How does Teign Housing manage asbestos in my home?

We have a duty to manage asbestos in the communal areas of our buildings. We also carry out surveys in individual dwellings when a property becomes empty or before our contractors do some types of works in your property.

We have several options if we find asbestos and will pick the best one for your safety and to ensure any works in your property can be completed:

  • Leave in place – often the best and safest option
  • Removal
  • Encapsulation – this is where a special coating is applied to the material.

Asbestos surveys and remedial work

When asbestos is in good condition and not damaged it is not a danger. Once disturbed and its dust gets into the air is there a possible risk to health. Do not tamper with or touch any asbestos material.

Keeping yourself safe – our responsibilities
We provide our residents with information about the location of any asbestos within your home, if you would like another copy of this information, please contact our Customer First Team by emailing customerhub@teignhousing.co.uk or if you prefer you can call us on 01626 322722, option 2.
 
Keeping yourself safe – your responsibilities
If you ever suspect asbestos, from any damage or deterioration in your home – do not touch it. Don’t try to clean it up. Just call us straight away on 01626 322722, option 2, and we’ll get someone out to inspect it..
Your tenancy agreement with us requires you to seek written permission before carrying out any changes to the property.

 
Living Safely with Asbestos: What you should know
Do:
• Treat asbestos-containing materials with care and notify us promptly if you notice any signs of damage or deterioration. By doing this, you help maintain a safe environment.
• Please contact us before starting any DIY work, especially if you’re unsure about materials that may contain asbestos. We’re here to help you stay safe.
• Trust that in most cases, licensed specialists are the best people to safely remove and dispose of asbestos-containing materials, ensuring your home remains hazard-free.
 
Be mindful of:
• Stay confident! Asbestos-containing materials pose no risk as long as they remain undisturbed.
• Take care to avoid drilling, sanding, cutting, or disturbing areas known to contain asbestos – keeping them intact ensures your home stays safe.
• If asbestos dust isn’t inhaled, it won’t harm you. Maintaining its undisturbed condition will protect your health.
• Be cautious of sweeping, dusting, or vacuuming any disturbed asbestos. Let professionals handle it to keep your home secure.