Bathroom and Laundry Asbestos Removal in Wollongong
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The short answer
Old bathrooms and laundries often have cement sheet behind tiles,
in ceilings and under floor coverings.
We strip the asbestos materials before your renovator starts.
Bathrooms are quoted on site because every room is built differently.
About bathroom and laundry asbestos removal in Wollongong
Wet areas are where older homes most often used cement sheeting,
because it handled moisture well. It sits behind tiles, around the bath,
in the ceiling and sometimes under the vinyl.
If you are planning a new bathroom, get it tested before the demolition date.
It is much cheaper to plan for asbestos than to stop a job halfway.
How we do bathrooms work
1.
Test every layer
Walls, ceiling and floor coverings sampled separately.
2.
Fixtures off
Basin, vanity and fittings removed to reach the sheeting.
3.
Strip to frame
Tiles and sheeting removed together as asbestos waste.
4.
Ready for your renovator
Room cleaned and cleared so the builder can start.
The asbestos rules in NSW
The 10 m² limit
Without a licence,
a person can remove 10 m² or less of bonded asbestos in total for the job.
SafeWork NSW recommends a licensed removalist for any amount,
and homeowners must never remove friable asbestos.
Five days notice to SafeWork NSW
Licensed removalists notify SafeWork NSW 5 calendar days before removing more
than 10 m² of bonded asbestos or any friable asbestos.
Clearance before you move back in
After Class A work,
an independent licensed asbestos assessor does the clearance and air
monitoring is required. After Class B work,
an independent competent person or licensed assessor does it.
The area is cleared before it is used again.
What moves the price
Show the 4 price factors
- Tiles stuck to sheeting
- Ceiling and floor layers
- Plumbing and fixtures in the way
- Room size and access
How asbestos removal works
1.Quick chat
Tell us what you have found and where.
We ask a few plain questions and tell you straight away whether it can wait.
2.Testing if needed
If nobody knows what the material is, we take a small sample,
seal it and send it to an accredited lab. Only a lab test confirms asbestos.
3.Fixed quote
You get one written price that covers the removal, wrapping and disposal.
No surprise extras once the job starts.
4.Neighbours given notice
Before work starts we let the people next door know what is happening, when,
and how long it will take.
5.SafeWork NSW notified
For licensed removal,
SafeWork NSW is notified 5 calendar days before work starts,
as the rules require.
6.Removal
The area is sealed off,
sheets come out whole where possible and are kept damp,
then double wrapped on the spot.
7.Independent clearance
Someone independent of the removal crew inspects the area before you use it
again, and you get the clearance paperwork.
8.Licensed disposal
Waste goes to a licensed facility and you receive the disposal paperwork for
your records.
Bathrooms: your questions
Can the tiles be taken off and the sheeting left?
Rarely. Tiles bond to the sheet and breaking them off damages it.
Most of the time both come out together.
What about vinyl floor tiles?
Some older vinyl tiles and the backing under sheet vinyl can contain asbestos.
Test them before lifting.
How long is the bathroom out of action?
Usually a day or two for removal and clearance,
plus any SafeWork NSW notice period if the area is over 10 m².
Can I remove asbestos myself at all?
Without a licence,
a person can remove up to 10 m² of bonded asbestos in total for the job.
SafeWork NSW recommends using a licensed removalist for any amount,
and homeowners must never remove friable asbestos.
If you are unsure which type you have, assume you need help.
Will my neighbours be told?
Yes.
Before work starts we give the neighbours notice of what is being removed,
when the work is on and how long it will take.
Most people just want to know when to close their windows,
and a heads up goes a long way.
Request an asbestos quote
We will be in touch within 30 minutes. If it can wait, we will say so.
If it should not be touched, we will tell you what to do in the meantime.
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