England
Asbestos removal and surveys in Slough
We survey, test and remove asbestos in 31 towns and villages across Slough.
Asbestos help in Slough
Services in Slough
Choose a service to see every town we cover for it in Slough, or pick your town from the list below.
About asbestos removal in Slough
Removal is planned, not improvised: the method, the controls, the waste and any notification needed, before anyone starts. People often contact us about textured coatings and asbestos found during building work, including flue pipes, cement roof sheets and textured coatings.
We start by setting up and segregating the work area, then keep the material damp throughout.
- Share photos, the postcode and any survey or test you have
- We identify the material and work out whether the job is licensed, notifiable or non-licensed
- We quote in writing, including the waste
- On the agreed date we set up the work area and remove the material carefully
- We clean the area and send the consignment note
Cost
A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.
Why choose us
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Clear advice on your options
Get a quote
To get a quote, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
Landmarks near Slough
Jobs here are often close to Herschel Grammar School, St Michael and All Angels and Westgate School and the streets around them. You will also find Herschel Park (1.1 miles south-east), The Godolphin Junior Academy (0.6 miles north) and The Moon and Spoon pub (0.6 miles south-east). The nearest railway station is Slough station, about 0.7 miles east. Nearby you will also find Windsor Castle (2.1 miles south) and Municipal Borough of Slough (0.7 miles south-east). Open spaces near Slough include Taplow Lake and Burnham Beeches.
Slough: removal jobs of every size
Across Slough, we remove asbestos cement, textured coatings, tiles, flues and tanks, in Cippenham, Chalvey and Britwell and the 21 villages and hamlets around them.
Slough: If you let property near Slough station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal. In a school like Herschel Grammar School, any removal is agreed with the duty holder and done while the area is out of use. We plan outdoor jobs in Slough to finish before dark: that means by about 3:55pm in December, or about 9:25pm in June.
What we do and do not cover
Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is generally separate
- Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
Your options compared
Dealing with asbestos before work starts keeps the project on track, rather than halting work when it’s found.
Questions to ask before booking
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- The scope of the job, in writing
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
Can I do it myself?
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
What it might be made of
Bitumen and felt
Some old roof felts and bitumen products contain asbestos, which is typically well bound.
Asbestos cement
Breaking or cutting cement releases fibres, so we unfix and lower it rather than breaking it.
Why people call us in Slough
Until 1999, asbestos went into many building products, so buildings across Slough built or refurbished before 2000 can contain it.
Buildings from before 2000 can hide asbestos in many places. Typical situations are:
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
- Debris left from a previous job
- Finds during refurbishment
- Cement flues and gutters
Questions from Slough
What does licensed work mean?
Licensed work is work on the materials most likely to release fibres: lagging, sprayed coatings and most asbestos insulating board. It needs a contractor with an HSE licence.
Could my home contain asbestos?
Looking won’t tell you. A sample analysed in a laboratory is the reliable way to find out, especially in buildings from before 2000.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Of course. With the seller’s agreement, a pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you commit.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Leave the area, keep others out and close the door if you can. Don’t try to clean up the debris yourself, and ask for advice.
Do you give written quotes?
Always: the quote is in writing and sets out what’s included.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
No: asbestos waste is hazardous and can’t go in skips, bins or recycling. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
Do you test before removing asbestos in Slough?
If it hasn’t been identified, yes. The right method depends on what the material is.
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- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note