Hampshire · England
Asbestos Garage Roof Removal in Highbridge
Buildings in Highbridge built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We offer garage roof sheets taken off whole and disposed of legally.
- Old, cracked sheets
- Garages due a new roof
- Double garages
Asbestos help in Highbridge
Materials we deal with
Roof felt
We’ll tell you if it needs testing.
Fixings
Rusted fixings may need cutting, done without damaging the sheets.
How asbestos garage roof removal works in Highbridge
You cannot stand on an asbestos cement roof: they can give way underfoot. We work from ladders, stepladders, towers or crawling boards as the roof needs. From broken sheets after high winds and concrete-panel garages, we cover bargeboards, cement gutters and cement wall panels and more.
Garages around Highbridge may be bigger than in towns, so photos and sizes help us quote. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, because the method depends on what the material is.
- Location
- Highbridge (SO50)
- County
- Hampshire
- Covers
- Removal of asbestos cement garage roofs
- Paperwork
- Waste consignment note
- Quotes
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Nearby places to Highbridge
Other services in Highbridge
Asbestos garage roofs around Highbridge
Highbridge is about 2 miles north of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. For garage roof jobs in Highbridge, tell us about parking and access when you get in touch. Highbridge is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 6 miles away.
Across Highbridge, garages and outbuildings may date from before 2000, sometimes with cement sheet roofs. Around Shawford Down, a garage may share a plot with sheds and stores, which can be dealt with together.
Here we cover the SO50 postcode area. Whether your property is on Wardle Road and Highbridge Road or a nearby road, the process is the same. Close by, we cover Lord's Wood (1 mile south-east), Brambridge (1 mile north-east), Colden Common (1 mile north-east), Nob's Crook (1 mile east) and Allbrook (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also work in Winchester (5 miles north), Gosport (15 miles south-east), Fareham (11 miles south-east), Horndean (15 miles east), Totton (9 miles south-west) and Hedge End (5 miles south).
A little further out are Eastleigh Museum (1.8 miles south-west) and Moorgreen Hospital (4.3 miles south). Within reach you’ll find Shawford Down and Twyford Down.
- Schools near Highbridge include Thornden School (1.3 miles west) and Thornden School (1.4 miles west)
What happens
After removal, we clean up and check for debris, then load the wrapped waste. Before we start, we walk through the job with you and answer any questions. Late-December sunset in Highbridge is about 4:00pm, so we start early on winter roof jobs.
- Describe the garage
- We plan the access and the waste
- We agree a date that fits your new roof
- We remove the roof with controls to keep fibres down
- We clean up and send the paperwork
Getting ready
- Mention any damage before we arrive
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Tell us about parking and access
Get a quote
Every job is quoted in writing. Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page with the details.
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Typical garage roof jobs in Highbridge
Corrugated asbestos cement was widely used for garage roofs until asbestos was banned in 1999, so they’re common across Hampshire.
People usually contact us about one of these:
- Carport roofs
- Roofs to clear before demolition
- Storm-damaged sheets
- Old, cracked sheets
For rented homes with garages close to Eastleigh station, check what the roof is made of before arranging repairs.
What your quote should include
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- Whether VAT is included
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
Can I do it myself?
Asbestos waste can’t go in household bins, recycling or skips. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
After the job
If the garage has other asbestos, such as cement wall panels or a flue, it should be recorded, or removed at the same time if you prefer.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Book your roofer in advance
- Give us a rough size
- Tell neighbours if the garage is next to theirs
- Clear the garage before the day, without touching the roof
What to avoid
Don’t jet-wash, scrub or wire-brush the sheets.
If a sheet breaks in a storm, keep people away from the pieces and ask for advice.
Limits to be aware of
Here’s what garage roof removal covers, and what it does not:
- Removal in strong wind is postponed for safety
- Shared garage blocks may need the owners’ agreement
- Other parts of the garage may need a builder or demolition contractor
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we see
- Fixings and bolts
- Gutters and downpipes
- Ridge pieces
- Cement wall panels
- Corrugated cement sheets
- Roof felt
- Bargeboards
Options to consider in Highbridge
Paint or overclad instead? It can work on a sound roof, but preparing it without disturbing the surface is the hard part. See our guide to repair, paint or replace. Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: proper controls, lab analysis and legal waste disposal cost money.
How we work in Highbridge
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- Reports and results you can share
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- No removal until we know what it is
See how we quote and our cost guide.
What affects the price in Highbridge
What changes the cost:
- What the material is and its state
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- The quantity or area
- Access to the area
Doing several things in one visit can help, such as testing several materials at once.
What to photograph
Photos often save us a visit:
- Cracks or breaks
- A rough size or measurement
- Where we could park
- The access route
Each job is priced individually. To start, call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
FAQs for Highbridge
Do you cover Highbridge from London?
Highbridge is about 64 miles from central London, well within our area.
Do older homes in Highbridge have asbestos?
Any home in Highbridge built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos, but only a test can confirm it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Where do the sheets go?
They go to a permitted site, wrapped and labelled, with paperwork for your records.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos is a hazard when its fibres get into the air. The related diseases often take decades to develop, which is why it’s identified before work.
Do you need a licence to remove an asbestos garage roof?
Generally not: HSE treats most asbestos cement sheet removal as non-licensed, but it still needs controls, training and legal disposal.
Can you help with a flat?
Yes. For shared areas, ask the managing agent about the asbestos register.
My garage is in a row: can you still do it?
Normally, as long as we can work safely next to the others. Send photos and we’ll advise.
How long will the job take?
A single garage is generally a short job, though access and condition affect it.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- 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