LICENSED ASBESTOS REMOVAL SHELLHARBOUR
Shellharbour Demolition has been delivering safe, compliant asbestos removal across the Illawarra for over 20 years. From residential wall cladding and eaves to outdated roofing and outbuildings, our licensed team knows how to identify, contain, and clear hazardous materials fast and safely.
We’ve built our reputation on maintaining rigorous containment standards, transparent communication, and efficient site turnovers. Our crew works directly with homeowners, builders, and certifiers to manage SafeWork notifications, NATA lab testing, and air monitoring so your build stays on track.
Our licensed operators strictly follow SafeWork NSW regulations, utilise negative-pressure containment and continuous wet suppression, and track all waste through the EPA WasteLocate network for guaranteed clearance sign-off.
WHERE ASBESTOS IS COMMONLY FOUND IN ILLAWARRA HOMES
If your home was built or renovated before 1990, there is a good chance asbestos was used in its construction. It is completely safe when left undisturbed, but it requires professional removal before any renovation or knockdown project begins.
| Where It Is Hiding | Common Home Application | How We Safely Remove It |
|---|---|---|
| Eaves & Outside Walls | Flat fibro sheeting on exterior walls, gables, and under roof eaves | We spray sheets with water to stop dust, unbolt panels intact, and clear the area. |
| Old Garages, Sheds & Roofs | Corrugated "Super Six" roof sheets, freestanding sheds, and workshops | We seal the panels, carefully unscrew each sheet, and place them straight into lined trucks. |
| Bathrooms, Kitchens & Laundries | Hard cement backing sheets hidden directly beneath floor and wall tiles | We strip out tiles and underlay together, then HEPA-vacuum the room to catch loose debris. |
| Boundary Fences | Corrugated fibro fencing panels running between neighbouring yards | We hand-remove panels without breaking them, check the ground soil, and leave a clear boundary. |
OUR NATA TESTING & CLEARANCE PROCESS
Managing hazardous materials requires an uncompromised chain of custody. We guide your project through strict legal protocols from initial sample analysis to final clearance.
NATA Sample Testing & Inspection
If asbestos is suspected, samples are collected and sent to a NATA-accredited laboratory to confirm the exact fiber profile before touching a single panel.
SafeWork NSW Notification & Site Isolation
We lodge mandatory 5-day SafeWork NSW notifications, seal off the work zone with heavy-duty plastic containment, and establish clear hazard warning perimeters.
Controlled Wet Removal & Containment
Panels are sprayed with specialised PVA binding solutions to trap loose fibres, unscrewed intact without breaking, and double-wrapped in plastic sheeting.
Air Monitoring & Independent Clearance
An independent Occupational Hygienist conducts air monitoring tests and performs a thorough visual inspection to issue an official Clearance Certificate for your site.
WHO HANDLES WHAT BEFORE WORK BEGINS?
Handling hazardous materials requires clear coordination between property owners and our licensed removal team. Here is how site responsibilities are split:
What You (Or Your Builder) Provide:
- Unobstructed site access and active water supply connections for dust suppression systems.
- Access for pre-demolition hazardous material survey assessments.
What Shellharbour Demolition Manages:
- Mandatory 5-day SafeWork NSW removal notifications.
- Neighbour notifications for adjacent property boundary lines.
- Full PPE, negative-pressure dust extraction, and containment setup.
- EPA WasteLocate tracking and independent Hygienist Clearance Certificates.
LOCAL WASTE HANDLING & RECOVERY
We strictly adhere to NSW EPA guidelines, ensuring hazardous waste is tracked and disposed of without risk to the local environment.
Double-Wrap Containment
We wrap materials on site in heavy-duty 200-micron plastic, seal them thoroughly, and label them to SafeWork standards.
EPA WasteLocate Tracking
Every vehicle load is registered and live-tracked through the NSW EPA WasteLocate app from site pickup to final delivery.
Authorised Disposal
Transported directly to approved regional hazardous waste management facilities, avoiding illegal dumping risks.
Clearance Documentation
Accompanied by official tipping weighbridge receipts and independent air monitoring verification reports.
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Planning a renovation, knockdown, or re-roofing project? Contact our licensed team for safe, fully compliant asbestos removal in Shellharbour.
