Isle of Wight · England
Garage Roof Asbestos Removal in Upton, Isle of Wight
Any pre-2000 building in Upton may contain asbestos. We offer removal of asbestos cement garage roofs.
- Garage blocks
- Garage conversions
- Prefab garages with cement walls
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Asbestos garage roof removal for Upton properties
Once the roof is off, the garage is open, so plan the new roof before the removal date. Mention your plans when you get in touch. We often deal with corrugated roof sheets, ridge pieces and downpipes, and typical jobs are brittle, leaking roofs and double garages.
In areas like Upton, garages are often one of several outbuildings with cement roofs, so it’s worth dealing with them together. We only recommend work that’s needed.
- Area
- Upton (PO33)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Service
- Garage roof sheets removed and disposed of
- You receive
- Waste paperwork
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Step by step
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 start, we walk through the job with you and answer any questions. We plan garage roof jobs in Upton for daylight: sunset is about 4:00pm in December and about 9:20pm in June.
- Start with photos of the garage and how we reach it
- If needed, we test a sample to confirm it’s asbestos cement
- We plan the job and the waste, and send a quote
- The sheets are wetted, unfixed and lowered without breaking
- We take the wrapped sheets away and send the paperwork
Before we arrive
- Find any old asbestos reports
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
- Let us know if something’s broken
How to get a quote
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. To start, fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
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A closer look at the materials
Corrugated sheets
The sheets are wrapped in heavy polythene for disposal.
Roof felt
We will tell you if it needs testing.
Why people call us in Upton
Wind can break sheets and scatter pieces, which need careful clearing.
People normally contact us about one of these:
- Garages due a new roof
- Carport roofs
- Concrete-panel garages
- Roofs to clear before demolition
For rented homes with garages close to Smallbrook Junction station, it’s worth knowing what the roof is before anyone works on it.
Comparing quotes
- How fibres will be kept down
- How the waste will be disposed of, and whether you’ll get a consignment note
- What paperwork you get
- That licensed work will be done by an HSE-licensed contractor
What it costs
Quotes vary because of:
- Parking and access charges
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- The category of work
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
Identifying asbestos early is cheaper than stopping work later, when the whole project can be held up.
What to photograph
A few photos can save a site visit:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- Where we could park
- A rough size or measurement
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Your questions about garage roof removal in Upton
Could my house in Upton contain asbestos?
Older homes can, if they date from before 2000. A sample test is the only reliable answer. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
My garage in Upton has a grey corrugated roof. Is it asbestos?
Older garages often do, but not all. Only a test can confirm it.
What if asbestos is found during building work?
The builder should stop and close off the area. We will identify it and advise on removal.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
A test answers the question for the materials sampled; a survey looks at everything in scope, including things you hadn’t spotted.
Can you help with a flat?
Yes, of course. For the shared areas of a block, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
My garage is in a row: can you still do it?
Usually, if we can work safely alongside the neighbouring garages. Photos help us check.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
Not always. If it’s in good condition and nobody will disturb it, leaving it in place and checking it can be the safer choice.
How dangerous is asbestos?
Asbestos is a hazard when its fibres get into the air. Diseases linked to it, such as mesothelioma and asbestosis, can appear many years later, so the aim is never to disturb it unknowingly.
Which option is right?
What about painting or overcladding? It can work on a sound roof, but preparing it without disturbing the surface is the hard part. Our guide covers the options. A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.
Why people choose us
- Clear advice on your options
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
See how we quote and published price ranges.
For landlords, agents and businesses
If you manage or own a block in Upton, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors, and condition checked regularly.
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
Garage roof removal around Upton
Upton is about 1 mile south-west of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. In Upton, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses. Upton is one of 125 places in the Isle of Wight we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 17 miles away.
Across Upton, garages and outbuildings may date from before 2000, often with cement roofs. Properties near Briddlesford Nature Reserve may have outbuildings as well as a garage, so it can make sense to do them at once. Upton is within about 2 miles of the coast; roof removal on exposed coastal sites is planned around the wind.
Garage roof jobs anywhere in PO33 start with the postcode and some photos. Whether your property is on Stroud Wood Road, Upton Road and Carters Road or anywhere nearby, we can help. Close by, we cover Haylands (1 mile north-east), Binstead (1 mile north), Ryde (1 mile north-east), Oakfield (1 mile north-east) and Elmfield (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Newport (5 miles west), Cowes (6 miles north-west), Sandown (4 miles south), Shanklin (6 miles south), Ventnor (8 miles south) and East Cowes (5 miles north-west). Remote sites take a little more planning, so ask early.
For somewhere as remote as Upton, early notice helps us plan the trip.
Other landmarks nearby include Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (5.2 miles south) and Sandown Castle (4 miles south). The countryside around Upton includes Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Brading Down.
- Local schools include Ryde Academy (0.8 miles north) and Ryde School with Upper Chine (1.3 miles north-east)
Can I do it myself?
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
With a professional job, you get a record: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
After the job
If you are converting the garage, tell your builder the roof has been removed and show them the paperwork.
Some practical advice:
- Tell us about parking and access
- Plan the new roof before removal
- Keep the consignment note afterwards
- Let neighbours know beforehand
Avoid these
Never pressure-wash or brush the roof.
If a sheet breaks in a storm, keep people away from the pieces.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site