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Asbestos Garage Roof Removal for Shadwell
Asbestos garage roof removal in Shadwell, from older homes to workplaces. Every job is quoted in writing.
- Garage conversions
- Garages due for demolition
- Cracked, mossy or leaking roofs
Asbestos garage roof removal near Shadwell
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Landlords of single homes do not have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
Asbestos garage roof removal near Shadwell
You cannot stand on an asbestos cement roof: they can give way underfoot. We use the right access equipment, not the roof itself. People often contact us about roofs to clear before demolition and brittle, leaking roofs, including cement wall panels, bargeboards and cement gutters.
In London neighbourhoods like Shadwell, garage blocks are found on estates and behind terraces, so check who owns the block. Our quotes are written and say what’s included, so you know where you stand.
- Location
- Shadwell (SE16, E1, E1W)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- What we do
- Garage roof sheets removed and disposed of
- You receive
- Waste paperwork
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What’s included, and what isn’t
What’s in and what’s out:
- Brick walls and slabs are a builder’s job
- High winds can delay roof work
- Different materials need a different approach
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before you book.
What we deal with
- Ridge pieces
- Fixings and bolts
- Bargeboards
- Cement wall panels
- Gutters and downpipes
- Roof felt
- Corrugated cement sheets
What it costs
Our quotes take into account:
- How much there is
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- Location, parking and any London charges
- The survey scope
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
What to photograph:
- An idea of size
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Where we could park
- Damaged areas
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Then use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
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What we deal with in Shadwell
Corrugated asbestos cement was widely used for garage roofs until asbestos was banned in 1999, so they’re common across Greater London.
These come up again and again:
- Garages in a row or block
- Garages being knocked down
- Double garages
- Cracked, mossy or leaking roofs
Properties near Lavender Pond may have outbuildings as well as a garage, so it can make sense to do them at once.
Comparing quotes
- The method and controls
- What category of work it is
- Which laboratory analyses samples
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
Should you do it yourself?
If you do find something during DIY, stop: leave the area, don’t clean it up, and ask for advice.
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
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. Before we leave, we explain what we did and what comes next. In December, it’s dark in Shadwell by about 3:55pm, so winter roof jobs start early and finish in daylight.
- Send photos of the garage and the roof
- We check it’s asbestos cement
- You get a written quote
- On the day we wet, unfix and lower the sheets whole
- The sheets are wrapped and taken away, and you get the consignment note
How to prepare
- Make sure we can get to the area
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Mention any damage before we arrive
How to get a quote
Each job is priced individually. To start, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
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A closer look at the materials
Wall panels
Prefabricated garages may have cement walls.
Corrugated sheets
Most garage roofs are corrugated cement sheets. We wet them and lower them whole.
Shadwell questions
My garage in Shadwell has a grey corrugated roof. Is it asbestos?
Older garages often do, but not all. A sample test will tell you.
Is asbestos common in Shadwell homes?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Shadwell may have it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Can you remove one roof in a block of garages?
In most cases, if we can work safely alongside the neighbouring garages. Send us some photos.
Can you remove the whole garage?
We can remove cement wall panels as well as the roof; brickwork and slabs need a builder.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
Never: skips and household bins can’t take asbestos. It must go to a permitted site.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, as long as the seller agrees.
Can you quote from photos?
Many jobs can be quoted from photos, but larger or unclear jobs may need a visit.
Is my garage roof in Shadwell 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.
After we’ve finished in Shadwell
Any other asbestos in the garage should be noted, or removed together.
Keeping things safe:
- Tell neighbours if the garage is next to theirs
- Plan the new roof before removal
- Tell us about parking and access
- Photos of the garage and the way in help
Avoid these
Do not store anything on the roof or lean ladders against brittle sheets.
Never cut or break the sheets.
Garage roofs in Shadwell
Shadwell is about 1 mile south-east of Whitechapel, in Greater London. Shadwell is within our Greater London area, for garage roof jobs of every size. Shadwell is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover.
For rented homes with garages close to Wapping station, check what the roof is made of before arranging repairs. For garages on or near the A101 and A126, let us know where we can load.
Wherever your property is in SE16, E1 and E1W, garage roof removal is available. We can help with garage roof jobs on streets such as Swan Road, Thame Road and Brunel Road. Being close to the A101 and A126, Shadwell is simple for us to get to. Nearby, we also cover Ratcliff (1 mile north), East End of London (1 mile north-west), Wapping (1 mile west), St George in the East (1 mile west) and Limehouse (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include City of Westminster (5 miles west), Marylebone (4 miles west), Kensington (7 miles west), St Pancras (3 miles north-west), Walthamstow (6 miles north) and Hampstead (7 miles north-west).
Shadwell is in London, inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, where parking and loading can be restricted: tell us about parking, permits and access when you ask for a quote.
Nearby you will also find Tower of London (1.3 miles west) and Surrey Quays Shopping Centre (0.8 miles south). Within reach you’ll find Lavender Pond and Tower Hill.
- Nearby schools include Bacon's College (under half a mile south-east) and St Mellitus College (0.6 miles west)
- Local pubs include Prospect of Whitby pub (within half a mile west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Holy Trinity (1.2 miles north) and Bishopsgate Institute Special Collections and Archives (1.6 miles north-west)
- 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
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note