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Garage Roof Asbestos Removal in Lewisham, Greater London
Buildings in Lewisham built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We offer careful removal of corrugated garage roofs.
- Storm-damaged sheets
- Garages before a new roof or conversion
- Garage blocks
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About our asbestos garage roof removal in Lewisham
Each sheet is unfixed and lowered whole, because breaking asbestos cement releases fibres. Typical materials include cement gutters, cement wall panels and bargeboards, and typical jobs are sheet garages and garages due a new roof.
In Lewisham, garages are often reached through the garden or along a lane, so getting the sheets out takes planning. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, because the method depends on what the material is.
- Where
- Lewisham (SE13, SE8, SE6)
- Region
- Greater London
- What we do
- Garage roof sheets removed and disposed of
- You receive
- Consignment note for the sheets
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
For managing agents and freeholders in Lewisham, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades, and condition checked regularly.
Where asbestos turns up
Weather slowly breaks down the surface of cement sheets, making them brittle and more likely to crack.
Get advice if you are dealing with any of these:
- Block garages
- Storm-damaged sheets
- Single garages
- Sheet garages
In Lewisham, many garages and sheds were added decades ago, sometimes with cement sheet roofs.
Comparing quotes
- How the waste will be disposed of, and whether you will get a consignment note
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- VAT, clearly stated
- What you will receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
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The process
Our team wears coveralls and respiratory protection, and keep the area clear of everyone else. On the day, we check the area and talk you through the plan first. Garage roof removal in Lewisham is planned around daylight: in late December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, in June not until about 9:20pm.
- Give us the size of the garage and the access
- We confirm the roof is asbestos cement, testing a sample if needed
- We quote and book a date around your roofer
- We wet the sheets, undo the fixings and lower each sheet whole
- We take the wrapped sheets away and send the consignment note
Preparing for the visit
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Tell us about anything that’s already damaged
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
How to get a quote
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page; it helps us quote accurately.
Helpful guides
A closer look at the materials
Fixings
Rusted fixings may need cutting, done without damaging the sheets.
Gutters and downpipes
Older garages often have cement gutters and downpipes.
Doing it yourself?
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
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.
What it costs
Prices vary with:
- Access to the area
- Waste quantity and disposal
- How many samples are needed
- Location, parking and any London charges
Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
What to photograph
When you send photos, these help most:
- Cracks or breaks
- A rough size or measurement
- A clear close-up
- A photo of the whole area
Each job is priced individually. To start, call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Your questions about garage roof removal in Lewisham
Do you work near Lewisham station?
Yes, we cover Lewisham, including the streets around Lewisham station.
Can you work in Lewisham with London’s parking rules?
Yes, we work across London. Let us know the parking situation and we’ll plan around it; all of Greater London is inside the ULEZ.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
No. Asbestos is hazardous waste and must go to a site that accepts it. We take it to a permitted site with paperwork.
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 must still be done properly.
Do you work in Lewisham?
Yes. We cover Lewisham and the surrounding area as part of Greater London. Send us the postcode for a quote.
How do I get a quote?
Start with the postcode and a description of the material, with photos if possible. Then use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
It covers the higher-risk materials: lagging, sprayed coatings and most asbestos insulating board. Only a contractor holding an HSE licence can do it.
Can I paint my asbestos garage roof instead?
It’s possible on a sound roof, but preparation has its own risks. Don’t pressure-wash it first.
Choosing the right option
Thinking of doing it yourself? HSE advises the public not to remove asbestos themselves, and the roof is fragile, so there’s a serious falls risk too. When comparing quotes, check what’s included: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
Why choose us
- Records for your files
- Domestic and commercial work
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Honest advice, even when the answer is to leave it
Read how we price jobs or the cost guide.
Good to know
Worth knowing before booking:
- Other parts of the garage may need a builder or demolition contractor
- Block garages may involve several owners or a landlord
- Different materials need a different approach
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before booking.
Common materials
- Gutters and downpipes
- Cement wall panels
- Fixings and bolts
- Roof felt
- Corrugated cement sheets
- Ridge pieces
- Bargeboards
Lewisham garages: local notes
Lewisham is about 3 miles west of Eltham, in Greater London. Anywhere in Lewisham, just send the postcode, and we’ll quote. Lewisham is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover.
If the garage opens onto a main road such as the B220, tell us about parking and access. If you let a house with a garage near Lewisham station, it’s worth knowing what the roof is before anyone works on it.
For garage roof jobs in SE13, SE8 and SE6, just send the postcode and a few photos. That could mean a property on Station Road, Lewisham High Street and Lewis Grove, wherever it is in Lewisham. Being close to the B220, Lewisham is easy for us to reach. For properties just outside Lewisham, we cover Ladywell (1 mile south-west), St Johns (1 mile north-west), Hither Green (1 mile south-east), Blackheath (1 mile north-east) and Lee (1 mile south-east). We also cover nearby towns such as London (4 miles north-west), City of Westminster (7 miles north-west), Marylebone (7 miles north-west), Kensington (9 miles west), St Pancras (6 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (5 miles north-west).
As a London location, Lewisham is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: tell us about parking, permits and access when you ask for a quote.
Nearby you will also find Fan Museum (1.2 miles north) and University Hospital Lewisham (0.6 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Knight's Hill and Brookmill Road Local Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Lewisham include Prendergast Vale School (less than half a mile north-west) and St Joseph's Academy (0.6 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Watch House (within half a mile south)
- Local facilities include Nunhead (1.9 miles west)
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site