Tally Ho has plenty of established homes and renovations where older eaves, garage sheeting and wet-area linings can still contain asbestos—our visual survey helps you spot likely risks before you sand, drill or demolish.
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We visually assess eaves, soffits, gable linings and wall claddings for fibre-cement profiles and ageing patterns consistent with asbestos-containing materials, because these areas are often disturbed during painting, gutter replacement and façade upgrades.
We inspect typical outbuilding linings and roof/wall sheets (including older flat and corrugated fibre cement) that are frequently drilled for storage, wiring or repairs—high-risk activities if the material is asbestos.
We check accessible wall and ceiling linings, backing boards and service penetrations where older renovations may have left asbestos sheeting in place behind tiles or splashbacks, reducing the chance of accidental disturbance during re-fit work.
Where accessible, we look for older vinyl tiles/sheet flooring and black mastic-style adhesives that can be associated with asbestos-era installations, which matters when owners plan sanding, grinding or floor removal.
We visually note roof and penetration areas (such as old flues, vents and patched sections) for asbestos-cement products, because trades often cut or modify these points during heating/cooling, solar or skylight work.
We record the location and condition of suspected materials and outline practical controls—avoidance, lab testing options, and when to use licensed removal—so you can plan renovations or maintenance safely and compliantly.
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Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
A Visual Asbestos Survey in Tally Ho involves an on-site inspection to identify building materials that look consistent with asbestos-containing products commonly used before 1990. It focuses on accessible areas such as eaves, external cladding, wet-area linings and outbuildings. It does not confirm asbestos content without laboratory testing, and it won’t involve destructive access or removing fixed finishes unless separately arranged.
No. Visual identification can strongly indicate likely asbestos-containing materials based on product type, age and appearance, but only NATA-accredited laboratory analysis can confirm the presence of asbestos fibres. If we find suspect materials, we’ll explain sampling options and when it’s worth testing—particularly before demolition, sanding, cutting, or major renovation work.
Yes. Renovations often leave older materials in place behind new linings, under flooring, or in garages and sheds that weren’t upgraded. A visual survey helps you spot “mixed-era” risks and highlights areas where future work could disturb older sheeting or adhesives. It’s especially useful before bathroom upgrades, kitchen changes, or replacing eaves, gutters and external cladding.
In Tally Ho, we often see concerns around older eaves and external fibre-cement cladding, garage and shed wall/roof sheets, and wet-area linings linked to pre-1990 construction or early renovations. Older vinyl flooring and adhesives can also be relevant. The exact risk depends on the property’s build era and what’s been replaced, patched or over-clad over time.
First, avoid disturbing the material—don’t drill, sand, scrape or break it. We’ll note the location and condition and recommend a practical next step: manage in place if it’s stable, arrange lab testing if confirmation is needed, or engage a licensed asbestos removalist for damaged materials or planned demolition. If you’re scheduling works, share the findings with your builder or trades.
Still have questions?
Get in TouchSpeak with ACE Building and Pest Inspections to identify likely asbestos in pre-1990 materials around your Tally Ho property before any repair or renovation work—call 0413 163 187.