The cost of removing roof asbestos varies, depending on the size of the affected area, the type of asbestos your roof has, and the labour costs. All of these factors make it challenging to give you an upfront cost without seeing your property. However, we have outlined the factors that impact the cost so you can better understand your roof asbestos removal costs.
What are the key factors that impact the cost of a roof asbestos removal?
Several factors impact the cost of a roof asbestos removal, including:
- Materials used
- Size of the roof
- The pitch of the roof
- Location/climate/weather
- Asbestos condition and disposal
- Labor and time
- Type of access equipment required
- Site access (how difficult it is for tradesmen to move around the site)
- Type and number of fixtures/accessories on the roof (i.e. solar panels, AC units, antennas, etc.)
All of the above can have a sizeable impact on the roof restoration cost, and for that reason, we do not provide quotes without collecting details first. However, we have provided a breakdown of these factors that impact cost.
How do roofing materials impact the cost of roof asbestos removal?
The type of materials you choose for your roof will impact its cost, especially if they need replacing due to asbestos damage. Metal roofs tend to be cheaper, with tiles costing more. Higher-quality tiles, like slate, are among the most expensive. If any of your tiles have intricate designs or patterns, these can push the cost up further.
How will the size of the roof impact the cost?
The size of your roof also impacts the cost of asbestos removal. The larger your roof is, and the larger the area of asbestos is, the more it will cost to remove it and replace the affected area.
It will be cheaper with smaller roofs, but if most of your small roof is affected, you can expect to pay the cost of nearly an entire roof removal and replacement.
Why does the pitch of the roof impact the cost?
The pitch of your roof can impact the cost, with steeper pitches costing more. Steeper pitches will require more material and more time and come with more safety measures that must be considered. A roof is considered steep when its pitch is 12:12 or more, and you will notice the price for your roof replacement jump up. Low steep roofs, with a pitch of 6:12 or lower, tend to be cheaper to replace. A low steep roof will require less materials and safety considerations, allowing us to complete the job quicker and cheaper.
How will the location/climate/weather impact the cost?
The cost of materials can vary significantly from area to area, so the location of your property can show different costs for building materials than a property in another town. You can get a better understanding of building prices in your local area by checking the cost of supplies.
The climate and weather also play a role in the cost of your asbestos removal. During the hot summer months, it is hard for workers to work long days without suffering heat exhaustion. The regular breaks they need will add time to your roof removal and replacement, increasing the price. Likewise, in storms, it can be difficult to complete the work, and we might find more damage to the roof, which will delay completion.
How will asbestos conditions and disposals impact the cost?
The severity of your asbestos condition will impact the cost. If your asbestos crumbles easily, there is a greater health risk, so we need to employ more stringent removal procedures, which increase the cost. During a consultation, we will assess your asbestos to determine how much there is, the severity of it, and how easy it will be to remove it.
Asbestos must also be disposed of at a licensed facility. The cost of disposing of it here can vary depending on your area and the facility, impacting the overall cost of the removal.
How will labour and time impact the cost?
The longer it takes to remove and replace your asbestos roof, the more the work will cost. To ensure that our workers receive a fair wage, we need to charge you for their time while ensuring they have enough time to safely complete the job. For more labour-intensive tasks where intricate tiles or patterns are being placed, there can also be an increase in costs.
The price also increases depending on the amount of workers we have on your roof. A large team working for weeks will always cost more than a team of two working for a few days.
How will site access impact the cost?
If it is hard to reach the asbestos and the rest of your roof, the cost can increase. Steep roofs and tight spaces will increase labour costs, as we need to put additional safety measures in place to keep you and our workers safe.
If your property is difficult to access, we might also have issues delivering materials, which can increase the cost, especially if specialist equipment is required.
How will the fixtures impact the cost?
Any fixtures or accessories added to your roof can increase the cost. We will need to safely remove them, ensure there is no asbestos on them, and reattach them when your roof is replaced. All of this requires more time and labour, increasing the cost.
Typically, AC units, antennas, and solar panels are attached to roofs and must be moved before we can access the asbestos. In some cases, an electrician might be required to remove fixtures, which adds to the time and cost of the work.
Get a quote for your roof asbestos removal project in Brisbane
Many factors impact the cost of roof asbestos removal, but that should not put you off. We can offer a price for your work after seeing your roof, helping you to get your asbestos removed and a new roof attached.
Get in touch with the team for a free consultation for your roof asbestos removal in Brisbane. Live outside of Brisbane? We also take on roof restoration projects across other areas in South East Queensland, including:
