Removing an asbestos garage: what to expect
Asbestos cement garages are one of the most common domestic asbestos jobs. Here's how removal works and why it's best left to professionals.
Why asbestos cement garages are a concern
Many prefab and sectional garages built before 2000 use asbestos cement sheets for the roof and walls. Intact and painted they're low-risk, but weathered, cracked or drilled sheets can release fibres.
How safe removal works
Sheets are removed whole wherever possible to keep fibre release to a minimum, kept damp, then double-wrapped and labelled. The waste goes to a licensed facility and you get a consignment note confirming legal disposal.
Why not DIY
Breaking up asbestos cement — for example by dropping or snapping sheets — releases fibres and creates contaminated debris that's hard to clean up. Professional removal is controlled, documented and usually a single-day job.