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Asbestos removal Auckland

Safe asbestos removal. Complete roof replacement.

Professional asbestos roof removal, cladding removal and replacement across Auckland – tested, removed, disposed of and rebuilt by one experienced team.

  • Licensed asbestos removal professionals
  • Residential & commercial
  • Roofs, cladding & asbestos cement
  • Safe removal & compliant disposal
  • Replacement roofing available
  • Auckland-wide

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JP Franklin asbestos removal crew in protective suits removing an asbestos roof in Auckland

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  • Licensed asbestos removal
  • 20+ years roofing
  • Residential
  • Commercial
  • Auckland-wide
Prequalified & trusted by SiteWise Green 2023/24 health and safety prequalification Downer Spotless WINZ approved supplier GAF Certified Weather Stopper Roofing Contractor

Do you have asbestos?

Not sure if it’s asbestos? Send us a photo.

Snap a few photos of the roof, cladding, ceiling or shed and we’ll tell you whether it’s likely to contain asbestos and what to do next – usually the same working day.

  • Free – no obligation
  • Works for roofs, cladding, ceilings, fences, garages and sheds
  • Helps us give you a faster, more accurate estimate

A photo can show whether a material is likely to contain asbestos, but only laboratory testing can confirm it. Please don’t break off pieces to photograph or send.

A typical Super Six asbestos cement roof on an Auckland home
Super Six roofing Corrugated asbestos cement, common until the late 1980s

Asbestos roof removal + new roof

Get rid of your old asbestos roof – and get a brand-new one

You don’t just want asbestos removed. You want the old roof gone and a new roof on. As roofers with asbestos expertise, we do both.

One company. One quote. One project.

  1. 1 Inspect
  2. 2 Identify asbestos
  3. 3 Plan removal
  4. 4 Safely remove
  5. 5 Transport & dispose
  6. 6 Install your new roof
  7. 7 Complete the project
The same home with a new long-run roof installed by JP Franklin
Auckland home with a weathered Super Six asbestos roof
Before After
Drag to compare: a weathered Super Six asbestos roof replaced with new long-run steel – removal, disposal and new roof by JP Franklin.

How it works

How asbestos removal works with JP Franklin

Inspect → Quote → Remove → Dispose → Replace. A clear, compliant process from the first visit to your new roof.

  1. 01

    Inspect

    We visit, assess the property and take samples where needed.

  2. 02

    Identify

    Independent lab results confirm if – and what type of – asbestos is present.

  3. 03

    Plan & quote

    A clear written quote and, for licensed work, an asbestos removal control plan.

  4. 04

    Remove safely

    Isolated work area, wet methods, whole-sheet removal and full PPE.

  5. 05

    Dispose

    Double-wrapped, labelled and taken to a licensed facility – dockets supplied.

  6. 06

    Replace

    New roof, cladding or linings installed by our own team.

  7. 07

    Complete

    Final inspection, clean-up, clearance paperwork and warranty.

Real JP Franklin projects

Before → during → after

Real asbestos removal and re-roofing projects from across Auckland.

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The commercial building after asbestos removal and a new long-run roof
Commercial building with an asbestos roof before re-roofing
Before After
Commercial asbestos roof removal and re-roof, Auckland.
Crew in full PPE wrapping asbestos roofing on site Roof stripped back to the framing after asbestos removal New underlay and long-run roofing going on Finished new long-run Colorsteel roof

Found damaged asbestos? Don’t disturb it.

Keep people and pets away, close doors and windows, don’t sweep or vacuum – and call us for advice and an assessment.

JP Franklin crew member in full protective equipment clearing an asbestos roof

20+

years protecting Auckland homes and businesses from the roof down

Why JP Franklin

Roofers who specialise in asbestos – not just removalists

Most asbestos companies remove the problem and leave you to find a roofer. We test, remove, dispose and rebuild – with our own qualified staff, in line with WorkSafe requirements.

  • 20+ years of roofing

    We are roofers first – we know how to work on fragile asbestos roofs and install the new one.

  • 10+ years in asbestos

    Trained, experienced asbestos crews who follow WorkSafe requirements on every job.

  • Our own staff

    We don’t subcontract. The team that quotes your job is the team that does it.

  • Removal + new roof

    One company, one quote, one project – no gaps between contractors.

  • Residential & commercial

    Homes, rentals, schools, factories, warehouses and property portfolios.

  • Auckland based

    Newmarket office, Auckland-wide service – with roots in Pukekohe and Franklin.

Licensed Building Practitioners · SiteWise Green prequalified · WINZ approved supplier

Reviews

What Auckland property owners say about JP Franklin

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  • “Highly recommend the team at JP Franklin Roofing! Thank you so much for the quick turn around on the job and the easy communication. Thanks heaps!”
    Zoe Wood Asbestos tile roof repair · Auckland
  • “Had a great experience with JP Franklin Roofing, had my old concrete tile roof replaced by a great team of roofers. Communication was excellent and everything done to a high quality of workmanship. From edge protection to total site clean up, everything was done exactly as I was told it would be. I highly recommend them to anyone in the future.”
    Haukaha Paul Concrete tile roof replacement · West Auckland
  • “Really impressed by the way JP Franklin Roofing performs jobs. They are very professional and timely. I couldn’t find any other company of that manner in their works. Excellent team and deserve an A+.”
    Tony Hopkins Metal roof replacement · Auckland

Cost guide

How much does asbestos removal cost?

Every property is different, so we don’t hide behind one number. The price of asbestos removal in Auckland depends on:

  • Roof or area size
  • Type of asbestos material
  • Roof pitch & height
  • Access & scaffolding
  • Condition of the material
  • Containment required
  • Disposal
  • Replacement roofing
  • Location
Staged asbestos re-roof showing old asbestos sheets beside new roofing

Site assessment

Free

Lab results

~48 hrs

Quote

Written

FAQ

Asbestos questions, answered

Straight answers to the questions Auckland homeowners and businesses ask us most.

In short: if your home or building was built before 2000, it may contain asbestos. Don’t disturb it – get it tested. If it’s damaged or in the way of renovations, have it removed by a licensed professional, and if it’s your roof, replace it in the same project.
All 28 FAQs

Do I have asbestos in my roof?

If your roof is Super Six (corrugated cement), Decramastic or pressed-metal tile, or fibre-cement shingle, and it was installed before the mid-1980s, there is a good chance it contains asbestos. A laboratory test of a small sample will confirm it.

Is asbestos dangerous if it isn’t disturbed?

Intact, non-friable asbestos (such as asbestos cement in good condition) that isn’t disturbed is generally low risk. The danger comes when it deteriorates or is drilled, cut, sanded, broken or water-blasted, releasing fibres that can be inhaled.

Can I remove asbestos myself in New Zealand?

Up to 10 m² of non-friable asbestos can be removed without a licence by a competent person, but you must control dust and dispose of it correctly. Any friable asbestos, and more than 10 m² of non-friable asbestos in a job, must be removed by a WorkSafe-licensed removalist.

Can an asbestos roof be repaired?

Yes, in many cases. Damaged Decramastic tiles or Super Six sheets can be replaced using asbestos-safe methods. If the roof is brittle and failing in several places, replacement is usually better value.

Should I remove or encapsulate my asbestos roof?

Encapsulation suits roofs that are still sound and will not be disturbed – but WorkSafe’s code of practice treats it as a temporary measure that needs regular re-inspection. If the roof is cracked, leaking or heavily weathered, removal and replacement is the long-term solution.

Do I need to leave my house during asbestos removal?

For most exterior jobs such as roof or cladding removal you can stay home with windows and doors closed and the work area off limits. For interior or friable removals you may need to stay elsewhere until clearance is given – we’ll explain in your removal plan.

How long does asbestos removal take?

A garage roof is often done in a day. A typical house roof takes one to three days to remove, or one to two weeks including a new roof. Large commercial projects are staged over several weeks.

What happens to asbestos after it is removed?

It is wetted, double-wrapped in heavy-duty plastic, labelled, transported in a covered vehicle and buried at a landfill licensed to accept asbestos. You receive the disposal dockets.

Can you replace the roof after asbestos removal?

Yes – that’s our speciality. JP Franklin removes the asbestos and installs a new long-run Colorsteel, metal-tile or asphalt-shingle roof with our own roofers. One company, one quote, one project.

How much does asbestos removal cost?

Every property is different. Price depends on the area, type of asbestos, roof pitch and height, access, condition, the containment required, disposal, and whether you want a replacement roof or cladding. See our cost guide, or upload photos for a free estimate.

Service areas

Asbestos removal across Auckland

From our Newmarket base we cover the whole Auckland region – plus Franklin, where JP Franklin Asbestos began.

Don’t see your suburb? We work Auckland-wide, with Northland and Wellington projects by arrangement. View all service areas.

One company · One quote · One project

Get your free asbestos assessment

Tell us what you’ve found – or send a few photos – and we’ll tell you what to do next. Free site assessments and written quotes across Auckland.

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