Asbestos is a mineral that was routinely added to over 3,000 common building materials prior to 1990. Asbestos was frequently used because of its ability to withstand high temperatures, add strength to a material without adding much in terms of weight, and to efficiently insulate. When asbestos fibres are bonded to other materials, in good repair, and left completely undisturbed, the mineral is relatively harmless. However as soon as the asbestos containing material becomes damaged or disturbed in any way, invisible asbestos fibres are released and become airborne. We then unknowingly inhale these fibres and they can embed themselves in the lining of our lungs and lead to several serious diseases including Asbestosis and Mesothelioma.