getting rid of asbestos sheets
Professional asbestos sheet removal — licensed assessment, secure packaging, and EPA-compliant disposal across Australia.
If you’ve found corrugated or flat asbestos cement sheets in a roof, wall, eave or outbuilding, don’t risk DIY removal. C&A Asbestos Removal follows Safe Work Australia guidance and delivers safe, documented removals with minimal disruption.
Licensed removals • Wet methods • Full disposal paperwork
Why professional asbestos sheet removal is essential
Asbestos cement sheets — often used for roofing, wall sheeting, eaves and external cladding in homes and sheds built before the 1990s — can release dangerous fibres when cut, broken or disturbed. Those invisible fibres cause long-term respiratory diseases if inhaled.
Licensed removalists use risk assessments, containment zones, wet-method dismantling and correct PPE to keep fibres suppressed and prevent contamination of your property and neighbourhood.
Choosing a licensed team protects you legally and medically: it ensures compliant transport and disposal at EPA-licensed facilities and leaves you with full documentation for resale, insurance or strata records.
DIY removal risks — what most people miss
Improper fibre control
Cutting or snapping sheets releases fibres. Without wetting and containment, fibres travel in the air and settle throughout the home.
Wrong PPE and techniques
Home DIYers rarely have appropriate respirators, suits or wet-method equipment. This increases exposure risk significantly.
Illegal/inadequate disposal
Asbestos waste must go to licensed facilities. Incorrect disposal risks fines and environmental contamination — licensed transport and documentation are required.
We safely remove all types of asbestos sheets
From roofing to internal wall linings, we assess and remove asbestos sheeting using compliant methods and leave the site clean.
Roof sheeting
Corrugated and flat asbestos cement roofing removed using wet methods and safe lift procedures.
Wall and cladding sheets
External and internal asbestos cement wall sheets carefully removed and double-bagged on site.
Eaves, soffits & ceilings
Asbestos cement linings in eaves and ceilings removed with containment and drop-sheeting to protect finishes below.
Sheds, garages and outbuildings
Full dismantle and removal of asbestos sheeting from outdoor structures — site left tidy and documented.
Pick-up & disposal
We double-bag, label and arrange transport to EPA-licensed facilities and provide disposal paperwork for your records.
Documentation & compliance
You receive a full job report and disposal receipts compliant with WHS and environmental requirements.
Our licensed asbestos sheet removal process
Licensed assessment & quote
We assess the sheets, confirm whether the material is asbestos-containing (or coordinate sampling), and provide a clear, written quote and scope of work.
Work plan & controls
We set up exclusion zones, use signage, choose PPE and containment measures, and confirm access and drop-sheeting to protect your property and neighbours.
Wet-method removal & secure packaging
Sheets are wetted to suppress dust, removed intact where possible, double-bagged, labelled and sealed on site. We never use cutting unless absolutely required and controlled.
Licensed transport & disposal
We transport waste in compliant vehicles to EPA-licensed facilities. You receive disposal certificates and a job completion report for your records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I remove asbestos sheets myself?
DIY removal is strongly discouraged. Without licensed training, proper PPE, wet methods and containment, you risk releasing fibres into your home and neighbourhood. Many jurisdictions also regulate or prohibit DIY removal for certain quantities — choose a licensed removalist for safety and compliance.
How do you package and dispose of asbestos sheets?
We use wet methods during removal, then double-bag and label all waste on site. Waste is transported in compliant vehicles to EPA-licensed facilities and you receive disposal receipts and a job completion report.
Will removal damage my roof or walls?
Our team uses controlled lift techniques and protective measures (drop sheets, scaffold where needed) to minimise any damage. We assess the substrate first and discuss any necessary repairs or follow-up work before starting.
How much does asbestos sheet removal cost?
Cost depends on quantity, access, sheet condition and whether scaffolding or sampling is required. We provide free, no-obligation quotes after an assessment or from photos you send — call 0426 366 938 for a fast estimate.
Ready to get rid of asbestos sheets safely?
C&A Asbestos Removal provides licensed assessments, secure packaging and full disposal documentation — Australia-wide. Get a fast, free quote today.
Category: Asbestos Removal