Asbestos was widely used in the construction industry in the UK till the mid-1980s. Since then, the use of asbestos-containing materials has been gradually declining. However, many old buildings in Barnes Cray may still contain asbestos materials.

It's impossible to identify asbestos-containing materials by sight alone. Asbestos fibres are microscopic and can only be seen through a microscope. Therefore, it's crucial to test buildings for asbestos before any work is carried out. That's why asbestos testing in Barnes Cray is crucial.