Pascoe Vale South has many mid-century and pre-1990 homes with original eaves, wet-area linings and older outbuildings—common places asbestos can still be present before you renovate or repair.
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We visually assess external wall cladding, eaves, soffits and gable ends for older fibre-cement profiles and fixings commonly associated with asbestos-containing sheeting. These areas are often drilled for lighting, security cameras and new gutters, so identifying suspect material early reduces the chance of accidental disturbance.
We inspect accessible wall and ceiling linings in wet areas where older cement sheet was widely used before 1990. We look for renovation seams, tile-underlay clues, and penetrations around plumbing that can release dust if cut or chased during upgrades.
We check ceiling spaces we can access visually (and the underside where relevant) for suspect sheeting, older manhole surrounds and areas around exhaust fans, downlights and vents. These penetrations are common DIY upgrade points where cutting can create airborne fibres if the substrate is asbestos-containing.
We assess older vinyl tiles/sheet flooring and adhesive residues that can be associated with asbestos-containing backing or mastics. In Pascoe Vale South homes, this is particularly relevant when kitchens or laundries are being updated and the flooring is being scraped or ground back.
We inspect garages, sheds, carports and boundary fencing for older cement sheeting and panels that may contain asbestos. These structures are often weathered, cracked or patched, which increases the risk if you plan to replace panels, install shelving, or demolish a structure.
For each suspect material, we record its condition (intact, damaged, friable risk, weathering) and how likely it is to be disturbed by typical works. This helps you prioritise what needs testing, encapsulation, or specialist removal before renovation activity starts.
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In Pascoe Vale South, the most common suspect areas include eaves and soffits, wet-area wall/ceiling linings in bathrooms and laundries, older vinyl flooring and adhesives, and cement sheeting on garages, sheds and fences. Many homes have been partly renovated, so asbestos can remain in adjacent rooms or external areas. A Visual Asbestos Survey maps these likely materials before any cutting, drilling or demolition begins.
A visual survey identifies materials that look consistent with asbestos-containing products used in Australia before 1990, but it cannot confirm asbestos content with certainty. Confirmation requires laboratory analysis of a collected sample. If we see suspect sheeting, flooring or insulation products, we’ll explain why it’s suspected and recommend where sampling makes sense, especially before renovations, demolition, or any work that could damage the material.
We inspect accessible internal and external areas that commonly contain asbestos-containing materials, including wet areas, ceilings and penetrations, eaves, cladding, and outbuildings like garages and sheds. We also look at older flooring types and visible adhesives where accessible. The survey is visual, so concealed spaces behind fixed cabinetry, under built-in finishes, or inside sealed wall cavities can’t be verified without invasive access or targeted sampling.
Before stripping tiles, removing wall sheeting or cutting new plumbing channels, organise a Visual Asbestos Survey to identify any suspect cement sheet linings and penetrations. If suspect materials are present, the safest next step is laboratory testing of a sample collected using appropriate controls, or engaging a qualified asbestos professional for removal planning. Starting demolition without checks can contaminate the space and turn a simple reno into a major clean-up.
If suspected asbestos-containing materials are intact and unlikely to be disturbed, management may involve leaving them in place, sealing/encapsulating surfaces, and documenting locations so future works avoid disturbance. If materials are damaged, weathered or in a high-traffic work zone, testing and a removal plan may be more appropriate. We’ll outline practical options based on the location and condition observed during the visual survey.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections helps you pinpoint likely asbestos in pre-1990 materials across Pascoe Vale South homes and outbuildings, so you can renovate safely and plan testing where it counts. Call 0413 163 187.