Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was once widely used in building materials due to its durability, heat resistance, and fireproofing properties. However, it was later discovered that asbestos fibers can cause serious health problems when inhaled. That's why its use has been banned in many countries around the world.

If you have an old building in Hever that was built before 2000, it's possible that it still contains asbestos materials such as:

• Asbestos insulation around pipes, boilers, and ducts
• Asbestos roofing and siding materials
• Asbestos floor tiles and adhesives
• Asbestos cement sheets and pipes
• Asbestos textured coatings on ceilings, walls, and beams

If these materials are damaged or disturbed, asbestos fibers can be released into the air and inhaled by anyone in the vicinity. This can lead to a range of serious health problems including lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis.