John Roberts

You’ve had your property tested, and the results are back: asbestos is present. Now comes the critical decision—what do you do about it? While most people immediately think “removal,” that’s not always the best, safest, or most cost-effective option. In New Zealand, property owners have several approaches for managing asbestos-containing materials (ACMs): removal, encapsulation, enclosure, […]

You were helping a friend with renovations, pulled down some old ceiling tiles, and dust went everywhere. Now you’ve learned those tiles contained asbestos. The panic sets in: “I breathed in asbestos! Am I going to die?” Or perhaps you accidentally broke an asbestos cement sheet while moving it, knocked some dust loose from textured

You’re renovating your bathroom, replacing a fence, or pulling up old vinyl flooring when a worrying thought crosses your mind: “Could this contain asbestos?” It’s a question thousands of New Zealand homeowners grapple with every year. Asbestos was extensively used in New Zealand building materials from the 1940s through the 1990s. If your house was

If you’ve discovered asbestos in your home and seen the quotes for professional removal, you might be wondering: “Can I just remove it myself?” It’s a question many New Zealand homeowners ask, especially when facing removal costs of several thousand dollars. The short answer is: sometimes yes, but it’s usually not advisable, and in many

If you’ve discovered asbestos in your home or commercial property, one of your first questions is likely: “How much is this going to cost me?” The answer isn’t straightforward—asbestos removal costs in New Zealand can range from a few hundred dollars to tens of thousands, depending on multiple factors. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll break