Removing asbestos is never a simple DIY task. Depending on where you live—Flanders, Brussels, or Wallonia—different rules, obligations, and options apply. Whether you do the work yourself, hire a contractor, or are an employer responsible for a building, each region has its own approach.

  • Sometimes asbestos can be left in place, but in other cases, you are legally required to remove it. This includes renovations, demolition work, or situations where the material is damaged. Each region has its own criteria. Here is a clear overview of when action is necessary.

  • Are you the owner or manager of a building where people work or stay? Then you have additional responsibilities. In Flanders, a demolition monitoring plan is mandatory for certain works. In Brussels, permits are required, and in Wallonia, you must have an asbestos inventory prepared annually by a certified expert. Here you can see what you, as an employer, need to arrange.

  • Do you want to have asbestos removed and wonder if you are entitled to a grant? In Flanders, various subsidies and loans are available. In Brussels and Wallonia, there is currently no financial support.

    Here you can find out what is possible—and where to apply.

     

  • Removing asbestos yourself is allowed in certain cases, but it must always be done safely. Each region has its own guidelines on how to proceed: from mandatory protective equipment to specific techniques and reporting procedures. Here you can find out what you can and cannot do in Flanders, Brussels, and Wallonia.

  • If you leave the work to a certified contractor, rules also apply—not just for you, but especially for the professional. Each region determines which techniques are allowed, how the work must be carried out, and which documents are mandatory. Here you can read what a professional must comply with in each region.

  • Not everyone is allowed to remove asbestos. Contractors must have specific permits and certifications, depending on the region in which they operate. In Flanders, this is handled via the Social Security e‑portal and the Workplace Wellbeing Inspectorate. Brussels and Wallonia have their own procedures. Here is an overview of what is required.

  • You may never simply throw asbestos in the household waste. The disposal of asbestos waste is strictly regulated and differs by region. In Flanders, you can have it collected or bring it yourself to a recycling park. In Brussels, there are only two certified collection points. In Wallonia, you can purchase special bags annually and dispose of asbestos via certified channels. Here’s how to do it safely and correctly.


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