Hampshire · England
Asbestos Removal Services in Abbotswood, Hampshire
Looking for asbestos removal in Abbotswood? We cover Abbotswood and the surrounding area, with plain-English advice and a written quote.
- Old cold water tanks
- Old flues
- Asbestos garages
Asbestos removal in Abbotswood
The scope of asbestos removal
It’s worth knowing what asbestos removal does and doesn’t cover:
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
- Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is typically separate
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we see
- Garage and shed roofs
- Soffits (cement)
- Flue pipes
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Artex and textured coatings
- Gutters and downpipes
- Panels and boards
- Water tanks
- Bitumen roof felt
- Floor tiles and adhesive
How asbestos removal works in Abbotswood
In homes, in Abbotswood as elsewhere, the usual materials are cement products, textured coatings and floor tiles. Work on these is normally non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed under HSE guidance, which still means proper controls. Typical jobs include debris left from a previous job and loft water tanks, including cement roof sheets, cement soffits and water tanks.
Rural removal near Abbotswood can mean longer distances to carry waste, so we plan the route before the day. We start with a clear answer: is it asbestos, and what should you do about it.
- Area
- Abbotswood (SO51)
- County
- Hampshire
- Service
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- You receive
- Waste consignment note
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
What drives the price:
- What the material is and its state
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Travel and parking
- The quantity or area
We don’t publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
Photos that help
To help us quote quickly, send:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Approximate dimensions
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: send them through our contact page.
Typical removal jobs in Abbotswood
Damage from DIY, storms or accidents can make removal necessary.
These are some of the things we deal with in Abbotswood:
- Artex before plastering
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
- Old waste on site
- Floor tiles before a new floor
In older properties in Abbotswood, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so materials are identified first.
Comparing quotes
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
- Any exclusions
- How fibres will be kept down
- What you’ll receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
For landlords, agents and businesses
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
The process
Our team uses disposable coveralls and respiratory protection, and keep everyone else out of the work area. When we’re done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows. We plan outdoor jobs in Abbotswood to finish before dark: in late December it’s dark by about 4:00pm, while in June it stays light until about 9:25pm.
- Describe the material and send pictures
- We test it if needed and plan the job
- We send a quote covering the work and the waste
- We remove it with controls to keep fibres down
- The area is cleaned and you get the consignment note
Before we arrive
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
Get a quote
You’ll get a written quote. Just ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
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FAQs for Abbotswood
Do you cover Abbotswood and the area around Romsey station?
Yes, we cover Abbotswood and the area towards Romsey station, about 1.1 miles south.
Do you come out to small villages like Abbotswood?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
Can asbestos be left in place?
Material in good condition that will not be disturbed can often be left and managed. It should be recorded and checked.
What if asbestos is found during building work?
Work there should pause and the area be kept clear. We’ll identify it and advise on removal.
How much does asbestos removal cost in Abbotswood?
It depends on the material, how much there is, its condition, access and disposal. We quote each job individually.
Do I need to move out?
Outdoor work rarely affects you indoors. Indoor work areas are kept closed off until finished.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
First, keep people away from the damaged material: shut the door if you can and don’t sweep it up. Then contact us for advice on the next step.
What does licensed work mean?
Higher-risk materials need an HSE-licensed contractor. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed.
Removal jobs in Abbotswood
Abbotswood is about 1 mile north of Romsey, in Hampshire. Wherever your property is in Abbotswood, tell us the postcode and what you need. We work in all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 7 miles away.
For rentals close to Romsey station, removal fits neatly between tenancies. At a school such as Cupernham Infant School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty.
Wherever your property is in SO51, we can help with asbestos removal. From Cupernham Lane, Treviglio Close and Battenberg Close or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Close by, we cover Belbins (1 mile north-west), Braishfield (1 mile north-east), Crampmoor (1 mile east), Gosport (2 miles east) and Lower Slackstead (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (8 miles north-east), Eastleigh (7 miles south-east), Andover (14 miles north), Totton (6 miles south), Chandler's Ford (5 miles east) and Hedge End (10 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Romsey Community Hospital (1.1 miles south) and King Johns House (1.3 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Emer Bog and Baddesley Common.
- Nearby schools include The Romsey School (1.2 miles south-west) and The Romsey School (1.2 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Dog & Crook pub (0.8 miles north-east)
- Other local spots include Romsey Extra (2.1 miles south)
A closer look at the materials
Bitumen and felt
They’re removed by hand.
Textured coatings
Sometimes it’s simpler to take the ceiling boards down whole.
Weighing up your options
Licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed? The material and the job decide. Our guide explains the difference, with links to HSE’s pages. Our quotes are clear about VAT.
What you get
- Houses, flats and business premises
- Clear written quotes
- Clear advice on your options
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
Read our prices page or published price ranges.
Afterwards
Any asbestos left elsewhere should stay on record, for anyone working there later.
Once we are done:
- Photos of the material and the route in help
- Book the replacement before removal
- Move belongings away, but leave the asbestos alone
- File the consignment note
What to avoid
Never sweep or vacuum asbestos debris.
Never pressure-wash, sand or cut asbestos.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site