About Asbestos
Asbestos Information Brisbane
Asbestos is a natural mineral fibre that was widely used in building products because it was strong, durable, and resistant to heat and fire. Although it was commonly used in older Australian homes and commercial buildings, asbestos is now known to pose serious health risks when its fibres become airborne and are breathed in.
What is asbestos?
For many years, asbestos was used in a wide range of building materials across Queensland and throughout Australia. It can still be found in older homes, sheds, garages, fences, roofing, wall sheeting, pipes, insulation, and other construction materials. In many cases, asbestos products remain in properties built before the 1990s, including areas such as the attic.
Why is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos is generally most dangerous when it is damaged, disturbed, drilled, cut, broken, or removed incorrectly. When that happens, tiny fibres and dust can be released into the air.
These asbestos fibres are not usually visible to the naked eye and may be inhaled into the lungs, which can lead to serious long-term health conditions including lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis.
Friable and bonded asbestos
There are different types of asbestos-containing materials. Friable asbestos can be crushed into powder by hand pressure and poses a higher risk because fibres are more easily released. Bonded, or non-friable, asbestos is mixed with other materials such as cement, but it can still become hazardous if it is damaged or deteriorating.
This type of exposure can contribute to serious disease over time.
Where asbestos may be found
Asbestos may be present in:
- Roofing and wall sheeting
- Eaves and soffits
- Fences
- Vinyl floor tiles and backing
- Pipes and flues
- Garages, sheds and outbuildings
- Older commercial and industrial sites
Because asbestos cannot always be identified just by looking at it, suspected materials should be inspected by trained professionals before any renovation, removal, or demolition work begins.
What should you do if you suspect asbestos?
If you think a material may contain asbestos and other toxic substances, the safest approach is to leave it undisturbed and arrange a professional inspection.
Do not cut, sand, drill, pressure clean, or break suspected asbestos materials, especially when using power tools, as these activities can increase the risk of fibre release.
Proper protection starts with avoiding unnecessary disturbance and following clear asbestos safety procedures.
Professional asbestos removal in Brisbane
At NO1 Asbestos Removal Brisbane, we help homeowners, businesses, and property managers deal with suspected asbestos safely and responsibly. Whether you are planning renovations, demolishing an older structure, or need advice about asbestos-containing materials, our team can assist with safe identification, removal, and disposal.
We understand the risks involved and the importance of handling asbestos properly. Our goal is to provide Brisbane property owners with safe, reliable, and professional asbestos management from start to finish, including support for property maintenance projects where asbestos may be uncovered.
Asbestos Laws in Brisbane
Asbestos has been banned in Australia since 2003, but it is still present in many older Brisbane homes, sheds, commercial buildings, and renovation sites.
In Queensland, strict asbestos laws apply to the safe removal, transport, and disposal of asbestos-containing materials, with codes of practice helping guide compliant handling procedures.
Friable asbestos must be removed by a licensed company, and larger amounts of bonded asbestos must also be handled by qualified professionals.
For Brisbane property owners, using a licensed asbestos removalist helps ensure the work is completed safely, legally, and in line with Queensland regulations. It includes the use of appropriate protective clothing when required.
Contact us
If you have presence of asbestos in your home, workplace, or investment property, contact us today.
We are here to help you make your property safer with professional asbestos removal services you can trust.