Strata and multi-residential buildings
Asbestos abatement for strata and multi-residential buildings
In a strata or rental building, residents often live right next to the work area, and the word “asbestos” can cause worry. Bowfinn works with councils and property managers on repairs and depreciation-report projects: clear notices, tidy containment, and a closeout report the council and insurer can file.
- Occupied facilitiesContained work areas, phasing planned with you to limit disruption
- UA Local 170Signatory contractor
- Trained and certified crewsOn every asbestos abatement job
- InsuredInsurance certificates available on request.
What makes these projects different
- Residents living next to the work area
- Council approvals and owner communication
- Insurer questions and depreciation-report planning
- Owners renovating inside their own strata lots
How we work
- Plain-language resident notices
- Containment and clean routes through common areas
- Coordination with the strata manager, consultant and GC
- Closeout report for council and insurer
Procurement and documents
Strata and multi-residential work accepted
Frequently asked questions
Can the rest of the building stay in use during abatement?
Often, yes, with planning, but not the area being worked on. That area is cleared, restricted and signed, and for high-risk work it is fully enclosed until clearance. The regulation also requires prevention of spread to other areas and daily air sampling outside the containment when unprotected workers are nearby (OHS Regulation ss. 6.12–6.13, 6.21). How much of the building has to be closed depends on the scope. We plan the sequence, phasing and timing with you, including night and weekend shifts, so the rest of the facility is disrupted as little as possible.
Where is asbestos found in older buildings?
Commonly in drywall and joint compound, plaster and stucco, floor and ceiling tiles, roofing products, caulking and sealants, and pipe, boiler and tank insulation. Health Canada notes that before 1990 asbestos was mainly used to insulate buildings and for fireproofing.
What happens to the asbestos waste?
It goes to an authorized landfill in sealed, labelled containers. Friable waste asbestos is hazardous waste in BC, so loads over 5 kg generally need a licensed transporter and manifest (BC Government). Metro Vancouver's recycling and waste centres do not accept it (Metro Vancouver).
General information, not legal advice. Requirements depend on your project; confirm with WorkSafeBC, your municipality or a qualified professional.
Planning work in an older building?
Book a Site Consultation and we'll walk the scope, the schedule and the building with you.
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