Emergency asbestos removal is needed when suspected asbestos has been damaged, broken, exposed, or spread by storms, impact, fire, vandalism, or accidental DIY work. Keep people away from the area and call for professional advice before touching debris.
When to Call for Emergency Removal
- Storm Damage: High winds, hail, or fallen trees have damaged asbestos roofing, cladding, or fencing
- Accidental Disturbance: Asbestos materials have been accidentally cut, drilled, or broken during DIY work or by tradespeople
- Vehicle Impact: A vehicle has collided with structures containing asbestos
- Fire Damage: Fire has damaged or exposed asbestos materials
- Vandalism: Asbestos materials have been deliberately damaged or disturbed
What to Do While You Wait
- Keep everyone away from the affected area
- Do not touch, sweep, or vacuum any debris
- Close windows and doors to prevent fibre spread
- Turn off air conditioning if possible
- Do not approach or disturb the material to wet, collect or photograph it; ask the responding professional about the site
Our Emergency Response
Our experienced team can mobilise quickly to assess and contain the situation. We’ll secure the area, safely remove damaged materials, and thoroughly clean the site to minimise health risks. Full documentation is provided for insurance purposes.
What We Need to Know
When you call, tell us the property location, what was damaged, whether anyone has disturbed the debris, whether the material is wet or dry, and whether photos can be taken from a safe distance. This helps us plan the right response and avoid unnecessary exposure.
24/7 Emergency Line: 0481 452 653
Damaged Fences, Sheds and Rental Properties
For damage to a boundary fence or garage and shed, keep people clear and explain which material was affected when you call. If you rent, notify the rental provider or property manager using the Victorian rental guide and coordinate access. Urgent assessment does not remove the need to confirm the material condition and appropriate licence scope.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do first if asbestos is damaged?
Keep people away, avoid sweeping or vacuuming debris, limit access to the area, and call for professional asbestos advice before disturbing the material further.
Can emergency asbestos work happen faster than normal jobs?
Urgent situations may have different notification timing, but the work still needs appropriate controls, removal methods, and disposal handling.
What counts as an asbestos emergency?
Storm damage, vehicle impact, fire damage, broken asbestos sheets, accidental drilling or cutting, or exposed debris after renovation can all require urgent assessment.
Related guides
Asbestos in a Rental Property in Victoria
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Asbestos Before Renovation
Plan assessment, testing and removal before building work disturbs suspect materials.