Explore expert English articles on asbestos safety, risks, and removal. Translated from Flemish blogs with OVAM insights and legal context from Belgium.

Find out whether you're required to remove asbestos from your home and which rules and exceptions apply.

Wondering how much asbestos removal might cost? Use OVAM’s official calculator and contact Asbestspotter for neutral, expert asbestos advice.

Read the personal story behind my decision to become an asbestos expert and my passion for creating asbestos-safe environments.

Learn about the different types of asbestos, their characteristics, and where they are commonly found.

Learn what amosite is, how it was used, and the serious health risks it poses.

Discover how amosite, a type of asbestos, is found in pipe insulation and what precautions are necessary to stay safe.

Learn how to recognize hidden asbestos in vinyl floor tiles and what steps to take for safe removal.

Discover the symbolism and thought process behind the color choices in the Asbestspotter logo.

Find out if you're allowed to remove asbestos yourself, what risks are involved, and when to call in professional help.

Discover the hidden history of asbestos in Kent cigarette filters, the health risks of crocidolite, and the lawsuits that followed this shocking product failure.

Discover the story of the Russian city of Asbest, known for its large-scale asbestos mining and the impact on its population.

Find out why damage caused by asbestos is not covered by fire insurance—and what alternatives are available.

Learn what steps to take during an asbestos fire in your area to protect yourself and others.

Understand the difference between "asbestos-safe" and "asbestos-free" according to OVAM, and what this means for your home.

Discover the differences between loose and bonded asbestos, their applications, and the associated health risks.