Brighton and Hove · England
Garage Roof Asbestos Removal in Hove, Brighton and Hove
Found something that might be asbestos in Hove? Our service covers removal of asbestos cement garage roofs, with clear advice at each step.
- Roofs to clear before demolition
- Garages before a new roof or conversion
- Block garages
Get a quote for Hove
About our asbestos garage roof removal in Hove
An old asbestos cement garage roof in Hove tends to become brittle, mossy and leaky. Taking it off is normally the start of a new roof or conversion. From garages being knocked down and block garages, we deal with bargeboards, downpipes and cement wall panels.
Garage conversions are popular in towns like Hove, and the old cement roof is usually the first thing to go. Work is planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance.
- Where
- Hove (BN3, BN1, BN52)
- County
- Brighton and Hove
- What we do
- Removal of asbestos cement garage roofs
- Afterwards
- Waste paperwork
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Which option is right?
Removing the roof sheets or the whole garage? Cement wall panels can be removed in the same way as the roof sheets; other parts of the structure may need a demolition contractor. A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, because the material is clear.
How we work in Hove
- Covering London and the South East
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
Take a look at how we price jobs and the cost guide.
FAQs for Hove
Is asbestos common in Hove homes?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Hove may have it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Are garage roofs in Hove normally asbestos?
Older garages often do, but not all. Only a test can confirm it.
Can you help with a shop or office?
We do. Tell us the size and use of the building and what you need, and any existing asbestos register.
Do you need a licence to remove an asbestos garage roof?
Removing asbestos cement sheets is non-licensed work in most cases under HSE guidance, but it must still be done properly.
Do you cover Hove?
Yes. We cover Hove and the surrounding area as part of Brighton and Hove. Tell us the postcode and what you need.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Breathing in asbestos fibres can cause serious diseases, often decades later. The main risk is from disturbing it, so identifying it before work is important.
How do I know if my garage roof is asbestos?
If it’s grey corrugated sheeting on a garage built before 2000, it may be, but you cannot be sure by looking. We can test a sample.
What paperwork will I get?
Depending on the job, a report, results or a consignment note.
For landlords, agents and businesses
Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
If you’re responsible for a non-domestic building or the common parts of flats in Hove, you have a duty to manage asbestos under regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
More for properties in Hove
What we do and don’t cover
Worth knowing before booking:
- Shared garage blocks may need the owners’ agreement
- Brick walls and slabs are a builder’s job
- Different materials need a different approach
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Common materials
- Ridge pieces
- Corrugated cement sheets
- Bargeboards
- Gutters and downpipes
- Roof felt
- Fixings and bolts
- Cement wall panels
After the job
Any other asbestos in the garage should be noted, or removed at the same time if you prefer.
Looking after any asbestos that remains:
- Keep children and pets indoors during the work
- Tell neighbours if the garage is next to theirs
- Give us a rough size
- Photos of the garage and the way in help
Avoid these
Do not drill, cut or break the sheets.
Don’t climb onto or walk on an asbestos cement roof: it can break underfoot.
How we price garage roof removal
The biggest factors in the price are:
- Location, parking and any London charges
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Material and condition
There is no one-size price, as every job differs. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
Helping us quote
The most useful photos are:
- Approximate dimensions
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Labels, if any
- Where we could park
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 to get started.
Garage roof removal around Hove
Hove is about 2 miles west of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. We work across Hove and the surrounding area, from older terraces and semis to flats, workplaces and outbuildings. Hove is one of 30 places in Brighton and Hove where we work.
Properties near Whitehawk Hill may have outbuildings as well as a garage, which can be dealt with together. Older houses in Hove, near Holy Trinity Church or elsewhere, may have garages or outbuildings added before 2000, sometimes with cement sheet roofs. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles, and garages on rural plots there often have neighbouring outbuildings roofed the same way. The sea is within about 2 miles; roof removal on exposed coastal sites is planned around the wind.
For garage roof jobs in BN3, BN1 and BN52, just send the postcode and a few photos. From Farm Road, York Road and Aymer Road or a nearby road, the process is the same. You’ll find Hove on the A270 and A2023, so it’s easy for us to reach. Other places close to Hove we cover include Brighton and Hove (1 mile north-west), Brunswick (1 mile south-east), Aldrington (1 mile west), Prestonville (1 mile north-east) and West Blatchington (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Kemptown (3 miles east), Whitehawk (3 miles east), Moulsecoomb (3 miles east), Hollingbury (3 miles north-east), Bevendean (3 miles east) and Saltdean (6 miles east). Being one of Brighton and Hove’s larger places, Hove has a wide mix of older and newer buildings.
Well-known places in the area include British Engineerium (0.9 miles north) and Montefiore Hospital (0.7 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Whitehawk Hill and Thundersbarrow Hill.
- Local schools include The Drive Prep School (within half a mile north-east) and Hove Park School (0.7 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Urchin pub (within half a mile south-west)
How we work
Each sheet is wrapped in heavy polythene or bagged and labelled as it comes down, ready for disposal at a permitted site. The work area is kept clear while we are working. Late-December sunset in Hove is about 3:55pm, so we start early on winter roof jobs.
- Send photos of the garage and the roof
- We confirm the material, testing a sample if needed
- We quote for the removal and disposal
- We remove the sheets carefully
- The waste goes to a permitted site with paperwork
Before we arrive
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
- Clear the way to the work area
- Mention any parking restrictions
How to get a quote
You’ll get a written quote. Just fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
Helpful guides
DIY and asbestos
Asbestos waste can’t go in household bins, recycling or skips. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Materials, one by one
Gutters and downpipes
They’re removed whole where possible.
Fixings
The sheets are held on with bolts. We release them carefully so the sheets do not crack.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site