Victory Close – Emergency Call-Out for Collapsed Ceiling & Suspected Asbestos

At ICEASBESTOS, we understand that when the unexpected happens, swift and professional action is crucial — especially when asbestos is suspected. That’s exactly what happened when we received an urgent call from a client in housing association regarding a property in Victory Close, Nottinghamshire where a routine leak from an upstairs bath led to something much more serious.

Upon arrival, we found that the leak had caused the kitchen ceiling to completely collapse. The attending contractor, rightly concerned about potential asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in the ceiling structure, needed immediate assistance before any further works could safely begin.

Our team responded promptly and professionally, stripping the affected area right back to the joists to allow for full inspection and safe removal where necessary. This thorough approach ensured any risk was identified and managed before works resumed, and also left a clean, clear space for the contractor to re-board the ceiling to a high standard.

To ensure long-term safety, we finished by scraping back all exposed edges and applying ET150 encapsulation paint, a specialist solution designed to seal surfaces and minimise any risk of fibre release. This crucial step provides peace of mind and helps maintain a safe environment for both contractors and future occupants.