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Garage Roof Asbestos Removal in Coombe, Greater London
Asbestos garage roof removal in Coombe: careful removal of corrugated garage roofs, for homes, rented property and workplaces. Done to HSE guidance, with paperwork for your records.
- Prefab garages with cement walls
- Garages due for demolition
- Carport roofs
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Materials we deal with
Ridge pieces
Ridge cappings are normally asbestos cement too.
Fixings
The sheets are held on with bolts. We release them carefully so the sheets do not crack.
Asbestos garage roof removal near Coombe
Garage roof removal in Coombe typically includes the sheets, ridge pieces, fixings and any asbestos cement gutters and downpipes, all wrapped for disposal. People often contact us about garages in a row or block and carport roofs, involving corrugated roof sheets, downpipes and bargeboards.
In parts of London like Coombe, garages are often in blocks behind houses or on estates, so check who owns the block. Small jobs get the same care as big ones, with the same attention to the regulations.
- Where
- Coombe (CR0, CR2, CR9)
- County
- Greater London
- What we do
- Corrugated cement roofs taken off whole
- Paperwork
- Waste consignment note
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Typical garage roof jobs in Coombe
Moss and lichen grow on old roofs and hold water, but cleaning them off by scrubbing or jet-washing disturbs the surface and releases fibres.
In older properties, we often see:
- Sheet garages
- Brittle, leaking roofs
- Pieces of broken roof
- Single and double garage roofs
Around Bramley Bank, a garage may share a plot with sheds and stores, so it can make sense to do them at once.
Questions to ask before booking
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- Which laboratory analyses samples
- What paperwork you get
Coombe garages: local notes
Coombe is about 1 mile east of Croydon, in Greater London. We work across Coombe and the surrounding area, on everything from houses and flats to workplaces and garages. We cover all 764 towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. Our area stretches from Coombe to London (about 9 miles away).
If you let a house with a garage near South Croydon station, find out whether the roof is asbestos cement before repairs. Across Coombe, garages and outbuildings may date from before 2000, sometimes with cement sheet roofs.
Anywhere in CR0, CR2 and CR9, we can help with garage roof removal. Your property could be on Oaks Road, Coombe Road and Coombe Lane or the roads around them, wherever it is in Coombe. If your property is just outside Coombe, we also cover Croydon (1 mile west), Addiscombe (1 mile north), South Croydon (1 mile south-west), Shirley Oaks (1 mile north-east) and Shirley (1 mile north-east). We also cover nearby towns such as London (9 miles north), City of Westminster (11 miles north), Marylebone (11 miles north), Kensington (11 miles north-west), St Pancras (11 miles north) and Shoreditch (11 miles north).
As a London location, Coombe is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: tell us about parking, permits and access when you ask for a quote.
Other landmarks nearby include Addiscombe (1.3 miles north) and National Psychosis Unit (2.1 miles north-east). Open spaces near Coombe include Bramley Bank and Duppas Hill.
- Local schools include Royal Russell School (within half a mile south) and St Peter's Primary School (0.9 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find Coombe Lodge pub (within half a mile south-west)
What happens
Our team wears coveralls and respiratory protection, and keep the area clear of everyone else. It helps if we can park nearby, so let us know about any restrictions. Garage roof removal in Coombe is planned around daylight: in late December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, in June not until about 9:20pm.
- Start with photos of the garage and how we reach it
- We confirm the material, testing if needed
- You get a written quote
- The sheets are wetted, unfixed and lowered without breaking
- We take the wrapped sheets away and send the paperwork
How to prepare
- Don’t disturb the material before we get there
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
- Move things out of the way carefully
How to get a quote
To get a quote, send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
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Doing it yourself?
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, don’t sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
What affects the price in Coombe
The cost depends on:
- The size of the job
- The survey scope
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- Material and condition
Sometimes a test shows removal isn’t needed, because the material is clear.
Sending photos
The most useful photos are:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- Where we could park
- A picture of the whole area
- An idea of size
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749, and we’ll recommend the right option.
Looking after things afterwards
If you are converting the garage, tell your builder the roof has been removed and show them the paperwork.
After we’ve finished:
- Keep pets and children inside
- File the waste paperwork
- Give us a rough size
- Plan the new roof before removal
Avoid these
Never pressure-wash or brush the roof.
Do not climb onto or walk on an asbestos cement roof: it’s fragile and will not take your weight.
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Your options compared
Be wary of a price that is much lower than others: broken sheets, no controls or illegal dumping. Always ask for the consignment note. A price that looks too good to be true often is: proper controls, lab analysis and legal waste disposal cost money.
Why people choose us
- Reports and results you can share
- Accredited laboratory results
- Honest advice, even when the answer is to leave it
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
See how we quote or our cost guide.
Questions from Coombe
Do you work near South Croydon station?
Yes, we cover Coombe and the area towards South Croydon station, about 1 mile west.
My garage in Coombe has a grey corrugated roof. Is it asbestos?
Older garages often do, but not all. Only a test can confirm it.
Do you work in flats?
Yes. For shared areas, ask the managing agent about the asbestos register.
Do you need a licence to remove an asbestos garage roof?
Normally not: HSE treats most asbestos cement sheet removal as non-licensed, but it must still be done properly.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
It covers the higher-risk materials: lagging, sprayed coatings and most asbestos insulating board. It needs a contractor with an HSE licence.
Should all asbestos be removed?
No. Material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed. Keep a record and check its condition.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
First, keep people away from the damaged material: close it off and don’t clean it up yourself. Then get in touch and we will advise.
Is a home built after 2000 likely to contain asbestos?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so a home built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it.
The scope of garage roof removal
The usual limits are:
- Block garages may involve several owners or a landlord
- Brick walls and slabs are a builder’s job
- Removal in strong wind is postponed for safety
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Materials in Coombe
- Gutters and downpipes
- Corrugated cement sheets
- Cement wall panels
- Ridge pieces
- Bargeboards
- Roof felt
- Fixings and bolts
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note