Do 1900s Homes Contain Asbestos? Testing & Safety Guide
If you’re planning to renovate or purchase a heritage home in Australia, particularly one built around 1900, it’s natural to ask: Could this property contain asbestos? At Hazardous Removal Company (HRC), this is one of the most common questions we hear from homeowners across Greater Sydney, the Central Coast, Blue Mountains and Illawarra. While asbestos […]
Why You Should Avoid DIY Asbestos Removal — Even Under 10m²
Asbestos remains one of the most dangerous materials still found in Australian homes and workplaces. While laws in NSW technically allow homeowners to remove up to 10m² of bonded asbestos themselves, the truth is that even the smallest job carries serious health, legal, and financial risks. At Hazardous Removal, we’ve seen countless cases where “do-it-yourself” […]
How Professionals Identify Asbestos: Tools, Techniques & Testing
Asbestos is a silent danger—microscopic, invisible to the naked eye, and deadly when disturbed. That’s why professionals rely on precise techniques, certified equipment, and accredited laboratories to detect its presence. At Hazardous Removal, we specialise in identifying asbestos safely and accurately, ensuring full compliance with SafeWork NSW regulations and giving homeowners, builders, and commercial clients […]
