Asbestos was popularly used in Australia from 1945 until fully banned in the construction and building industry in 1985. Due to its fire resistance and durability, it was good for use in fencing as well. Since it is known as a health risk today, here are some things you should know about asbestos fencing around your house.

• Generally, asbestos fencing is installed buried under the ground at a minimum depth of 500mm. Thus, using an excavator is the fastest and easiest approach to removing it. If you are concerned about taking an excavator into your lawn, don’t worry. You can find a mini excavator that fits your lawn aptly and lets you do the job with ease. You can even find a machine that goes in easily through the front door.
• Asbestos fibres that are not painted can pose more risks. Since the fence was installed more than 50 years ago, the materials may have worn it down. And those materials are continuously delivering deadly asbestos fibres into the environment.
• Asbestos fences have 3 main types – buried, woven, and post and rail.
• A fence usually weighs over 2000 Kg. So, it isn’t something a DIY enthusiast can do as removing such a heavy fence (loaded with asbestos) needs careful planning and management measures. Leave the job to experts.
• And when the fence is the pool fencing’s part, the laws of pool fencing apply.

And similar to other tasks of asbestos removal, removing a contaminated fence should be done safely with the help of Newcastle asbestos removal professionals.