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Asbestos in my garage

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We moved into a house last September. This house was built in 1976. Whilst we were planning to build an extension, we discovered that the garage ceiling is boarded using Asbestos. Its been there, I suspect, from the time this house was built. We got it checked with engineers from 2 different companies and they have confirmed it is asbestos. My question is , what is the risk for my family if it is left untouched?

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    Hi there ... can understand how worried you must feel ... I'm 63 and I remember when I was at school in science class we all used asbestos slab under our Brunson burners ...  we were always seeing if it would burn And my dad had it in his shed ... so although it's harmful , don't think it's instant ... maybe idea to ask your council office as they maybe able to remove it safely ... 

    good idea of Davies to go on line to for advice ... good luck Chrisie X

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    Hi there ... can understand how worried you must feel ... I'm 63 and I remember when I was at school in science class we all used asbestos slab under our Brunson burners ...  we were always seeing if it would burn And my dad had it in his shed ... so although it's harmful , don't think it's instant ... maybe idea to ask your council office as they maybe able to remove it safely ... 

    good idea of Davies to go on line to for advice ... good luck Chrisie X

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