Founded on June 2, 2010 by Somah Thong, Total Asbestos Removal Brisbane is a fully licensed asbestos removal and demolition company based in Queensland, with headquarters in Bowen Hills, Brisbane. With more than forty years of combined experience across its team, the company has grown into a trusted provider of asbestos-related services for residential, commercial, industrial, and public-sector clients.
Total Asbestos Removal Brisbane is an environmental services provider specialising in:
Residential asbestos removal, including inspection, containment, removal and post‑removal air testing
Commercial asbestos removal, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations
Industrial asbestos removal in factories, warehouses, and manufacturing plants
Asbestos‑contaminated demolition, safely removing asbestos prior to demolition
Asbestos soil remediation, encapsulating or removing asbestos fibres from contaminated ground
Emergency asbestos removal for urgent hazards
Asbestos testing and consultation services to assess materials or plan abatement
They also emphasise compliance with local Queensland and Brisbane regulations, working with all the required licences and following strict protocols for disposal at council‑approved sites and proper air monitoring.
Operating primarily within Brisbane and the Gold Coast region, Queensland, Total Asbestos Removal Brisbane handles projects across residential suburbs, commercial zones, industrial estates and public buildings. Their head office is situated at 41/7 Boyd Street, Bowen Hills, QLD 4006 .
Total Asbestos Removal Brisbane serves a wide range of clients:
Homeowners and residential tenants in older homes built before the 1990s-when asbestos was commonly used—who require safe inspection and removal.
Commercial property owners and managers of offices, retail outlets and small businesses needing minimal‑disruption asbestos removal services.
Industrial clients, including factories or warehouses, where industrial‑strength abatement, demolition or soil remediation is required.
Public sector operators, such as local councils, schools and government facilities, requiring asbestos management in public buildings with stringent monitoring and compliance.
Their ideal customer is anyone facing asbestos risk-especially properties built before the ban-looking for licensed, professional, compliant, and affordable removal services.
Total Asbestos Removal Brisbane has embraced advanced technologies including:
Robotics for safe removal in hard‑to‑reach areas
Drones for preliminary surveys and detection
Real-time air monitoring, negative‑pressure systems, encapsulation with nanotech polymers, and automated removal systems
These innovations support their “zero exposure” commitment and help reduce project time, costs, and risks.
Around 1 in 3 homes built before the 1990s in Australia still contain asbestos-containing materials; about 30% of commercial buildings likewise may contain asbestos.
Approximately 700-800 new cases of mesothelioma are diagnosed annually in Australia, causing around 4,000 deaths per year due to asbestos-related diseases-more than twice the national road toll.
These figures underline the ongoing importance of professional asbestos removal services.
Established in 2010, led by a founder with deep industry experience
Fully licensed removalists (Class A for friable asbestos, Class B for non‑friable) who meet all state and national health & safety standards
Highly varied service capability, from homes to large commercial and industrial sites
Transparent and affordable pricing, with no hidden fees and tailored quotes
Industry-leading innovation, focused on safety, efficiency, and zero‑exposure methodologies
Total Asbestos Removal Brisbane is a trusted, licensed Queensland operator specialising in safe, compliant asbestos and demolition services across residential, commercial, industrial and public sectors. Backed by innovative technology, clear pricing, and decades of combined experience, they are well‑positioned to help property owners manage asbestos risk in Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
If your property dates from before the 1990s, or you’re planning demolition or renovation work, it’s wise to engage a professional service like Total Asbestos Removal Brisbane to ensure health, compliance and peace of mind.
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