Worrying about having asbestos in your home can be stressful. That is why it is usually recommended to have your home tested for it as soon as you can.
Thankfully there are a couple of easy ways to test for asbestos. It is up to you to choose the one that is right for you.
Home testing kits -- You can buy a home testing kit from an asbestos inspection company that sells them, or from a major supplier like Amazon.
These kits are inexpensive and arrive with everything you will need to test for asbestos in your home.
Do be aware, though, home testing is not as precise or effective as hiring a company to do the testing for you. If you want to be sure you get the most accurate test results then, it will usually pay you to hire a company instead.
Asbestos testing by a professional testing company -- There are companies that specialize in asbestos testing, and they are often the best choice for a home owner. This is particularly true if you plan on selling your home in the future, as a company will be able to certify your home is asbestos-free.
Testing is done by taking a variety of samples from around your home -- usually from under the floorboards, in heating and air conditioning cavities, under stairs and in cupboards, attics and basements.
These samples are then taken to a laboratory that specializes in asbestos testing in Sydney.
You will receive the results in a couple of days, along with suggestions of the next step to take if your home is found to be contaminated with asbestos.
