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Asbestos
Asbestos was used in building materials until the mid 1980s. As long as it remains undamaged and does not deteriorate, it is safe.
Asbestos is potentially dangerous if asbestos fibres are released when materials containing asbestos are damaged or disturbed.
We have procedures for managing asbestos in our properties, which includes a register of dwellings where asbestos has been found or is believed to exist. The register is continually updated by surveying buildings so that we can decide the safest way to deal with it.
All Trust tenants will be advised when they sign for their tenants if there is any asbestos in the property, including the type, location and necessary precautions.
If asbestos is present in your property, please note the following instructions:
- Do not use abrasives of any kind on asbestos materials
- Do not use hand or power drills or other tools on asbestos materials
- Do not use sandpaper to “key” asbestos surfaces fro painting or decorating
If you have any concerns about the possibility of asbestos in your home, please contact us in the following ways:
By telephone on FREEPHONE 0800 980 9008. This number can be used for emergencies, 24 hours a day, and 7 days a week.
Via the website by using the online form. Please use the following link to access form Request a Repair Form.
Via email mail to repairs@paragon.co.uk
Via text to 'REPAIRS' and your name to 07961 076 076
By letter to Paragon Maintenance Department, FREEPOST WB510, Paragon Community Housing Group, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey KT12 1DZ.
In person by calling at our offices in Walton-on-Thames. Our office is open Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm (except bank holidays).
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