Am I allowed to remove asbestos?

As a homeowner you can remove less than 10m2 of non-friable asbestos yourself, or a tradesperson can remove less than 10m2 of non-friable asbestos on your behalf.

Removal of more than 10m2 of non-friable asbestos or ANY amount of friable asbestos requires a licensed asbestos removalist.

We strongly recommend that you use a licensed asbestos removalist to do the job safely. If you do it yourself, follow strict safety precautions and use protective gear (PPE) through removal, disposal and decontamination.  

Asbestos removal is a health risk.  You can remove asbestos safely if you follow the steps.  

Tradespeople or other workers on your property must comply with NSW regulations and laws to keep everybody safe.