Greater London · England
Asbestos Garage Roof Removal for Pimlico
Found something that might be asbestos in Pimlico? We provide removal of asbestos cement garage roofs, explained in plain English.
- Garage blocks
- Cracked, mossy or leaking roofs
- Garages before a new roof or conversion
Asbestos help in Pimlico
Asbestos garage roof removal for Pimlico properties
An old asbestos cement garage roof in Pimlico tends to become brittle, mossy and leaky. Removal is often the first step to a new roof or a garage conversion. People often contact us about garages due for demolition and brittle, leaking roofs, involving corrugated roof sheets, ridge pieces and cement gutters.
Garages around Pimlico are often at the end of a garden or in a block off a rear lane, so getting the sheets out takes planning. We only recommend work that is needed.
- Location
- Pimlico (SW1P, SW1V, SW1W)
- Region
- Greater London
- What we do
- Removal of asbestos cement garage roofs
- Afterwards
- Consignment note for the sheets
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Pimlico garages: local notes
Pimlico is about 1 mile east of Brompton, in Greater London. Pimlico is within our Greater London area, for garage roof jobs of every size. Pimlico is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover.
If the garage opens onto a main road such as the A202 and A3212, tell us about parking and access. Properties near Battersea Park Lake may have outbuildings as well as a garage.
For garage roof jobs in SW1P, SW1V and SW1W, just send the postcode and a few photos. Local streets include Ponton Road, Wilton Road and Ebury Square; we cover every one. Pimlico sits on or near the A202 and A3212, so mention parking if the property is on one. We also carry out garage roof jobs in Victoria (1 mile north-west), Nine Elms (1 mile south-west), Westminster (1 mile north), Millbank (1 mile north) and Vauxhall (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Kensington (3 miles west), St Pancras (3 miles north), Shoreditch (4 miles north-east), Walthamstow (8 miles north-east), Hoxton (4 miles north-east) and Whitechapel (4 miles north-east).
Pimlico is in London, inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, where parking and loading can be restricted: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Nearby you will also find Health Exhibition Centre (0.5 miles north-west) and Westminster St Margaret and St John (0.8 miles north). The countryside around Pimlico includes Bellenden Road Nature Garden and Ludgate Hill.
- Local schools include Pimlico Academy (under half a mile south-east) and Grosvenor School of Modern Art (less than half a mile north-west)
- Pubs nearby include Denbigh Arms (less than half a mile north-west)
- Other local spots include Lambeth Palace Library (1.1 miles north-east)
Good to know
Some limits to bear in mind:
- Brick walls and slabs are a builder’s job
- We remove the asbestos roof; the new roof is generally a separate job
- Different materials need a different approach
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Common materials
- Ridge pieces
- Cement wall panels
- Fixings and bolts
- Corrugated cement sheets
- Bargeboards
- Gutters and downpipes
- Roof felt
DIY and asbestos
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
Looking after things afterwards
Keep the consignment note with your property records: buyers’ solicitors may ask about it.
Going forward:
- Let us know where we can park
- Clear the garage before the day, without touching the roof
- Let neighbours know beforehand
- File the waste paperwork
Don’ts
Keep children and pets away from broken pieces.
Don’t climb onto or walk on an asbestos cement roof: it’s fragile and will not take your weight.
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. Garage roof removal in Pimlico is planned around daylight: sunset is about 3:55pm in December and about 9:20pm in June.
- Send photos of the garage, the roof and the access
- If needed, we test a sample to confirm it’s asbestos cement
- You get a written quote
- We damp the sheets, release the fixings and lower them whole
- The sheets are wrapped and taken to a permitted site, with a consignment note
Before we arrive
- Dig out previous surveys
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Tell us about parking and access
Ask for 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
How we price garage roof removal
These are the main things that affect the price of garage roof removal:
- The quantity or area
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Travel and parking
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
Photos that help
For a quick quote, include:
- Damaged areas
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- An idea of size
- The parking area
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Which option is right?
Removal first, then the new roof, so the roofer starts on a clear structure. Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, such as testing several materials at once.
Why people choose us
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- Accredited laboratory results
- Across London and the South East
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
Take a look at our prices page and our cost guide.
Why people call us in Pimlico
Corrugated asbestos cement was widely used for garage roofs until asbestos was banned in 1999, so many garages across Greater London still have them.
People usually contact us about one of these:
- Prefab garages with cement walls
- Pieces of broken roof
- Garage conversions
- Garages due for demolition
For rented homes with garages close to London Victoria station, check what the roof is made of before arranging repairs.
Comparing quotes
- Whether the job needs notifying
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
- VAT, clearly stated
Duty holders and landlords in Pimlico
If you manage or own a block in Pimlico, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors.
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.
Common questions in Pimlico
My garage in Pimlico has a grey corrugated roof. Is it asbestos?
Older garages often do, but not all. Only a test can confirm it.
Can you work in Pimlico with London’s parking rules?
We do. Let us know the parking situation and we will plan around it.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
Higher-risk materials need an HSE-licensed contractor. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
First, keep people away from the damaged material: close it off and don’t clean it up yourself. Then get in touch and we will advise.
Is a home built after 2000 likely to contain asbestos?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so a home built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it.
Can you help a business or landlord?
We do. Landlords, agents, businesses and builders all use our services.
How quickly can you come out?
Dates are agreed once the quote is accepted. Notifiable jobs cannot start until they’ve been notified.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos fibres can cause serious lung diseases years after exposure. The main risk is from disturbing it, so identifying it before work is important.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site