Asbestos Demolition Survey

Is your organisation planning major renovations or demolition work? Before any structural changes begin, assessing your site for asbestos is more than a legal requirement—it’s crucial to the project’s success and safety.

We specialise in conducting thorough asbestos demolition surveys for New Zealand’s large-scale commercial and industrial properties. From multi-storey offices to industrial facilities, we understand the unique challenges of asbestos surveys and developing an asbestos management plan in NZ. Trust our experienced team to help you navigate the complexities of an asbestos demolition survey in NZ; contact us today.

Why refurbishment and demolition surveys are important

An asbestos demolition survey is crucial to any commercial renovation or demolition. These detailed assessments protect your organisation from serious health, legal, and financial risks from disturbing asbestos-containing materials.

A professional demolition or asbestos refurbishment survey prevents unexpected project delays and cost overruns. Early detection allows for precise project planning, budgeting, and safety measures, which are all crucial for commercial projects where time and cost efficiency are paramount. An asbestos demolition survey provides:

  • Identification of asbestos materials that may or will be affected by the upcoming works

  • Comprehensive documentation for regulatory requirements

  • Clear guidance for contractors and project managers

  • Protection against future liability claims

  • Confidence in worker and occupant safety

For commercial property owners and managers, an asbestos refurbishment and demolition survey ensures projects proceed smoothly while maintaining compliance with NZ health and safety requirements.

Our approach to asbestos demolition and refurbishment surveys

Demolition surveys

Asbestos demolition surveys identify all asbestos-containing materials within your property, ensuring safe and compliant removal before any demolition work commences. The process includes:

  • Full-scope assessment of the demolition site

  • Thorough inspections to locate asbestos-containing materials, including hidden areas

  • Professional sampling and lab testing

  • Detailed reporting of asbestos locations, types, and conditions

  • Clear recommendations

Refurbishment survey

When planning renovations or refurbishment work, SQN Consultants can perform targeted asbestos refurbishment surveys that focus specifically on the areas of your site that will be disturbed during the planned works. Our refurbishment survey approach includes:

  • Precise mapping of renovation zones

  • Focused inspections of affected areas

  • Strategic sampling and analysis

  • Guidance for managing asbestos-containing materials during renovation works

  • Ongoing support throughout your renovation project

Our experienced team can handle both refurbishment and demolition surveys, ensuring you receive the highest level of expertise for your commercial project.

Frequently asked questions

  • A general management survey works to locate and monitor asbestos-containing materials during a building’s normal occupation and use. It is a less invasive process, typically focused more on managing asbestos that can be safely left in place.

    In contrast, asbestos refurbishment and demolition surveys are far more comprehensive and intrusive, designed to locate ALL asbestos-containing materials in areas where the work will occur. This process includes investigating normally hidden or inaccessible areas that could be disturbed during construction.

  • Our survey reports provide comprehensive documentation that meets all regulatory requirements while being clear and actionable. Each report includes:

    • Detailed site plans showing all asbestos locations

    • Lab analysis results confirming asbestos types

    • Risk assessments for each identified material

    • Photo documentation of sampling locations

    • Clear recommendations for removal or management

    • Estimated material quantities for accurate contractor quotes

    • Specific guidance for demolition or renovation teams

    Our thorough approach to demolition and refurbishment surveys ensures your project team has all the necessary information to proceed safely and efficiently while maintaining compliance.

  • The Health and Safety at Work (Asbestos) Regulations 2016 legally require demolition and refurbishment surveys on any property built before 2000 before work that may disturb asbestos-containing materials begins. The survey must be carried out by a competent asbestos surveyor.

    This legislation requires property owners to identify all asbestos risks before starting refurbishment or demolition work. Failing to conduct proper asbestos surveys before demolition or refurbishment can result in major health effects or exposure events, financial penalties, project delays, liability issues, WorkSafe NZ enforcement actions, and reputational damage.

    Our asbestos refurbishment survey team will ensure your project fully complies with all current regulations, protecting your workers, construction timeline, and business interests.

Trust SQN Consultants with your asbestos demolition survey in NZ

With extensive experience in complex commercial projects and our Technical Advisory Board, we deliver the expertise your project demands. Trust our team to provide the thorough survey documentation you need to proceed confidently, along with airborne asbestos testingand asbestos clearance inspections. Contact us today for an asbestos demolition survey in NZ.