Kent · England
Asbestos Garage Roof Removal for Hicks Forstal
Asbestos garage roof removal for properties in Hicks Forstal and Kent: removal of asbestos cement garage roofs, with written paperwork.
- Garage conversions
- Old, cracked sheets
- Garages in a row or block
Asbestos garage roof removal near Hicks Forstal
How asbestos garage roof removal works in Hicks Forstal
Single, double and block garages, lean-tos and carports in Hicks Forstal all have roofs like these. Tell us the size and send photos. Typical jobs include block garages and garages before a new roof or conversion, including downpipes, ridge pieces and corrugated roof sheets.
In a village like Hicks Forstal, garages sit alongside barns, stables and outbuildings with similar cement roofs. We only recommend work that’s needed, and we will say when the right answer is to leave something alone.
- Location
- Hicks Forstal (CT3)
- Area hub
- Kent
- What we do
- Corrugated cement roofs taken off whole
- You receive
- Consignment note for the sheets
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Materials, one by one
Corrugated sheets
Corrugated asbestos cement sheets are the main part of most garage roofs. They’re kept damp and lowered whole.
Gutters and downpipes
We take them down in whole lengths.
How it works
On the day, we set up barrier tape around the garage and damp down the sheets, then unbolt each sheet and lower it without breaking it. If anything unexpected turns up, we stop and talk to you before carrying on. We plan garage roof jobs in Hicks Forstal for daylight: in late December it’s dark by about 3:50pm, in June not until about 9:15pm.
- Tell us the size of the garage and the access
- We work out how to reach the roof safely
- We time it around your roofer
- We remove the roof with controls to keep fibres down
- You get the waste paperwork
How to prepare
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Dig out previous surveys
Ask for a quote
Include any existing survey or test when you send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
Why people call us in Hicks Forstal
Garage roofs were often made of asbestos cement until 1999, so many garages across Kent still have them.
You can’t tell by looking, but these are common reasons people contact us:
- Lean-tos and carports
- Pieces of broken roof
- Old, cracked sheets
- Garages being knocked down
For rented homes with garages close to Sturry station, it’s worth knowing what the roof is before anyone works on it.
What to look for in a quote
- Which laboratory analyses samples
- The scope of the job, in writing
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
- Whether VAT is included
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
The duty to manage applies to non-domestic premises and common parts, not to single private homes, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.
What’s included, and what isn’t
We’re upfront about what’s included:
- Different materials need a different approach
- Re-roofing is normally separate
- Other parts of the garage may need a builder or demolition contractor
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise before you book.
Materials we see
- Roof felt
- Corrugated cement sheets
- Ridge pieces
- Cement wall panels
- Gutters and downpipes
- Bargeboards
- Fixings and bolts
Hicks Forstal: your questions answered
Do you cover Hicks Forstal and the area around Sturry station?
Yes, we cover Hicks Forstal and the area towards Sturry station, about 2.2 miles south.
How far is Hicks Forstal from London?
Hicks Forstal is about 54 miles from central London, well within our area.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
Never: it’s hazardous waste. We take it to a permitted site with paperwork.
My garage is in a row: can you still do it?
Often, yes, if the work area can be separated safely from the neighbouring garages. Photos help us check.
What if the weather’s bad?
It depends on the job: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
Work on higher-risk materials, such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board, is licensed and must be done by an HSE-licensed contractor. Cement and textured coatings normally are not licensed.
How long will the job take?
A single garage is usually a short job, but access, size and condition make a difference.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Clear photos and measurements are often enough; if not, we’ll arrange to see it.
Hicks Forstal garages: local notes
Hicks Forstal is about 2 miles south of Herne Bay, in Kent. Wherever your property is in Hicks Forstal, tell us the postcode and what you need, and we’ll quote. Hicks Forstal is one of 922 places in Kent where we work.
Near open spaces such as West Blean and Thornden Woods, some larger plots have more than one outbuilding, which can be dealt with together. Hicks Forstal is within about 3 miles of the coast, and on exposed sites wind decides when roof sheets can be taken down safely.
We handle garage roof jobs in every part of CT3 and the streets around it. For properties just outside Hicks Forstal, we cover Calcott (1 mile south-west), Herne Common (1 mile north), Knave's Ash (1 mile east), Herne (1 mile north) and Bullockstone (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (4 miles south-west), Margate (12 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Ramsgate (12 miles east), Broadstairs (13 miles east) and Whitstable (4 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include St Martins Hospital (3.9 miles south) and Canterbury Castle (4.6 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
After we have finished in Hicks Forstal
If the garage has other asbestos, such as cement wall panels or a flue, it should be recorded, or removed together.
Going forward:
- Give us a rough size
- Tell neighbours if the garage is next to theirs
- Send photos of the whole garage and the access
- Keep children and pets indoors during the work
Things not to do
Keep weight off the roof.
Never stand on the roof: it’s fragile and will not take your weight.
Also near Hicks Forstal
What else we do in Hicks Forstal
How we price garage roof removal
Every quote reflects:
- The category of work
- What the material is and its state
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- How much waste there is
Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: proper controls, lab analysis and legal waste disposal cost money.
Helping us quote
When you send photos, these help most:
- A clear close-up
- The access route
- A rough size or measurement
- Street parking nearby
For a quote, use our quote form or call 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Can I do it myself?
With a professional job, you get a record: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site