Asbestos is a naturally occurring compound and was actually mined extensively in Australia – but that doesn’t mean it’s safe!

Asbestos insulation was a popular insulation material back in the day – even up until the 1990s. A significant number of Australian properties still have asbestos insulation. Now that the dangers of asbestos are well known, many home and business owners are taking steps to mitigate the serious health problems that can come with asbestos exposure. And that’s where we come in: we’re licensed professionals who know the right safety precautions to take to prevent contamination and keep you safe.

DOES MY INSULATION CONTAIN ASBESTOS?

You might find asbestos fibres in the following places within your structure and building materials:

Ceiling panels
Flues and fireplaces

Roofing materials like shingles and gutters
Water and sewage pipes

TYPES OF ASBESTOS INSULATION

You might have heard of a number of types of asbestos, and that different kinds of asbestos come with different dangers – and that’s true! The two main kinds of asbestos are friable and non-friable asbestos (and we can help with the removal of both kinds). Here, we’ll talk through the two main kinds and how they might turn up in your home, business, or industrial space.

WHAT IS FRIABLE ASBESTOS?

Friable asbestos is the more breakable form of asbestos and is often considered the more dangerous kind. This is because it’s easy to crumble by hand or through a minor disturbance, causing airborne contamination in seconds.

WHAT IS NON-FRIABLE ASBESTOS?

Sometimes known as bonded asbestos, this asbestos material is generally considered to be lower risk as it is mixed through a bonding agent like cement and is harder to disturb. But it’s still able to cause significant danger and contamination, especially as these materials age.

WHY IS ASBESTOS INSULATION DANGEROUS?

It’s common knowledge that asbestos is dangerous – but understanding why can help you make the right decision about removing it. Having undetected asbestos insulation can have serious consequences on your health and the environment. And asbestos materials do often go undetected – this is part of the danger. Asbestos materials contain tiny asbestos fibres – fibres so small that they can get into your body through inhalation and are nearly impossible to detect with the naked eye. The tiny fibres can become airborne when they’re disturbed and can settle on the surfaces of your property, posing a long-term risk. This means that they can pose a threat to completely unsuspecting individuals.

Here are some of the most vital reasons you need to make the removal of asbestos insulation in your home or business a top priority.

Respiratory Diseases: Asbestos inhalation can lead to health problems like asbestosis and mesothelioma. It can also lead to lung cancer in the long term. These diseases can also have long latency periods – it may take a few decades for symptoms to appear. Don’t wait until it’s too late – act as soon as you suspect the presence of asbestos.
Regulatory Compliance: Did you know that, as per the existing laws of Australia, your property should not have any asbestos insulation? You are legally required to prioritise safe removal – and neglecting to do this can result in serious legal consequences.
Environmental Contamination: It’s not just humans that can be harmed by asbestos contamination – both plants and animals can sustain long-lasting damage from exposure to even small quantities of asbestos.

Occupational Health Risks and Consequent Legal Action: If you have tenants, workers, or tradespeople in your space and expose them to asbestos, you’re not only responsible for their suffering emotionally – you can be held responsible legally.
Improper Handling Charges: these can arise from dumping or from engaging in dodgy DIY decontamination that isn’t compliant or causes harm to others. Asbestos removal needs to be undertaken by licensed professionals – otherwise, you expose yourself (and your bank account) to extreme risks.

By working with us at HM Group, you can remove the dangers of asbestos insulation. We’re here to help – contact us today and we can start discussing solutions for you and your space.

Working with us, you can have the confidence that you’re getting the best understanding of your asbestos problem and have access to the very best solutions available.

Professional asbestos removal

HM Group offers professional asbestos insulation removal services in Brisbane. Here are some reasons to work with us:

Over 27+ years of experience
Compliance with safety regulations
Comprehensive services
Advanced equipment and techniques

Custom solutions
Efficient services
Client satisfaction
Responsible asbestos disposal

If you love to work with a team of experts like us, feel free to contact us. We will be there to help you with home insulation cleanup.

Our professional insulation removal process

We remove asbestos and asbestos-containing materials in residential, commercial, and industrial structures: no matter how big or small your project is, we can take care of it.

Over our years of experience, we’ve developed a set of processes that help us maintain safety and efficiency across properties of all sizes. Here’s how it works:

Initial consultation: A professional from HM Group will visit your property to conduct an inspection. With all safety precautions in place, will take a cut out of the material that is suspected to contain asbestos. This is how we detect and confirm the presence of asbestos products, and start to formulate a plan for the best course of action.
Testing and confirmation: We safely remove a sample and seal the area where asbestos is suspected to be present. We then use the latest testing equipment to test your insulation – we then inform you of the outcome and advise on a course of action to get your space safely decontaminated.
Removal: Once you’re happy with the service date and costs, we’ll get our experienced team to work. We’re experts at efficient and safe removals – we understand just how important it is to resolve your asbestos issues as quickly as possible.
Disposal: We dispose of asbestos in accordance with local and federal regulations, and assure you of 100% compliance. Our team works with licensed insulation facilities in Brisbane that work with us to ensure that no environmental contamination occurs at any stage of the process. We also assure you that we can prevent human contamination during the removal process – the job is carried out according to a strict process.

For any further questions about how the process works and can be tailored to your unique needs, you can connect with us and we’d be more than happy to speak things through. Give HM Group a call today and schedule your appointment with us.

PROFESSIONAL ASBESTOS REMOVAL – WHY CHOOSE HM GROUP?

HM Group offers professional asbestos insulation removal services across Brisbane – we’ve been in the business for decades and have a team of highly trained staff ready to help. Here are some reasons to work with us:

Over 27+ Years Of Experience: Almost three decades of operation stand behind us and our work.
Compliance With Safety Regulations: Safety comes before all else. We’re licensed and compliant with Queensland Asbestos Removal laws and regulations.
Comprehensive Services: From asbestos testing to disposal, we manage all asbestos insulation issues.
Advanced Equipment and Techniques: As the asbestos insulation removal business has evolved, we have, too. You can trust that we’re using the latest techniques to restore your space to safety.
Custom Solutions: No matter the size and scale of your project, we’re here to help you handle it! Based on your needs, we will create the best asbestos removal strategy – we won’t use cookie-cutter solutions or cut corners.
Efficient Services: We want you to get back to your day-to-day operations as quickly as possible – and as safely as possible.
Client Satisfaction: While asbestos is a serious issue, we still keep our service friendly! We’re here to help and answer your questions at every stage. That’s why we’re known as Queensland’s #1 asbestos removal provider!
Responsible Asbestos Disposal: We understand the risks to human and environmental health – we only work with licensed professionals and licensed asbestos disposal facilities.

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We offer comprehensive services

When it comes to asbestos insulation removal, you need comprehensive services. You won’t like working with many service providers. This is where we can help. From asbestos testing to disposal, we manage all asbestos insulation issues. You need to contact us and let us know about your asbestos problems.

Based on your needs, we will create the best asbestos removal strategy. It will be a complete and comprehensive strategy. Contact us today to learn more about how we offer it.

Schedule your appointment now

Customer satisfaction and safety are our top priorities: we understand how important your home and business are to you and promise never to compromise on your safety or results. If you are looking for a specialist service to remove asbestos insulation, we’re ready to help. We strive to deliver exceptional service to you at all times and in a timely manner, so you can get back to enjoying your space as quickly as possible.

We also prioritise communication: we’re here to listen at all stages of your project and strive to be transparent with our services and prices. Before you even get started, you can try our Asbestos Removal Cost Calculator – it will help you get up to speed with the costs you can expect.

Throughout our work on your site, we continue to offer regular updates, from initial assessment to final removal. After almost 30 years in business, you can be sure you’re getting the smoothest asbestos insulation removal experience when you work with us. Schedule your appointment today: it’s quick and easy!

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