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Nunawading has plenty of mid-century homes and older shopfronts that can still hide asbestos in eaves, wet areas and outbuildings—especially where past updates didn’t replace original linings.
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We visually assess eaves and soffit linings for asbestos-cement sheeting and ageing fibre cement products. These areas are commonly disturbed during roof, gutter, solar and repainting works, so identifying suspect material early helps prevent accidental drilling and fibre release.
We inspect bathrooms, laundries and separate toilets for older sheet linings, backing boards and patch repairs that may indicate asbestos-containing products. Wet areas are renovation hotspots, and asbestos is most often disturbed when removing tiles, linings or installing new services.
We check accessible walls and roof linings in garages, sheds and lean-tos for flat or corrugated asbestos cement. These structures in Nunawading blocks are often older than the main dwelling or built with reclaimed materials, making them a common source of overlooked asbestos.
We look for suspect wall/ceiling sheets and pay attention to cut-outs around power points, heaters, vents and pipe penetrations. Disturbance often happens during electrical and plumbing upgrades, so identifying high-risk locations helps you brief trades properly.
We visually note vinyl sheet flooring, older tiles and adhesive/underlay patterns that can suggest asbestos content. Flooring removal is a frequent DIY job, and the wrong approach can create dust—so we flag areas where testing or controlled removal should be considered.
We document whether suspect materials appear intact, weathered, cracked or previously cut, and explain what that means for risk. Condition matters: stable, sealed material may be managed, while friable or damaged material generally needs specialist handling.
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In Nunawading, we commonly see suspect asbestos materials in external eaves/soffits, wet area wall linings behind tiles, older garages and sheds, and some older floor finishes. Many homes have had partial updates, so asbestos can remain in less obvious places like rear extensions, outbuildings or patched sections. A visual survey helps pinpoint the likely locations before any cutting, sanding or removal starts.
A visual asbestos survey identifies materials that are consistent with asbestos-containing products, based on age, appearance and typical use. It does not confirm asbestos the way laboratory testing does. If confirmation is required, we’ll recommend sampling and analysis by an appropriate asbestos testing provider. The visual survey is still valuable because it narrows down the areas that matter most for safety and renovation planning.
Yes. Bathrooms and laundries are high-risk areas in pre-1990 properties because older sheeting and backing boards may contain asbestos, and renovation work often involves demolition, grinding and drilling. A Visual Asbestos Survey helps you identify suspect linings and penetrations so you can plan safe removal methods, decide whether testing is needed, and brief your trades before any strip-out begins.
Yes. Rear sheds and garages are frequently where asbestos cement turns up, including corrugated wall or roof sheets and flat lining boards. We’ll visually assess accessible areas of the outbuilding and note any damaged or weathered sections that may increase risk. If the structure is being demolished or repaired, we’ll also outline why testing or licensed removal may be the safest next step.
Don’t cut, sand, pressure-wash or remove the material. Keep it undisturbed and consider restricting access if it’s damaged. The next step depends on condition and your plans: intact material may be managed or sealed, while damaged or friable material may require licensed removal. If you need confirmation, arrange laboratory testing before works commence. We’ll explain the practical options based on what we observe.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the pre-1990 materials common in Nunawading homes and outbuildings, helping you plan renovations and maintenance without accidentally disturbing suspect asbestos. Call 0413 163 187.