Asbestos Roof Removal & Replacement Brisbane

A.M.J Metal Roofing offers a specialised service for homeowners and businesses in Brisbane by replacing outdated and dangerous asbestos roofs with modern metal ones. Our team of licensed professionals ensures the safe removal of asbestos materials, strictly adhering to WorkSafe QLD standards. If your property has old asbestos cement sheeting, the best solution is to have it completely removed and replaced with a durable metal roof.

As experts in metal roofing, our replacement options include Colorbond or metal sheeting. We follow a strict control plan while removing asbestos, ensuring safety by asking occupants to temporarily vacate the premises as we work. When the old sheets are removed, we issue a clearance certificate, allowing everyone to return confidently. Schedule an on-site assessment or give us a call at 1300 127 663 to discuss your roofing needs.

Asbestos cement roofs were designed to last for decades, but not forever. Many of the roofs still found on Brisbane homes were installed between the 1950s and the late 1980s, making them well beyond the point where the cement matrix can begin to deteriorate.

It may be time to arrange an inspection if you notice:

• Cracked or broken sheets, especially around the fixing points.
• Moss or lichen spreading across the roof surface.
• Roof sheets that you know were installed before around 1990.
• A chalky, powdery finish, which can be a sign that the cement has weathered away.
• Leaks that only appear during heavy rain.

Damaged sheeting is the biggest issue. Sound, undisturbed material holds its fibres in place reasonably well, but once the sheets crack or erode, the chance of fibres getting released increases. That’s why full replacement is better than patching. Every repair means drilling or cutting into old asbestos roofing materials, and every time that disturbance creates the hazard that you’re trying to avoid. The broader signs your home needs a roof replacement apply to asbestos sheeting as much as any other material.

Coating and encapsulation are often marketed as a more affordable alternative, and they can seal the surface for a period of time. The asbestos is still there, though. Any repairs you need in the future (and the eventual roof replacement) will still involve working with hazardous materials and licensed asbestos removal contractors. That’s why we don’t offer encapsulation. We believe it’s better to remove the asbestos completely rather than delay the issue.

At AMJ, we replace with metal, and only metal. Colorbond and Zincalume roofing weigh a fraction of what old cement roofing does, and that takes the load off the frame, and they hold up through Queensland’s heat and storm season without the surface degradation that eventually finishes off asbestos cement.

BlueScope products carry a manufacturer warranty of up to 25 years, and our own 10-year written workmanship warranty covers the installation. Our metal roof replacement page goes into the materials and timelines in more detail.

The short answer is no. You will have to leave your property while the asbestos is being removed, and you can return once the clearance certificate has been handed over. For most homes, the removal process only takes one to two days, so you’re usually out of the house for just a short time.

During the removal process, our licensed team will work in full personal protective equipment and air and dust controls will be used throughout the site. The asbestos is sealed before it’s taken off the roof, and never stacked in the yard. Your neighbours will also be given written notice in advance, so they’ll have time to close their windows and keep children and pets indoors.

If the asbestos sheeting is still intact and undisturbed, the risk is generally considered to be lower. That’s why simply having an asbestos roof doesn’t mean you need to leave your home. Once the material starts to deteriorate, though, it’s best not to leave it any longer. Having it safely removed by a licensed team is the safest long-term solution.

Roof size is the biggest factor, but it’s only part of the overall cost. Unlike a standard re-roof, asbestos roofing has to be removed by a licensed team and disposed of at an approved facility, which will add to the price because disposal costs are much higher than for general waste.

Property access also affects the cost. A single-story house with an open driveway provides easy access, so the job is overall more straightforward. A two-story home located on a narrow street will usually need additional scaffolding and more time to complete, which can increase the complexity and duration of the project.

When the old roof is removed, any repairs needed to the battens or underlying structure can also affect the overall cost. That’s why it is important to inspect these parts beforehand. Commercial buildings present their own set of challenges, as they have unique access and logistical needs that can complicate planning and execution. Our guide to roof asbestos removal and replacement costs breaks each of those factors down further.

Home insurance usually excludes asbestos, so the cost usually becomes an owner responsibility rather than a claim. We will quote in writing after carrying out an on-site assessment and will itemise the removal separately from the new metal roof. Call 1300 127 663 to book one in.

Our team operates throughout Brisbane, covering both the northern and southern suburbs, including Logan and the Redlands. We also extend our services to the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Ipswich, and Toowoomba. If you are not sure whether your location is within our service area, please reach out via our contact page.