

Project: Marianne Caughey Smith Preston Memorial Rest Home
Address: 17 Upland Road, Remuera, Auckland
Timeframe: Aug 2025 - Mar 2026
Summary of Asbestos in it:
- 3000+ m2 of class B ranging from Decramastic roof tiles, Soffit panels, cladding, roof vents and even a fish pond
- 600+ m2 of class A ranging from contaminated soil, lagging, rope, gaskets, paper backed vinyl.
- Demonstrating our growing capability, TCB Contractors was selected to manage the complex asbestos removal for this large-scale demolition. This flagship commercial project presented real-world challenges, from regulatory oversight by Worksafe to managing our impact on the local community. Through strategic planning and robust management, we turned these challenges into opportunities to showcase our professionalism. By forging strong partnerships with specialist companies for labour, site safety, equipment, and disposal, we guaranteed an on-time, safe, and compliant project completion, solidifying our reputation as a reliable leader in hazardous material removal.


Timeline: June 2025 – August 2025
Summary:
Class A: 600+ m2 of textured coating on render
Class B: 100m2 of soffits, cladding, EDB, Supersix roof remnants.
Description:
"The project provided a positive experience in collaborating with other companies, as we worked together effectively to meet both the client's budget and timelines. Though there were some challenges, particularly the technical difficulty of removing render elements and occasional delays from other contractors, the overall collaborative effort was focused on successfully navigating these obstacles to achieve the project goals."
