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Mentone has plenty of older brick veneer homes, beachside units and pre-1990 extensions where asbestos can still appear in eaves, wet areas and fencing—especially after DIY renovations.
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We assess the property’s likely construction and renovation era, then target products commonly containing asbestos in older Mentone dwellings—such as cement sheet linings, wet-area wall substrates, and older external claddings.
We visually inspect accessible eaves and soffit linings for asbestos cement sheeting, fixings and edge deterioration. These areas are frequently disturbed during repainting, roof repairs and gutter replacements.
Bathrooms, laundries and toilets are checked for signs of older sheeting behind tiles, around service penetrations and in cupboards. These are high-risk areas during renovations because cutting and drilling can release fibres if ACMs are present.
We inspect garages and backyard structures for asbestos cement wall/roof sheeting and older lining boards. These outbuildings are often overlooked, yet commonly contain ACMs in pre-1990 builds.
We look for older asbestos cement fencing panels and boundary infills, noting weathering and damage. This helps you plan safe replacement, especially before landscaping or new fence installations.
For each suspected ACM, we note whether it appears intact, sealed/painted, cracked, flaking, drilled or water-damaged. That condition assessment guides whether the immediate priority is monitoring, encapsulation, sampling, or engaging a licensed removalist.
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We complete a visual walkthrough of accessible areas inside and outside the property and identify materials that commonly contained asbestos in pre-1990 construction. In Mentone homes this often includes eaves/soffits, wet area linings, garages, sheds and older fencing. We note the condition of suspect materials and the likelihood of asbestos based on product type and age, then advise practical next steps.
A visual survey is a strong first step because it highlights where asbestos is likely to be present and where you should avoid disturbance. However, visual checks can’t confirm asbestos content. If you’re renovating bathrooms or laundries (common risk areas), sampling by a licensed asbestos assessor and laboratory testing may be needed before demolition, especially if walls or ceilings will be removed or penetrations made for plumbing and electrical work.
No. A visual survey identifies suspect asbestos-containing materials based on appearance, age and typical product use, but confirmation requires a sample and NATA-accredited lab testing arranged through the appropriate qualified professional. What we can do is help you understand the likelihood, the risk based on condition, and whether sampling is sensible before you disturb any material during repairs or renovations.
Yes. In Mentone, asbestos is often suspected in older eaves and soffits, wet-area wall linings behind tiles, garage and shed wall/roof sheeting, and older boundary fencing panels. Renovated homes can still contain original materials hidden behind newer cladding, cornices or splashbacks. A visual survey helps identify these likely locations so you can plan safe works and avoid accidental disturbance.
If a suspected asbestos cement product looks cracked, flaking, drilled or heavily weathered, treat it as a higher priority for professional management. Avoid sanding, cutting or pressure washing. Keep people away from debris, and don’t attempt removal yourself. We’ll explain why the condition matters and recommend the next step, which may include engaging a licensed asbestos professional for assessment, sampling and/or safe removal.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections brings a practical, pre-1990 material focus to Mentone homes and units—call 0485 857 077 to organise your Visual Asbestos Survey and plan your next steps safely.