Topic ID 1286
Can anyone recommend somebody that can fix a crack in an asbestos flue?
Reply ID 15340
I was under the impression that once damaged, an asbestos product should be removed rather than repaired, since the fibres are now disturbed. If still in good order, the product should not be moved, in order to limit the possibility of damage. Whatever the answer, I know that in order to operate with/handle asbestos, you are supposed to have a licence from the HSE. I'm sure the council holds a list, if all else fails.
Reply ID 15343
quote:Isn't that just blue asbestos? The flue is white asbestos.
Originally posted by 2929paul
I was under the impression that once damaged, an asbestos product should be removed rather than repaired, since the fibres are now disturbed. If still in good order, the product should not be moved, in order to limit the possibility of damage. Whatever the answer, I know that in order to operate with/handle asbestos, you are supposed to have a licence from the HSE. I'm sure the council holds a list, if all else fails.
Reply ID 15345
My understanding is that white asbestos, whilst not as dangerous as blue or brown asbestos, is still a proven cause of the same deadly diseases and would therefore now treated be treated in the same way. Thinking about that, plumbers and the like must have experience with this all the time and know the regulations. I'm certain they no longer use materials with white asbestos any more for new builds though.
Reply ID 15349
I had some ancient electric storage heaters removed several years ago that contained some white abestos panels. The electricity company put me in touch with some people who attempted to remove them without dismantling them. They failed to get some from upstairs down the stairs, but they brought in an A-team who managed it. Talk about being strong, God knows how they managed it. If they had failed, one of the bedrooms would have had to been sealed off and specialist contractors would have had to be called in to dimantle and remove the heaters. If all else fails you could contact one of the electricity companies, but I'm sure the council could help.
Reply ID 15350
From The East Herts District Council website: [url="http://www.eastherts.gov.uk/home%20maintenance/asbestos.htm"]Advice On Dealing with Asbestos[/url]
Reply ID 15358
My Girlfriend's Dad is a licensed abestos remover so I can check with him tonight. It's obviously serious stuff due to his insurance being £50,000+ per year!!!
Reply ID 15365
quote:I'm hoping nothing will have to be removed. Transgas said it needed repairing, but until then my gas has been turned off!!! It's the blitz spirit in our house at the moment, just hope the weather doesn't get really cold. If they have to remove the flue I've got to have new boiler and tank... estimated at 2.5k .Just what I need after Christmas. Fortunately I have all the receipts for the kids' Christmas presents.
Originally posted by thefair1973
My Girlfriend's Dad is a licensed abestos remover so I can check with him tonight. It's obviously serious stuff due to his insurance being £50,000+ per year!!!
Reply ID 15389
This makes very interesting reading. It seems many people are being exploited over asbestos removal. http://www.asbestoswatchdog.co.uk/need.html
Reply ID 15395
quote:Probably the same people who forward virus and scam warning emails! Remember, there is no £20 a minutes premium rate! (Sorry, gone a bit off-topic here)
Originally posted by nora batty
This makes very interesting reading. It seems many people are being exploited over asbestos removal. http://www.asbestoswatchdog.co.uk/need.html
Reply ID 15407
Ref: £20 premium rate... I don't understand that comment Steve... I couldn't see anything about a Premium Rate, only a £20 request for sampling, which seems very reasonable to me. More at http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2006/01/15/nbook15.xml#3
Reply ID 15412
Sorry, I was digressing! I was referring to people who forward hoax emails about mobile phones scams that claim you'll be charged £20/min in you press 9 or whatever. Complete hockum. Nora mentioned people being exploited over asbestos removal. In my own obscure way I was just pointing out that some people are simply gullible and can't tell when they're being had. [:)]
Reply ID 15416
quote:Oh, I understand now. Fortunately my Dad's a bit of a chemistry buff and I already have some understanding of the properties of asbestos, but it's not something you'd expect every Joe to know and I can understand people panicking over asbestos, which could be dangerous to your health, rather than premium rate calls which are just dangerous to your wealth.
Originally posted by Steve
Sorry, I was digressing! I was referring to people who forward hoax emails about mobile phones scams that claim you'll be charged £20/min in you press 9 or whatever. Complete hockum. Nora mentioned people being exploited over asbestos removal. In my own obscure way I was just pointing out that some people are simply gullible and can't tell when they're being had. [:)]