Hampshire · England
Garage Roof Asbestos Removal in Kingsmead, Hampshire
Asbestos garage roof removal for properties in Kingsmead and Hampshire: asbestos garage roof removal, with the sheets wrapped and taken away.
- Block garages
- Concrete-panel garages
- Roofs to clear before demolition
Asbestos garage roof removal in Kingsmead
How asbestos garage roof removal works in Kingsmead
Old cement garage roofs crack, grow moss and leak. Taking it off is usually the start of a new roof or conversion. Typical jobs include garages in a row or block and concrete-panel garages, involving bargeboards, cement gutters and cement wall panels.
In towns and villages like Kingsmead, garages are often one of several outbuildings with cement roofs, so it’s worth dealing with them together. If you’re unsure what you need, ask: we’ll tell you honestly whether it’s a test, a survey or removal.
- Area
- Kingsmead (PO17)
- County
- Hampshire
- What we do
- Corrugated cement roofs taken off whole
- Paperwork
- Consignment note for the sheets
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Materials, one by one
Roof felt
Some garages have felt under or over the sheets, which can contain asbestos in older products.
Fixings
Seized bolts are dealt with carefully.
Can I do it myself?
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.
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, while the property is empty.
What it costs
Quotes vary because of:
- How much waste there is
- The size of the job
- Licensed or non-licensed
- The type of material and its condition
Dealing with asbestos before building work is typically cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
Sending photos
For a quick quote, include:
- Labels, if any
- A rough size or measurement
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- The parking area
Each job is priced individually. Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form to get started.
What happens next
Keep the consignment note with your property records: it’s useful when you sell.
Some practical advice:
- Measure or estimate the size of the roof
- Let neighbours know beforehand
- Keep children and pets indoors during the work
- Keep the consignment note afterwards
Don’ts
If a sheet breaks in a storm, keep people away from the pieces.
Do not jet-wash, scrub or wire-brush the sheets.
Asbestos garage roofs around Kingsmead
Kingsmead is about 5 miles north of Fareham, in Hampshire. Homes, landlords and businesses in Kingsmead contact us for garage roof jobs about all kinds of jobs. We work in 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our area stretches from Kingsmead to Southampton (10 miles away).
Around St Clair's Meadow, a garage may share a plot with sheds and stores, which can be dealt with together.
Garage roof jobs anywhere in PO17 start with the postcode and some photos. Other places close to Kingsmead we cover include Woodend (1 mile east), Mislingford (1 mile north), Shirrell Heath (1 mile west), Soberton Heath (1 mile east) and Shedfield (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Winchester (12 miles north-west), Gosport (8 miles south), Havant (9 miles south-east), Eastleigh (8 miles north-west), Fareham (5 miles south) and Horndean (7 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Bishop's Waltham Museum (3.2 miles north-west) and Knowle Hospital (3.1 miles south-west). Open spaces near Kingsmead include Portsdown Hill and St Clair's Meadow.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Roebuck pub (within half a mile south)
The scope of garage roof removal
It’s worth knowing what garage roof removal does and doesn’t cover:
- If the roof turns out not to be asbestos cement, the method may change
- Block garages may involve several owners or a landlord
- We remove the asbestos roof; the new roof is usually a separate job
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal before booking.
Materials we see
- Roof felt
- Corrugated cement sheets
- Ridge pieces
- Bargeboards
- Gutters and downpipes
- Fixings and bolts
- Cement wall panels
Places near Kingsmead
Kingsmead: your questions answered
How far is Kingsmead from London?
Kingsmead is about 61 miles from central London, well within our area.
Could my house in Kingsmead contain asbestos?
Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Can you help with a flat?
Yes. For shared areas, ask the managing agent about the asbestos register.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
Looking will not tell you. Laboratory analysis of a sample gives the answer, especially in buildings from before 2000.
Can the roof be overclad?
It can be done on a sound roof, but preparation must not disturb the surface. Never jet-wash or wire-brush it.
What if my house is newer?
Buildings from after 2000 shouldn’t, because of the 1999 ban, but older parts and reused materials can still contain it.
Do you give written quotes?
Yes, every quote is in writing and says what’s included.
Is my garage roof in Kingsmead asbestos?
If it’s grey corrugated sheeting on a garage built before 2000, it may be, but you can’t be sure by looking. We can test a sample.
Options to consider in Kingsmead
Removing the roof sheets or the whole garage? Cement walls come down the same careful way; other parts of the structure may need a demolition contractor. The cost of garage roof removal depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. We quote each job individually.
Why choose us
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- Reports and results you can share
- Clear advice on your options
Take a look at how we price jobs or our cost guide.
How it works
On the day, we set up barrier tape around the garage and damp down the sheets, then release the fixings and lower each sheet whole. If anything unexpected turns up, we stop and talk to you before carrying on. Late-December sunset in Kingsmead is about 4:00pm, so we start early on winter roof jobs.
- Start with photos of the garage and how we reach it
- We confirm the material, testing if needed
- We plan the job and the waste, and send a quote
- We damp the sheets, release the fixings and lower them whole
- We take the wrapped sheets away and send the paperwork
Preparing for the visit
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
Ask for a quote
Include any existing survey or test when you fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749; it helps us quote accurately.
Related guides
- 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
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site