Asbestos Testing Services in Brisbane

SERS proudly expanded into the Queensland market in 2014, opening its Brisbane office in Albion, just 5km from the city’s central business district. Since then, we have been providing a wide range of asbestos services in Brisbane, including asbestos testing, asbestos surveys, and comprehensive asbestos management solutions. Our asbestos testing lab in Brisbane ensures accurate results, supporting both residential and commercial clients. From asbestos tests to tailored environmental services, SERS is committed to delivering the highest standards across Queensland.

Specialising in asbestos consultancy and testing services, including asbestos inspections and asbestos audits , our team delivers high-quality, end-to-end environmental solutions. Led by Regional Manager Richard Southam, we provide expert asbestos checks and asbestos inspection services in Brisbane to ensure safety and compliance. Our Queensland office features a NATA-accredited laboratory for asbestos analysis in air, bulk, and soils, as well as a fully equipped service centre for monitoring equipment. For reliable asbestos services in Brisbane, trust us to handle all your needs efficiently.

Why Brisbane’s Climate Demands Expert Asbestos Management

Brisbane’s humid subtropical climate—characterised by hot, wet summers and mild, dry winters—creates conditions that can accelerate the deterioration of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). With average summer temperatures ranging from 21°C to 29.8°C and high humidity levels, especially between December and February, the city’s weather can compromise the integrity of older building materials, increasing the risk of asbestos fibre release.

Severe thunderstorms are also common in Brisbane’s summer months, often bringing heavy rainfall, strong winds, and occasional hail . Such extreme weather events can damage roofs and other structures, potentially disturbing ACMs and posing health risks to occupants.

Brisbane’s Built Environment and Asbestos Legacy

Many of Brisbane’s homes and commercial buildings constructed before the 1990s may contain asbestos in roofing, insulation, wall linings, and flooring. Given the city’s expanding urban landscape and ongoing renovations, it’s crucial to identify and manage asbestos risks proactively.

Recent enforcement actions underscore the importance of proper asbestos handling. For instance, a waste facility in Eagleby was fined over $600,000 for illegal asbestos disposal and operating without proper authorization.

Contact SERS Brisbane, QLD
BRISBANE OFFICE

95 Sandgate Road
Albion, QLD 4010
1300 542 315
reception@sers.net.au

RICHARD SOUTHAM

Richard has been working in the Environmental industry for over eight years with experience, encompassing all aspects of asbestos surveying and remediation, dust, vibration and noise monitoring services and contaminated land remediation.

As a part of the SERS team, Richard has worked for a variety of clients, from the largest mining companies in Australia, large industrial and commercial developers to residential homeowners all over Australia. Richard commenced his employment with SERS as an Environmental Technical Officer and over the past six years has progressed through the company to become the Queensland Regional Manager. Richard is now responsible for overseeing all Queensland operations and providing the high quality of service expected from SERS to our existing and prospective clients.

Richard is a Department of Mines and Petroleum (DMP) Licensed Noise Officer, a NATA Approved Counter for analysis of air samples and a Licensed Asbestos Assessor.

Richard has also managed the assessment and remediation of several ACM contaminated land sites for Local Government and property developers. Richard has experience working with Naturally Occurring Asbestos (NOA) while performing respirable fibre monitoring works within the floodplains of Wittenoom WA for a large-scale infrastructure project in the region. Richard was also the primary consultant for a large-scale remediation of fire damaged properties after the bushfires in Esperance, Western Australia.

Richard also has extensive experience in the planning, deployment and ensuring on-site compliance to specifications for the full suite of SERS equipment, inclusive of:

Real-Time PM2.5 and PM10 Dust Monitoring
Gravimetric Dust Sampling for Respirable and Inhalable Dust
Vibration Monitoring and Compliance to Client Specifications
Noise Survey Reports to DMP Standards Inclusive of Personal Noise Dosimetry and Environmental Noise Monitoring.

Our Services in Brisbane

Our Brisbane team specialises in providing high-quality, end-to-end environmental services. These include:

Asbestos Consultancy & Testing

We provide expert asbestos inspections, asbestos testing, risk assessments, and remediation advice. Our team is equipped to handle air, bulk, and soil sample analysis through our in-house NATA-accredited laboratory.

Dilapidation Surveys

Our detailed dilapidation surveys document existing conditions of structures and infrastructure before nearby works commence—minimising potential liability and dispute risks.

Environmental Monitoring

We offer ongoing monitoring services including:

Dust (PM2.5 and PM10)
Noise (environmental and personal dosimetry)
Vibration (compliance with client specs)

Contaminated Land Services

From preliminary site investigations to full-scale remediation, we support property developers, local councils, and homeowners with efficient contaminated land assessments.

Why Choose SERS for Asbestos Services in Brisbane?

When you need expert Asbestos analysis in Brisbane, call in the best asbestos consultants in QLD. SERS have been providing high-quality environmental management services since 2008 and our consultants have been involved with the abatement of over one million square metres of asbestos contained within existing structures.

Local Expertise: Deep understanding of Brisbane’s climate and building structures.
Certified Professionals: Licensed and experienced team adhering to Queensland’s asbestos regulations.
Comprehensive Solutions: From inspection to disposal, we manage the entire process.
Safety First: Commitment to the health and safety of our clients and the environment.

Find out more about SERS asbestos removal services in Brisbane or call us today on 1300 542 315.