DJR Asbestos
Asbestos Removal in the Marlborough Region
From Havelock to Kaikoura, out to the sounds and everywhere in between
DJR Asbestos provides trusted, licensed services for Asbestos Removal in Marlborough, supporting property owners across Blenheim, Picton, Kaikoura, Havelock and the Marlborough Sounds with reliable, safe and fully compliant asbestos solutions.
About us
Asbestos Removal in Blenheim, Picton, Kaikoura, Havelock and the Marlborough Sounds
As a licensed and experienced asbestos management team, DJR Asbestos is dedicated to delivering safe, efficient and compliant Asbestos Removal in Marlborough for homes, businesses and landowners throughout the region. Our technicians bring years of expertise, industry-leading equipment and a commitment to protecting your health and property.
DJR Asbestos Removal Limited holds a WorkSafe Class B asbestos removal licence, number RB16060049, and is listed on WorkSafe's public register of asbestos removal licence holders for Southland and Marlborough. A Class B licence covers any amount of non-friable asbestos, the kind whose fibres are bonded into another material such as cement.
We proudly service Blenheim, Picton, Kaikoura, Havelock and the Marlborough Sounds.
Talk to Dave today
Contact Dave today for fast, safe and cost-effective asbestos solutions tailored to your Marlborough property.
Why choose us
We understand the unique environmental and structural conditions across Marlborough's towns, coastal areas and rural sites. DJR Asbestos offers a comprehensive and safety-focused approach that prioritises professional planning, licensed removal methods and transparent reporting. We follow New Zealand's WorkSafe asbestos regulations carefully, and our team stays current with best practice guidelines, supported by credible sources such as WorkSafe New Zealand and public health information from Health New Zealand.
Our goal is to minimise disruption, ensure your site is safe, and provide practical long-term solutions that fit your timeframe and budget.
- A WorkSafe Class B asbestos removal licence, number RB16060049
- A clear, easy to understand report before any removal starts
- Laboratory testing arranged for materials you are not sure about
- A final inspection and clearance certificate from someone independent of us
- Urgent situations assessed quickly
- Asbestos roof removal and full reroofing with Roof Riders
Our Services
DJR Asbestos offers a full suite of asbestos removal and management services designed to meet the needs of residential, commercial and rural properties throughout Marlborough.
Expert Asbestos Assessment
A detailed pre-removal evaluation allows us to identify asbestos-containing materials and assess risks accurately. We provide a clear, easy to understand report outlining the findings and required next steps.
The clearance inspection after a removal is a separate job, done by someone independent of us.
Soil Decontamination
Asbestos fibres in soil pose significant environmental and health risks if disturbed. We use specialised equipment and proven methods to extract and dispose of contaminated soil safely.
Taking asbestos-contaminated soil off a site is Class A, Class B or unlicensed work depending on the concentration of asbestos in it, under the New Zealand Guidelines for Assessing and Managing Asbestos in Soil. Our Class B licence does not cover the Class A category.
Asbestos Roof Removal
In partnership with Roof Riders, we undertake the safe removal of asbestos roofing materials from residential and commercial buildings. Our team isolates risks, dismantles roofing systematically and ensures compliant disposal.
Residential Asbestos Removal
Our team removes asbestos safely from homes including walls, ceilings, cladding and textured surfaces. We manage every step with precision, ensuring your household environment is healthy and compliant.
Our licence is Class B, for non-friable asbestos. Friable materials such as lagging on pipes and popcorn ceiling coatings are Class A work. So is a textured coating, unless it can be removed still attached to its backing without being scraped, lifted or cut.
Commercial Asbestos Management
We support businesses with large-scale removal of non-friable asbestos and safe disposal procedures. Our approach minimises operational downtime while keeping your staff, customers and site compliant.
How a licensed removal job runs
Licensed asbestos removal follows steps set out in the Health and Safety at Work (Asbestos) Regulations 2016. This is what they mean for a job at your property.
Identify the material
A pre-removal evaluation identifies the asbestos-containing materials and the risks. Where a material is uncertain, laboratory testing settles it before anything is disturbed.
Plan and notify
The removalist makes an asbestos removal control plan that explains the removal process and the health and safety measures. A licensed removalist must give WorkSafe written notice at least 5 days before licensed removal work starts.
Remove under control
The risks are isolated and the material is taken out systematically. On Class B work a supervisor nominated to WorkSafe must be in the vicinity and readily available whenever the work is being carried out.
Seal and dispose
Asbestos waste is placed in sealed, clearly marked containers before it leaves the removal area, and goes to a place approved by the council as soon as is reasonably practicable.
Independent clearance
When the removal is finished an independent competent person inspects the area. It is not reoccupied until that person has issued a written clearance certificate.
Where asbestos is found
If your building or workplace was built before 1 January 2000, it probably contains some asbestos materials, according to WorkSafe.
In homes, Health New Zealand's guide to asbestos in the home lists these places:
- roofing and siding shingles made of asbestos cement
- textured paint, and patching compounds on wall and ceiling joints
- some vinyl floor tiles and linoleum, and the backing on vinyl sheet flooring
- coatings, blankets or tape on hot water and steam pipes in older houses
Materials that contain asbestos and are in good condition will generally not release fibres. Fibres are released when the surface is disturbed.
If you find something you suspect is asbestos, do not disturb it in any way, and treat it as asbestos until you know otherwise. Contact Dave and it can be assessed.
Working in Partnership with Roof Riders
DJR Asbestos proudly works alongside Cam Graham and James Riddell at Roof Riders, combining our licensed asbestos removal expertise with their high-quality reroofing services. Together, we provide a seamless solution for safe asbestos roof removal and full reroofing across Marlborough. This partnership ensures your property receives complete end-to-end care, from the controlled removal of asbestos materials to the installation of a durable, modern roof you can rely on.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How long does asbestos removal typically take?
Most projects take anywhere from a single day to several days, depending on the size of the area, how easy it is to access and the level of contamination.
Do you provide clearance certificates?
Yes. An independent assessor can carry out a final inspection and issue a clearance certificate once the site is confirmed safe.
Is asbestos dangerous if left undisturbed?
Asbestos is usually low risk when it is intact and in good condition, but it becomes hazardous when it is damaged, deteriorating or disturbed during work such as renovations.
Can you test suspicious materials?
Yes. Laboratory testing can be arranged to confirm whether a material contains asbestos before any removal or disturbance takes place.
Do you handle emergency callouts?
Yes. Urgent situations can be assessed quickly so risks are contained and a safe plan of action can be put in place.
What does a Class B licence cover?
Any amount of non-friable asbestos, and the dust and debris from removing it. Friable asbestos, which is flaky or powdery, needs a Class A licence, which DJR Asbestos does not hold.
Do I need a licensed removalist?
At a workplace, removing more than 10 square metres of non-friable asbestos over the whole project needs a Class B or Class A licence, and removing friable asbestos needs Class A. Your own home is a workplace while someone you pay is working there, so the same applies to them, and to work on a house you rent out or do not live in. If you live in the home and are thinking of doing the work yourself, WorkSafe strongly recommends getting advice from a reputable asbestos contractor first, and Health New Zealand recommends a WorkSafe licensed asbestos removalist.
Where does asbestos waste go in Marlborough?
Bluegums Landfill is the only landfill in the district, and Marlborough District Council accepts asbestos waste there only with its approval, applied for ten working days before the work starts, and delivered by booking on a Tuesday or Thursday. The council's Hazardous Waste Centre takes small, double-wrapped quantities of non-friable asbestos by arrangement. The council says never to put asbestos in kerbside bags, recycling bins or wheelie bins, or in with general waste at the transfer station.
- Blenheim
- Picton
- Kaikoura
- Havelock
- Marlborough Sounds
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- Marlborough
- dave@djrasbestos.co.nz