West Berkshire · England
Asbestos Garage Roof Removal for East Shefford
Asbestos garage roof removal in East Shefford, from older homes to workplaces. You get a written quote before anything starts.
- Roofs to clear before demolition
- Sheet garages
- Garage blocks
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Asbestos garage roofs around East Shefford
East Shefford is about 7 miles north-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Anywhere in East Shefford, just send the postcode, and we will quote. We cover all 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire. Our area stretches from East Shefford to Reading (20 miles away).
In East Shefford, many garages and sheds were added decades ago, often with cement roofs. Properties near Sole Common Pond may have outbuildings as well as a garage, which can be dealt with together. East Shefford is within about 5 miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, and garages on rural plots there often have neighbouring outbuildings roofed the same way.
We cover garage roof jobs across the RG17 and RG20 postcode area. We also carry out garage roof jobs in Great Shefford (1 mile north-west), Weston (1 mile south-east), Wickham (2 miles south), Shefford Woodlands (2 miles south-west) and East Garston (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Newbury (7 miles south-east), Thatcham (9 miles south-east), Speenhamland (7 miles south-east), Hungerford (5 miles south-west), Lambourn (5 miles north-west) and Shaw (7 miles south-east).
Within reach you will find Sole Common Pond.
Asbestos garage roof removal for East Shefford properties
The sheets are unbolted and lowered, never broken or dropped, since broken cement releases fibres. People often contact us about carport roofs and garage blocks, including cement wall panels, corrugated roof sheets and bargeboards.
Garages around East Shefford may be bigger than in towns, so tell us the size and send photos. Small jobs get the same care as big ones, with the same attention to the regulations.
- Area
- East Shefford (RG17, RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- What we do
- Removal of asbestos cement garage roofs
- You receive
- Waste consignment note
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What’s included, and what isn’t
The usual limits are:
- If the roof turns out not to be asbestos cement, the method may change
- 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 will tell you honestly before booking.
Common materials
- Fixings and bolts
- Corrugated cement sheets
- Cement wall panels
- Gutters and downpipes
- Ridge pieces
- Bargeboards
- Roof felt
How it works
In strong wind or heavy rain, we may have to stop, for safety. While we work, the area stays out of bounds, so arrange for pets and children to be elsewhere. We plan garage roof jobs in East Shefford for daylight: in late December it’s dark by about 4:00pm, in June not until about 9:25pm.
- Describe the garage
- We plan the access and the waste
- We time it around your roofer
- We take the roof off safely
- You get the waste paperwork
How to prepare
- Tell us about anything that’s already damaged
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Move things out of the way carefully
Getting a price
You will get a written quote. Just fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 with the details.
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Afterwards
If you’re converting the garage, tell your builder the roof has been removed and show them the paperwork.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Send photos of the whole garage and the access
- Empty the garage, but leave the roof alone
- File the waste paperwork
- Tell neighbours if the garage is next to theirs
Don’ts
Keep children and pets away from broken pieces.
Do not drill, cut or break the sheets.
What it might be made of
Wall panels
Walls come down the same way.
Fixings
The sheets are held on with bolts. We release them carefully so the sheets don’t crack.
Typical garage roof jobs in East Shefford
Weather slowly breaks down the surface of cement sheets, making them brittle and more likely to crack.
People usually contact us about one of these:
- Lean-to roofs
- Sheet garages
- Garages being knocked down
- Garages in a row or block
If you are a landlord with garages near Kintbury station, check what the roof is made of before arranging repairs.
What your quote should include
- Which laboratory analyses samples
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- VAT, clearly stated
- The scope of the job, in writing
Prices and what affects them
The biggest factors in the price are:
- Disposal costs
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- Location, parking and any London charges
Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, for example testing several materials, or removing a garage roof and a flue at the same time.
What to photograph
Helpful photos:
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- A rough size or measurement
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
To get a quote, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Common questions in East Shefford
My garage in East Shefford has a grey corrugated roof. Is it asbestos?
Older garages often do, but not all. A sample test will tell you.
Do you come out to small villages like East Shefford?
We do: small villages are covered too. Tell us about access and parking.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
Make the area safe first: shut the door if you can and do not sweep it up. Then get in touch and we will advise.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
That depends on the job: a report for a survey, a lab result for a test, or waste paperwork for removal.
How long does it take to remove a garage roof?
A single garage is typically a short job, but access, size and condition make a difference.
Can you remove the whole garage?
We can remove cement wall panels as well as the roof; brick walls and the base are a job for a builder or demolition contractor.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not always. If it’s in good condition and nobody will disturb it, leaving it in place and checking it can be the safer choice.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Of course. A pre-purchase survey, arranged with the seller’s permission, shows what asbestos is there before you exchange.
DIY and asbestos
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: leave the area, don’t clean it up, and ask for advice.
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
For landlords, agents and businesses
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site