Moonee Ponds has a mix of older weatherboards, brick veneers and refurbished unit blocks where eaves, wet areas and old garages can still contain asbestos materials—especially in homes built before 1990.
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We visually assess external wall sheets, eaves/soffit linings and gable ends for fibro-cement products commonly used before 1990. These areas are frequently disturbed during repainting, roof repairs and extension works, which can release fibres if asbestos is present.
We inspect accessible wall and ceiling linings in bathrooms, laundries and toilets, where older asbestos cement sheeting and backing boards were widely used. We flag likely asbestos locations so you can plan safe strip-outs, waterproofing and re-tiling.
We look for indicators of older vinyl tiles/sheet vinyl and the black bituminous adhesives that can contain asbestos. This matters in Moonee Ponds renovations where new flooring is laid over older layers, and removal later can become a high-risk task.
We examine outbuildings and boundary elements for asbestos cement sheeting, corrugated fibro roofing and older fencing panels. These are often overlooked during pre-purchase checks yet commonly targeted in knock-downs and backyard upgrades.
We check accessible service zones such as meter box surrounds, switchboard backing boards and plant-room type areas (where applicable). Older boards and linings may be asbestos cement and can be disturbed during electrical upgrades or rewiring.
We document each suspected asbestos-containing material by location (e.g., ‘rear eaves’, ‘laundry wall’, ‘garage roof’) with supporting photos and practical notes. This helps you brief trades, request targeted testing, and avoid accidental disturbance.
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A Visual Asbestos Survey focuses on accessible areas where asbestos-containing materials were commonly used before 1990. In Moonee Ponds this often includes eaves and soffits, external wall sheets, wet-area linings, vinyl flooring layers, garages/sheds and older fences. We identify materials that look consistent with asbestos products and record locations and photos, then advise on next steps such as sampling and lab testing.
It’s a strong first step, but it doesn’t confirm asbestos. A visual survey highlights suspect materials so you can avoid disturbing them and arrange targeted sampling by a qualified person and testing through a NATA-accredited lab. If you’re planning demolition, removing wet-area linings, lifting old vinyl floors or replacing eaves, you should treat suspect materials as asbestos until proven otherwise.
A Visual Asbestos Survey is an identification and guidance service, not a removal service. If we flag materials as likely asbestos-containing, we’ll explain the practical options: leave and manage, encapsulate, or engage a licensed asbestos removalist where required. We can also guide you on when sampling and laboratory testing is appropriate so you can make decisions with evidence before any work starts.
In Moonee Ponds, asbestos is often associated with older fibro eaves/soffits, external cladding to extensions, wet-area wall/ceiling linings, and older outbuildings like garages and sheds. In some older unit blocks, shared service areas or original balcony and eave linings can also be a concern. Flooring is another common hotspot where older vinyl layers were left under newer finishes.
Don’t cut, sand, drill or remove the material. Limit access if it’s damaged or crumbling, and avoid sweeping or vacuuming dust. Use the survey notes to organise targeted sampling and NATA-accredited lab testing, or engage a licensed asbestos professional for advice on management or removal. If you’re mid-renovation, pause the affected works until the material is confirmed and controlled properly.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections will identify likely asbestos-containing materials in your Moonee Ponds property and outline clear next steps before renovations or purchase. Call 0413 163 187 to arrange an inspection.