Think you’ve found asbestos? Leave it alone and talk to us first.
Safe asbestos removal starts with a clear plan, not a guess. We help Wagga Wagga property owners get the right licensed professionals for asbestos in homes, rental properties, sheds, workshops, commercial buildings and renovation sites, so the job is done safely, legally and properly the first time.
Many building materials look like asbestos, and many that contain it look perfectly harmless. That’s why any suspected material should be treated with caution until it’s properly identified. The only reliable way to confirm asbestos is a professional assessment and, where needed, testing by an accredited laboratory.
The right removal approach depends on what the material is, what condition it’s in, where it’s located and how much of it there is.
Friable asbestos can be crumbled or turned to powder by hand pressure when dry. Because it releases fibres more easily, it carries a higher risk and must be removed by a removalist holding a Class A licence.
Bonded (non-friable) asbestos, such as asbestos cement sheeting, is more stable while intact. Depending on the quantity and circumstances, it may still require a licensed removalist. We’ll help you understand which applies to your property.
Every job is scoped to suit your property. Depending on your situation, your asbestos removal in Wagga Wagga may include a site inspection, sample testing, a removal plan, sealing off the work area, removal by appropriately licensed personnel, decontamination, secure waste containment, and legal transport and disposal. Some projects also need air monitoring, a clearance inspection or a clearance certificate.
You’ll only pay for what your job genuinely needs. Your contractor will explain exactly which of these steps apply to your project, and nothing should be listed as included unless it’s actually being provided.
Local property owners often contact us about corrugated cement roofing, flat fibro wall sheets, eaves, internal wall and ceiling linings, vinyl floor coverings, pipe lagging, old garage linings and boundary fences. Homes and sheds built before 1990 are the most likely to contain asbestos, but only testing can confirm it.
To get started, just tell us your property address, what you think the material is, where it’s located, roughly how large the area is, when you’d like the work done, and whether the material has been damaged. We’ll help arrange the right first step for your situation.
If removal is needed, you’ll receive a written scope before any work begins. It should clearly set out what will be removed, who manages the waste, what safety measures are included, what access is required, the expected timeframe, any exclusions, and the total price or how the price is calculated. No surprises.
Before accepting any quote, ask your contractor to show and explain their current licence details. SafeWork NSW recommends using licensed asbestos professionals and offers an online licence check so you can verify them yourself. A reputable removalist will be happy for you to check.
Keep yourself and your family safe — what not to do: Please don’t pressure-clean, drill, cut, sand, scrape, saw, smash or break any material you suspect contains asbestos. Never put it in household bins, leave it on the kerb or take it to a facility that isn’t approved to accept asbestos. If other tradespeople need to work in the area, let them know about the suspected asbestos before they start.
Have questions or ready for a quote? Call 0480 850 340 or request a quote online and we’ll help you take the next safe step.