible areas. It does not confirm asbestos content without laboratory testing, and it won’t involve destructive access like removing tiles, cutting linings or opening sealed cavities. If we see suspicious materials, we’ll recommend targeted sampling by a qualified professional for confirmation.
Yes. Many renovations leave older materials in place behind new finishes, or they replace only selected rooms. In Guys Hill, it’s common to see newer kitchens with older laundries, patched eaves, or original sheds that were never updated. A visual survey helps map likely asbestos materials across both original sections and later additions so you know what remains.
If they’re on the property and safely accessible, yes. Older sheds and outbuildings are a common place for asbestos cement sheeting because it was durable and cost-effective. We visually assess wall and roof sheeting where visible, note damage and weathering, and highlight any areas likely to be disturbed during repairs, re-roofing, storage fit-outs or demolition planning.
We frequently pay close attention to eaves and soffits, wet areas like bathrooms and laundries, older garages and carports, and standalone sheds or fencing panels. These are the spots most likely to contain asbestos cement sheeting in pre-1990 builds, and they’re also where everyday maintenance or upgrades can disturb surfaces and create dust if handled incorrectly.
First, avoid disturbing the material—don’t drill, sand, cut or pressure-wash it. If confirmation is required, arrange laboratory testing through an appropriately qualified asbestos professional. If removal is needed, engage a licensed asbestos removalist and ensure disposal is handled correctly. We’ll outline practical next steps based on the observed condition and where the material sits within the property.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections helps you pinpoint likely asbestos-containing materials in pre-1990 Guys Hill homes and outbuildings so you can renovate, maintain or buy with clear risk information. Call 0485 857 077.