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Asbestos Garage Roof Removal in Smithfield
Asbestos garage roof removal for Smithfield: removal of asbestos cement garage roofs. Send us photos and we will tell you what you need.
- Sheet garages
- Lean-to roofs
- Block garages
Asbestos help in Smithfield
How we work
Our team wears coveralls and respiratory protection, and keep the area clear of everyone else. Before anything starts, we confirm the areas and materials with you, so there’s no confusion. Late-December sunset in Smithfield is about 3:55pm, so winter roof jobs start early and finish in daylight.
- Give us the size of the garage and the access
- We check the roof material first
- 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
Before we arrive
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Mention any parking restrictions
Ask for a quote
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
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How asbestos garage roof removal works in Smithfield
Many garages built before 2000, in Smithfield and elsewhere, have corrugated asbestos cement roofs. We take them off whole, keep them damp, wrap them and take them away, with a consignment note for your records. We often deal with corrugated roof sheets, bargeboards and downpipes, and people normally contact us about brittle, leaking roofs and double garages.
In London neighbourhoods like Smithfield, garage blocks are found on estates and behind terraces, so check who owns the block. We work to HSE guidance on every job, large or small.
- Where
- Smithfield (EC1V, EC1P, EC1R)
- Region
- Greater London
- Covers
- Removal of asbestos cement garage roofs
- Paperwork
- Waste consignment note
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Garage roofs in Smithfield
Smithfield is about 1 mile north of London, in Greater London. Smithfield is within our Greater London area, for garage roof jobs of every size. Smithfield is one of 764 places in Greater London where we work.
If you let a house with a garage near Farringdon station, check what the roof is made of before arranging repairs. Garages on busy roads like the A1 and A4 need loading planned in advance.
Here we cover the EC1V, EC1P and EC1R postcode area. We can help with garage roof jobs on streets such as Oat Lane, Shoe Lane and Long Lane or the roads around them. Main roads around Smithfield include the A1 and A4; tell us about parking if you are on a main road. Other places close to Smithfield we cover include Farringdon (1 mile north), Blackfriars (1 mile south), Holborn (1 mile west), Temple Bar (1 mile south-west) and Clerkenwell (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also work in Kensington (4 miles west), Walthamstow (6 miles north-east), Hampstead (4 miles north-west), Ruislip (14 miles west), Brompton (3 miles south-west) and Stockwell (4 miles south).
As a London location, Smithfield is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
A little further out are Postal Museum (under half a mile south-east) and Finsbury Health Centre (0.5 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Ludgate Hill and St. James's Park Lake.
- Nearby schools include St Alban's Church of England Primary School (less than half a mile west) and London Nautical School (0.9 miles south)
- Local churches include St Mary-at-Hill (1 mile south-east)
- Local pubs include Oriole pub (less than half a mile south-west)
- Local facilities include Barts Health Archives (under half a mile south-east) and County of London (0.5 miles south-east)
Looking after things afterwards
If you are converting the garage, tell your builder the roof has been removed and show them the paperwork.
Going forward:
- Keep the consignment note afterwards
- Clear the garage before the day, without touching the roof
- Book your roofer in advance
- Let neighbours know beforehand
Avoid these
Keep children and pets away from broken pieces.
Keep children and pets away from broken pieces.
Doing it yourself?
If you do find something during DIY, stop: keep people away, do not sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, quite apart from the asbestos, so never climb onto one.
Options to consider in Smithfield
What about painting or overcladding? Sometimes possible on a sound roof, but cleaning and preparation must not disturb the surface. Our guide covers the options. The cost of garage roof removal depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. Every quote is individual.
Why choose us
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Domestic and commercial work
- Accredited laboratory results
- Identify first, remove only when needed
See how we quote and the cost guide.
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Common questions in Smithfield
Is asbestos common in Smithfield homes?
That depends on when it was built and altered: asbestos was used until the 1999 ban, so older homes and older alterations in Smithfield can contain it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you work near Farringdon station?
Yes. Farringdon station is close to the centre of Smithfield, and we cover the whole area.
Can you remove one roof in a block of garages?
Generally, as long as we can work safely next to the others. Send photos and we will advise.
What happens to the old roof sheets?
They’re wrapped, labelled and taken to a permitted site by a registered waste carrier, with paperwork for your records.
Do I need to be at home?
We need access to every area in the job.
Can you remove the whole garage?
Cement wall panels can be removed in the same way as the roof sheets. Brick walls and bases need a builder or demolition contractor.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes: homeowners, landlords, managing agents, businesses and contractors. Tell us about the property and what you need.
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 can’t be sure by looking. We can test a sample.
Duty holders and landlords in Smithfield
The duty to manage applies to non-domestic premises and common parts, not to single private homes, but contractors still need to know about asbestos before they work.
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
The scope of garage roof removal
It’s worth knowing what garage roof removal does and does not cover:
- High winds can delay roof work
- Shared garage blocks may need the owners’ agreement
- Other parts of the garage may need a builder or demolition contractor
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Common materials
- Fixings and bolts
- Roof felt
- Corrugated cement sheets
- Gutters and downpipes
- Bargeboards
- Ridge pieces
- Cement wall panels
How we price garage roof removal
What drives the price:
- Material and condition
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- Waste quantity and disposal
There’s no one-size price, as every job differs. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
Sending photos
Good photos help us plan and quote. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- Damaged areas
- An overall view
- How we’d reach it
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. To start, send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
What it might be made of
Gutters and downpipes
They’re removed whole where possible.
Fixings
Hook bolts and fixings hold the sheets to the frame. We undo them gently to avoid cracking.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site