How does removing asbestos increase home value?

When selling a property, the presence of ACMs can significantly reduce its value. 

Given the potential health risks and removal costs, buyers are often wary of purchasing properties containing asbestos, which can reduce asking prices by a large margin.  

However, removing asbestos before putting your property on the market can: 

• Ensure compliance with safety standards – Having a certified asbestos-free home can be a real selling point in today’s day and age. Seeking professional asbestos removal will ensure your property meets health and safety regulations and, as a result, this can significantly boost its value and appeal. 

• Increase marketability – Ensuring your property is clean and safe will make it more appealing to buyers and this increased appeal can increase its resale value. Homes free from asbestos generally sell faster, as they don’t pose the same health risks or legal implications. 

• Reduce future liability – Selling a property with asbestos can lead to legal complications in many areas, especially if sellers don’t disclose its presence to potential buyers. Removing asbestos will reduce potential legal and health-related costs later on, saving you a lot of money and hassle. 

• Warrant a smooth sale – The cost of asbestos removal can be substantial but the increase in property value, peace of mind, and faster sale process often outweigh the initial outlay. Plus, homes that are clear of ACMs are more likely to pass inspections, reducing the risk of future complications. 

Can you sell a property that contains asbestos?

There is no law preventing the sale of a home that contains asbestos and an asbestos survey is not compulsory when selling your property.  

However, if you’re aware of asbestos in your home, you must disclose its presence to potential buyers.  

Buyers have a right to know about any known hazards (including ACMs) before they decide whether to purchase a property. According to the Property Misdescriptions Act, it’s an offence to withhold such information and failing to abide by the law could result in legal action and financial consequences for sellers. 

If you’re unaware of the presence of asbestos in your property and it’s revealed during a pre-purchase survey arranged by a potential buyer, you won’t face repercussions. 

To avoid unexpected issues, it’s worth arranging an asbestos survey with DACT Contractors before selling your property. This will help you gain a clear understanding of the situation, including which building materials contain asbestos and their location, allowing you to provide transparency to potential buyers. 

Should you remove asbestos before selling your home?

There are numerous options available when selling a home with asbestos.  

• Professional asbestos removal 

Though not mandatory, some sellers arrange for specialists to remove the asbestos rather than taking a cut in the asking price.  

Our asbestos removal service can streamline the sale process, increase buyer confidence, mitigate legal issues, and boost your property’s value. 

By taking a proactive approach and removing asbestos before putting your house on the property market, you alleviate the responsibility from prospective buyers, which, in turn, makes your home more appealing. 

• Asbestos management  

Asbestos fibres are most hazardous when they’re inhaled. 

If the ACMs in your property are in good condition and unlikely to be disturbed, you may consider encapsulation. 

However, encapsulated ACMs require ongoing maintenance and inspection to ensure they remain in good condition. If they worsen, future removal may be needed – resulting in additional costs. 

How to remove asbestos from your home before selling

Working with an experienced team like DACT is key to a smooth process. 

Our asbestos removal service follows a simple four-step process, starting with an initial consultation and ending with your home free from asbestos. 

1. Consultation – If you’re looking to rid your home of asbestos before the ‘For Sale’ sign goes up, talk to our team and arrange a suitable time for us to inspect your property and garage. 

2. Asbestos survey – Our team is equipped to conduct a thorough inspection of your premises to ensure there’s no hidden asbestos. We can take samples for analysis at our UKAS-accredited laboratory where necessary, too. 

3. Asbestos removal and disposal – We’ll perform a full risk assessment before sealing contaminated areas and spraying them with water to minimise exposure and the spread of harmful asbestos fibres. All asbestos waste will be double-bagged and sealed, ready to be transported to our disposal site safely. 

4. Asbestos-free – We’ll inspect your property once more to ensure all the ACMs have been removed safely. 

Looking for professional asbestos removal?

If you’re a homeowner looking to sell a property that contains ACMs, look no further than DACT Contractors. 

We offer asbestos removal services for homeowners throughout the North West region of England, covering all areas in Merseyside, Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, and Cumbria. 

Our team take all the necessary precautions to ensure that asbestos-containing materials are handled properly. 

If you’d like to know more about our services and how we can ensure a smooth sale while protecting everyone’s health and safety and increasing your home’s resale value, call us on 01744 353 640 today. 

Or, if you prefer, you can email us at sales@dactcontractors.com and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.