Asbestos Removal Services Across Ireland | Expert HSA Licensed Specialists

Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fibre that was widely used in Irish buildings before the year 2000. When disturbed, asbestos fibres become airborne and can cause serious lung diseases including mesothelioma, asbestosis, and lung cancer. It's crucial to have suspected asbestos materials surveyed and professionally removed by HSA-licensed contractors.

Asbestos removal costs in Ireland vary depending on the type, location, and quantity of asbestos present. Residential projects typically differ from commercial and industrial projects in scope and complexity. We provide free, no-obligation quotes throughout Ireland with transparent pricing and no hidden fees. Contact us for a detailed assessment tailored to your specific requirements.

Yes, asbestos removal work in Ireland requires proper HSA (Health and Safety Authority) licensing and certification. Licensed contractors must follow strict safety protocols and disposal regulations. DIY asbestos removal is extremely dangerous and illegal for commercial properties. Always use HSA-approved asbestos removal specialists.

Most residential asbestos removal projects in Ireland take 1-3 days, depending on the scope of work. This includes preparation, removal, air monitoring, and site clearance. Commercial projects may take longer. We provide detailed timelines during the free consultation and work efficiently to minimise disruption to your property.

For most residential asbestos removal projects, we recommend temporarily vacating the property for 24-48 hours whilst removal work is completed. This ensures your safety and allows our licensed team to work efficiently. We seal off work areas to prevent contamination and conduct thorough air quality testing before clearance.

If your Irish property was built or renovated before the year 2000, there's a high probability it contains asbestos materials. Common locations include roof tiles, garage roofs, cement sheeting, pipe insulation, floor tiles, and artex ceilings. We offer professional asbestos surveys with laboratory testing to identify and assess asbestos-containing materials throughout Ireland.

All asbestos waste removed by our licensed team is securely double-wrapped, labelled, and transported to EPA-approved hazardous waste disposal facilities in Ireland. We provide complete documentation including waste transfer notes and disposal certificates for your records, ensuring full compliance with Irish environmental regulations.

Yes, proper identification through laboratory testing is essential before any asbestos removal work begins. Visual identification alone is insufficient and potentially dangerous. Our HSA-licensed surveyors collect samples safely and send them to accredited Irish laboratories for testing. Results typically return within 48-72 hours.

Yes, Irish Asbestos Removal provides licensed asbestos survey, testing, removal, and disposal services throughout the Republic of Ireland. We service all counties including Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Waterford, and rural areas. Emergency asbestos removal services are available with rapid response times.

An asbestos management plan is a legal requirement for commercial properties in Ireland that contain asbestos materials. It documents the location, condition, and risk assessment of all asbestos-containing materials, along with procedures for safe management. We provide comprehensive asbestos management plans compliant with HSA regulations for Irish businesses and landlords.

Planning permission is generally not required for asbestos removal work alone in Ireland. However, if the removal is part of larger renovation, extension, or demolition works, planning permission may be necessary for those activities. We recommend checking with your local council. Our team ensures all asbestos removal work complies with HSA safety regulations and EPA waste disposal requirements.

Asbestos encapsulation is an HSA-approved alternative to removal, where asbestos materials (typically roof sheeting) are sealed and waterproofed rather than removed. A specialist polyurethane foam and polyurea coating system is applied directly over the asbestos, creating a seamless, waterproof barrier with a 25-year lifespan. This method eliminates disturbance of asbestos fibres, costs 40-50% less than removal, and allows businesses to remain fully operational during installation.

Yes, asbestos encapsulation is typically 40-50% more cost-effective than complete removal and disposal. Encapsulation eliminates the expense of asbestos disposal at EPA-licensed facilities, reduces labour time (days versus weeks), and avoids business downtime costs. This makes it an attractive option for commercial and industrial properties, whilst providing 25 years of protection with a 10-year warranty. Contact us for a comparative quote.

Yes, in most cases your business can remain fully operational during asbestos encapsulation work. Unlike removal, encapsulation does not disturb asbestos fibres, so no containment zones or evacuations are required. The process is completed externally on roofs with minimal noise and no interruption to indoor operations. A typical 1,000m² roof can be encapsulated in just 7 days with zero business downtime.

Professional asbestos encapsulation using BBA-approved polyurea coating systems has a 25-year life expectancy. We provide a 10-year warranty on all encapsulation work, covering both materials and workmanship. The advanced coating technology includes UV-stable top layers (Lava 20) that resist weathering, prevents water ingress, and maintains structural integrity throughout its lifespan. Regular inspections can extend the system's effectiveness beyond 25 years.

Asbestos encapsulation is ideal when: the asbestos material is in good structural condition, you need to avoid business downtime, cost savings are important (40-50% cheaper), and the building will remain in use long-term. Removal is necessary when: asbestos is severely damaged or friable, renovation requires material removal, or the building is being demolished. We provide free surveys to assess which solution best suits your property and circumstances.