Asbestos Removal Johannesburg
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| Job | Ballpark (2026) |
|---|---|
| Strip and dispose, per m² | R150 – R250 |
| 150 m² house, removal only | R22 500 – R37 500 |
| 150 m² house, removal plus new steel roof | R97 500 – R142 500 |
| 500 m² factory roof, removal only | R75 000 – R125 000 |
| New roof after removal, per m² | R500 – R1 000 |
| IBR sheeting supplied and fitted, per m² | R380 – R750 |
Get an accurate quote. Ceilings, gutters, cladding and tall roofs can lift the total. Removal rates above include VAT, so confirm VAT on every other line.
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What pushes the price up in Johannesburg
- How high the roof is, how steeply it slopes and how hard it is for the crew and truck to get in
- Asbestos beyond the roof: gutters, cladding and ceiling boards
- Transport to a licensed hazardous-waste landfill, sometimes a separate line
Types of asbestos removal in Johannesburg
| Type | Best for | Keep in mind |
|---|---|---|
| Full roof strip and replace | Cracked, brittle or leaking cement-sheet roofs | Plan the new roof order before stripping |
| Strip and dispose only | Owners booking their own roofer afterwards | Get the clearance certificate before roofer starts |
| Gutters and downpipes | Older houses with cement rainwater goods | Often missed on first quotes |
| Ceiling board removal | Interior ceilings in older homes | Dust control inside needs specialist containment |
| Factory or warehouse sheeting | Large low-pitch roofs and side cladding | Height access and roof lights add cost |
| Small removal under 10 m² | A single damaged sheet or short gutter | Not repeatable on the same site within six months |
Asbestos removal materials compared
| Material | Strengths | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| IBR steel sheeting | Light, quick to fit, does not crack | Noisy in heavy rain |
| Chromadek colour-coated steel | Colour choice for visible house roofs | Check coating spec and warranty |
| Aluzinc sheeting | Common for commercial and industrial roofs | Confirm gauge and coating before ordering |
| Concrete tiles | Traditional look, tiles replaced individually | Roughly double the cost of IBR |
Older houses
- Houses from roughly 1945 to 1985 often have cement-sheet roofs.
- Book an asbestos inspection to check garage roofs, gutters and ceiling boards, not just the main roof.
- Cracked, brittle sheets are normally replaced rather than patched over.
- Never pressure-wash or scrub old sheets before the experts arrive.
Solar and new roofs
- Panels and over-roofing on asbestos roofs are barred since 9 November 2022.
- Replace the roof first, then book the solar installer.
- Ask for strip and re-roof as one itemised quote.
- New IBR sheeting is roughly R380 – R750 per m² installed.
Factories and offices
- A 500 m² factory strip runs about R75 000 – R125 000.
- Height access, roof lights and side cladding all change the price.
- Ask how staff and stock stay protected while the roof is open.
- Hand the contractor your asbestos inventory before work starts.
Approval in Johannesburg
- The labour department polices the stripping itself, not the City of Johannesburg.
- Replacing a roof with similar material is minor works under Section 13. Tell the City's local office and supply a site plan.
- A redesign that alters the structure or footprint needs formal plan submission and approval first.
Asbestos removal services in Johannesburg
| Service | What to ask for |
|---|---|
| Asbestos roof removal | Wet manual stripping, wrapped waste, clearance certificate |
| Roof removal and replacement | Strip and new roof as one itemised quote |
| Asbestos ceiling removal | Containment plan and who does the air testing |
| Gutters and downpipes | Listed separately, with disposal included |
| Wall cladding removal | Scaffold or lift access priced on its own line |
| Factory and warehouse roofs | A work plan that fits around your operations |
Practical asbestos removal tips
- Expect one to two days on the roof, about three weeks overall.
- Your start date sits at least 7 days after notice is filed.
- Ask for the landfill's disposal certificate once the job ends.
- Never mix asbestos into a Johannesburg rubble skip; City waste rules expect a specialist route.
- Check any Johannesburg quote far below R150 per m² for missing disposal.
- Offices should hand over their asbestos inventory before the contractor visits.
What to send with your request
- Your Johannesburg street address
- Photos of the roof from outside
- Rough roof area in m²
- Approximate age of the building
- Body corporate or estate rules, if any
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to remove an asbestos roof in Johannesburg?
Expect about R150 – R250 per m², so a 150 m² house is roughly R22 500 – R37 500. Adding a new steel roof lifts the total to around R97 500 – R142 500.
Must I get approval from the City of Johannesburg before my asbestos roof comes off?
Replacing a roof with similar material counts as minor works under Section 13, but tell the City's local office first. Changes to the roof structure need full plans.
What works best for an older house, a complex or an office block?
Houses usually strip and re-roof in one job. Complexes and offices, which fall under commercial removal, should give the contractor an asbestos inventory before work starts.
Can I fit solar panels on my Johannesburg asbestos roof?
No. Panels and over-roofing on asbestos roofs have been barred since 9 November 2022, so replace the roof first.
Can I put asbestos sheets in a skip with my other rubble?
No. Asbestos waste goes to a licensed hazardous landfill, and you should receive a disposal certificate afterwards.
Wat kos asbesverwydering in Johannesburg?
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