Safe Asbestos Removals
Complete Demolition provides safe and dependable asbestos removal and remediation services throughout the Central Coast, Newcastle and the Hunter Valley. We have been operating out of Tuggerah for more than 20 years.
What is asbestos?
Often found in older houses, Asbestos is a highly toxic material, especially when disturbed, and should be treated with caution.
Asbestos is the name given to a group of silicate minerals that occur naturally in the environment as bundles of fibres. These minerals are either of the serpentine group or the amphibole group. Serpentine asbestos includes the mineral chrysotile, or ‘white asbestos’, which has long, curly fibres that can be woven.
Because of asbestos’s many advantageous qualities such as strength, flexibility, heat stability, insulation properties, adsorption capacity and resistance to degradation, it has been used worldwide in numerous ways. The use in human culture dates back at least 4,500 years. The actual commercial use of asbestos began in the late 19th Century. Asbestos has been used in roofing, insulation and flooring materials, cement, gaskets, brakes, plastics, textiles and so on.
For more information, read the Asbestos Fact Sheet.
If you find signs of asbestos in your home, our team at Complete Demolition will handle its removal with care.
For expert help with asbestos removal on the Central Coast, get in touch with our team today, Call us on
0428 170 278 or
contact us online.
We are a licenced contractor for asbestos removals in NSW. Asbestos remediation is a detailed process that requires specialised knowledge and experience. When it comes to handling asbestos, you’ll want to know that you have professionals on the job.
Our
licenced and insured crew
wears protective clothing and full safety gear, including overalls, boots, P2 Masks and gloves.
Every team member is dedicated to professionalism and fully adheres to all safety requirements.
What Does Our Asbestos Services Include?
- Asbestos Surveys & Analysis
- Site Decontamination
- Asbestos Containment
- Asbestos Disposal
- Commercial, Industrial & Residential
If you need it done, we have the machinery to do it. Our diverse range of equipment includes 2.5-tonne and 8-tonne Daihatsu tippers, 8-tonne flat-top Hiab, 12-tonne Bogey tippers, 24 ft and 32ft semi tippers, semi-low loaders and several 16-tonne twin-steer tippers.
Get Educated On The Dangers Of Asbestos
We support the Pleural Mesothelioma Center, which is an advocacy group providing extensive information on asbestos and the diseases it causes.
They are dedicated to educating people on the dangers of asbestos and how to stay safe if they suspect it in their home. Pleural mesothelioma is the most common form of mesothelioma, the cancer caused by asbestos, and we have put together a great guide on it: pleuralmesothelioma.com/cancer/
Feel free to contact them for any questions or just need support, in regards to any issues you may have with Asbestos.
Where is Asbestos Commonly Found In Homes?
Asbestos is commonly found in a number of household areas including underneath kitchen and bathroom tiles, within the walls, as well as surrounding hot water pipes within brick homes.
In backyards or the exterior of the home, asbestos is commonly found in flat, patterned and corrugated wall and roof sheeting, underneath eaves, in electrical meter boards and around the roof, gutters and downpipes.
Is asbestos prohibited in Australia?
While asbestos has been a prohibited product in Australia since December 2003, in many countries it is still used in manufactured products. Certification provided to importers from overseas manufacturers that goods are asbestos-free have sometimes found to be wrong for the purposes of our regulations. Local standards in some supplier countries may classify goods ‘asbestos free’ where they meet a certain low level of asbestos content.
In Australia, a product found with any level of asbestos is prohibited for import or use. Importers should be aware of the varying definitions and standards applied in the country of origin and/or supply. Australian regulations apply at the border. The importer must ensure they do not import asbestos into Australia. They should:
- Request certification from the manufacturer that the goods are asbestos-free
- Obtain evidence from the overseas supplier, eg product testing results that the product/material does not contain asbestos
- Arrange a competent person to sample the goods/materials for testing by a laboratory prior to shipping (It is recommended that a NATA accredited laboratory, accredited for the relevant test method (AS 4964 Method for the qualitative identification of asbestos in bulk samples), or internationally equivalent laboratories be used)
We Provide Asbestos Removal Across the Central Coast
Our asbestos remediation team services clients based in Budgewoi, Buff Point, Gosford, Tuggerah, Wyong, Central Coast, The Entrance, Long Jetty, Bateau Bay, Shelly Beach, Terrigal, and all Hunter regions and Northern areas such as Nelsons Bay, Hawks Nest and Forster. Ask us about service outside of these areas, and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Asbestos FAQs
How do I know which materials in my home or business contain asbestos?
The short answer is that you won't know unless the material is professionally tested. Although older materials are more likely to contain asbestos than modern ones, there's no way to visually distinguish a piece of plasterboard or cement that contains asbestos from a similar material that doesn't contain it.
Does asbestos always have to be removed?
No. In some circumstances, it may be more dangerous to remove it than it is to leave it in position. If the asbestos is tightly bonded (for example in asbestos cement) and in good repair, if it's painted and not subject to traffic, it's probably best left alone. Your asbestos professional will be able to advise on how best to manage any installations that have tested positive for asbestos in your property.
Are some types of asbestos more dangerous than others?
Yes and no. Some studies have shown that people exposed to asbestos fibres are more susceptible to disease if they inhale amphibole asbestos (blue or brown asbestos) rather than white, chrysotile asbestos. That said, all asbestos fibres, including chrysotile, have the potential to cause serious illness if inhaled. Individuals have different tolerances - for some people, even a small exposure may be enough to trigger disease; in other cases, individuals can be exposed to large quantities of asbestos and remain unaffected. It is best to always err on the side of caution when dealing with asbestos.
I have discovered I have asbestos in my home, what should I do?
If a sample of a material in your property has tested positive for asbestos, your asbestos professional will advise on the level of risk it presents - for example, a large amount of loosely packed, ageing asbestos insulation presents a higher risk than a small amount of painted asbestos cement in good condition. Based on their recommendations, you can implement a suitable management plan to minimise risk in your property to you and your family.
Do homes built after 2003 contain asbestos?
Although the use of asbestos materials after 2003 was banned, there's no guarantee that some may not have found their way into your home. Anything from builders using asbestos materials inadvertently through to subsequent owners doing DIY with old, asbestos-containing materials they've got lying about could result in asbestos in your home. As always, if in doubt, arrange for professional sample testing so you know what you're dealing with.
