Roofs and eaves

Asbestos can be found in adhesives like grout, sealants, putties and dry powder mixes used in many places like windows, bathrooms and kitchens.

Bituminous membrane is a thin, flexible black sheeting, used for waterproofing or dampening sound. The sheeting contains bitumen with added asbestos.

Cement containing asbestos usually comes as cement sheeting but can be moulded (sprayed) onto any surface when wet. Be asbestos aware.

Cement render can be textured, coloured or painted. It is a pre-mixed layer of sand and cement layered over brick, cement, stone or mud brick. 

Asbestos cement sheeting can feel hard and brittle. Asbestos cement sheeting is white to grey in colour. It is usually flat and smooth, and may be painted or have dimples like a golf ball on one side.

Corrugated cement sheets are usually white to grey, but may be painted. They are hard and brittle, with a dimpled surface like a golf ball on one side.