Asbestos is not something you want in your home. It has been well-publicised in recent years the health hazards the presence of airborne asbestos particles can have. Unfortunately, prior to 1990 many Queensland homes were built with asbestos products, and your home’s roof wasn’t exempt from this practice.
As a naturally-occurring fire-retardant and heat-resistant material, asbestos was a popular addition to the sheeting for walls and ceilings. The reasoning was that it would help to prevent the spread of flames in the event of a fire. Sounds good in theory, but this was before anyone knew just how toxic asbestos particles could be.
Undisturbed, asbestos doesn’t really pose a risk. The problem is, that when your roof ages from years of exposure to the elements and the harsh Queensland sun, the asbestos sheeting starts to break down, allowing small particles of asbestos fibres to become airborne. And that’s when the health of the occupants gets put at risk.
If you have an older home that likely has asbestos sheeting in the roof, then it’s a wise time to get a roof replacement.
Roof replacement of its own is a specialist field. Removal and replacement of an asbestos roof is a speciality all on its own, and at Vantage Point Roofing we have many years of experience in the delicate task of both removing the asbestos roof and replacing it with quality, modern and safe metal roofing.
Vantage Point Roofing in Brisbane is fully insured for the task at hand and our team are experts in the art of safe asbestos removal. You want to deal with a company that has the expertise to complete both tasks:
- The removal of the old asbestos roof
- Installation of a brand new, hazard-free roof
The removal and replacement of your old asbestos roof will give you and your neighbours complete peace of mind, as well as adding value and street appeal to your home. You will now be able to fully insulate your home and save on energy bills, as well as having the capacity to install solar panels on your new roof.
Don’t trust the task of removing an old asbestos roof to just anyone. It’s a tricky job best left to those who know what they’re doing. Vantage Point Roofing are your local experts when it comes to asbestos roof removal and roof replacement, so if you suspect you have an old asbestos roof that you want gone, get in touch today and make a booking to have it replaced.
