Kent · England
Asbestos Garage Roof Removal for Thurnham
Found something that might be asbestos in Thurnham? Our service covers garage roof sheets taken off whole and disposed of legally, with clear advice at each step.
- Carport roofs
- Roofs to clear before demolition
- Cracked, mossy or leaking roofs
Asbestos help in Thurnham
Asbestos garage roof removal in Thurnham
You cannot stand on an asbestos cement roof: they will not take a person’s weight. We use the right access equipment, not the roof itself. Common materials are cement gutters, downpipes and bargeboards, and typical jobs are carport roofs and single and double garage roofs.
In places like Thurnham, garages are often one of several outbuildings with cement roofs, so it’s worth dealing with them together. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, as the right approach depends on the material.
- Where
- Thurnham (ME14)
- Region
- Kent
- What we do
- Corrugated cement roofs taken off whole
- You receive
- Consignment note for the sheets
- Quotes
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Materials, one by one
Fixings
The sheets are held on with bolts. We release them carefully so the sheets do not crack.
Roof felt
You may find felt on the roof, which is sometimes tested too.
Questions from Thurnham
Do you work near Bearsted station?
Yes. Bearsted station is about 1.1 miles south-west of Thurnham, and we cover both.
Do you come out to small villages like Thurnham?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
Is my garage roof in Thurnham asbestos?
Pre-2000 grey corrugated sheeting often is, but only a test confirms it. A sample test will tell you.
Will I get the price in writing?
Every time: the quote is in writing and sets out what’s included.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
First, keep everyone away and don’t clean it up. Then contact us for advice.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
Work on higher-risk materials, such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board, is licensed and must be done by an HSE-licensed contractor. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not always: sound material that won’t be disturbed can often stay. It should be recorded and checked.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
Any building built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Garage roof removal around Thurnham
Thurnham is about 3 miles north-east of Maidstone, in Kent. Thurnham has a mix of older and newer buildings, and anything built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We work in all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 21 miles away.
Across Thurnham, garages and outbuildings may date from before 2000. If you let a house with a garage near Bearsted station, check what the roof is made of before arranging repairs. Thurnham is within about 3 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, where garages often sit alongside barns and outbuildings with similar roofs.
We cover garage roof jobs across ME14 and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Thurnham Lane, Aldington Lane and Pilgrims Way or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Neighbouring places we cover include Detling (1 mile north-west), Bearsted (1 mile south-west), Weavering (2 miles south-west), Grove Green (2 miles west) and Harbourland (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (3 miles south-west), Sittingbourne (7 miles north-east), Gravesend (13 miles north-west), Tonbridge (15 miles south-west), Faversham (13 miles east) and Northfleet (14 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Allington Castle (3.3 miles west) and KIMS hospital (1.4 miles west). The countryside around Thurnham includes Detling Hill.
- Local pubs include Black Horse Public House (within half a mile north-east)
What affects the price in Thurnham
Every quote reflects:
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- What the material is and its state
- Waste quantity and disposal
- The size of the job
Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, for example testing several materials, or removing a garage roof and a flue at the same time.
Photos that help
To help us quote quickly, send:
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- Visible markings
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Cracks or breaks
Not sure what you need? Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we’ll recommend the right option.
The process
We tape off the area and wet the sheets first, then unbolt each sheet and lower it without breaking it. Nobody else needs to be in the work area, so please keep children and pets away. In December, it’s dark in Thurnham by about 3:50pm, so winter roof jobs start early and finish in daylight.
- Send photos of the garage and the roof
- We confirm the material, testing a sample if needed
- We quote for the removal and disposal
- On the day we wet, unfix and lower the sheets whole
- The sheets are wrapped and taken away, and you get the consignment note
Getting ready
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
Ask for a quote
Each job is priced individually. Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749 to get started.
Related guides
Choosing the right option
Paint or overclad instead? It can work on a sound roof, but preparing it without disturbing the surface is the hard part. See our guide to repair, paint or replace. Dealing with asbestos before building work is usually cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
Why us?
- Clear written quotes
- Reports and results you can share
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Across London and the South East
Read how we quote and the cost guide.
The scope of garage roof removal
Worth knowing before booking:
- Other parts of the garage may need a builder or demolition contractor
- Re-roofing is normally separate
- Shared garage blocks may need the owners’ agreement
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Materials in Thurnham
- Roof felt
- Fixings and bolts
- Bargeboards
- Gutters and downpipes
- Cement wall panels
- Corrugated cement sheets
- Ridge pieces
Looking after things afterwards
Without the roof, the garage is exposed, so book the new roof in good time.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Keep the consignment note afterwards
- Keep children and pets indoors during the work
- Plan the new roof before removal
- Clear the garage before the day, without touching the roof
Avoid these
Don’t climb onto or walk on an asbestos cement roof: it’s fragile and will not take your weight.
Don’t jet-wash, scrub or wire-brush the sheets.
DIY and asbestos
With a professional job, you get a record: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, quite apart from the asbestos, so never climb onto one.
Why people call us in Thurnham
Garage conversions, extensions and new roofs mean the old roof has to come off.
These are the materials and situations that most often lead to garage roof jobs:
- Garages being knocked down
- Single and double garage roofs
- Storm-damaged sheets
- Carport roofs
Near open spaces such as Detling Hill, some larger plots have more than one outbuilding, so it can make sense to do them at once.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether VAT is included
- The documents you’ll receive
- How fibres will be kept down
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
Nearby places to Thurnham
What else we do in Thurnham
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site