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Asbestos Removal Services in Abbotswood, Surrey
Found something that might be asbestos in Abbotswood? We provide asbestos removal with waste paperwork, explained in plain English.
- Floor tiles before a new floor
- Textured coatings
- Garage roofs and whole garages
Asbestos removal for Abbotswood
How asbestos removal works in Abbotswood
Found asbestos during building work in Abbotswood? Stop work in that area and keep people away. We can test it and, if needed, plan its removal. Whether it’s Artex before plastering and cement water tanks in lofts, we cover flue pipes, cement roof sheets and textured coatings and more.
In places like Abbotswood, we often remove garage roofs and old sheds, with access through the garden or drive. We identify materials before planning removal, as the right approach depends on the material.
- Where
- Abbotswood (GU1)
- Area hub
- Surrey
- What we do
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- Paperwork
- Waste paperwork
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Asbestos removal in Abbotswood: local notes
Abbotswood is about 1 mile south-east of Guildford, in Surrey. In Abbotswood, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses about all kinds of jobs. We cover all 395 towns and villages in Surrey.
Landlords near London Road (Guildford) station often time removal for when a property is empty. At a school such as Lanesborough School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty. Abbotswood is within about 5 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape. Rural removal jobs nearby often mean planning access across yards and fields.
Here we cover the GU1 postcode area, and your removal job can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include York Road, Stoke Road and Maori Road, and asbestos removal is available on all of them. Main roads around Abbotswood include the A246 and A3100; tell us about parking if you are on a main road. Nearby, we also cover Guildford (1 mile north-west), Burpham (1 mile north-east), Bellfields (1 mile north-west), Merrow (1 mile east) and East Shalford (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also work in Woking (5 miles north), Camberley (10 miles north-west), Epsom (14 miles north-east), Farnham (10 miles west), Ewell (15 miles north-east) and Egham (13 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include St. Luke’s Hospital (less than half a mile south) and Guildford Castle (0.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Abbotswood include Silent Pool and Pewley Down.
- Local schools include Guildford High School (less than half a mile north-west) and Holy Trinity (0.5 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Rats Castle pub (within half a mile south-west)
What affects the price in Abbotswood
When we quote, we look at:
- The type of material and its condition
- The category of work
- How much there is
- Waste quantity and disposal
Every quote says whether VAT is included.
Sending photos
What to photograph:
- A clear close-up
- An overall view
- Approximate dimensions
- The access route
Photos from a safe distance help: send them through our contact page.
Step by step
If we find more than expected, or something different, we stop and talk to you, before changing the plan. If anything unexpected turns up, we stop and talk to you. Late-December sunset in Abbotswood is about 3:55pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Describe the material and send pictures
- If it hasn’t been identified, we sample it first
- We plan the method, controls, waste and any notification, and send a quote
- We remove the material with controls to keep fibres down
- We clean up, dispose of the waste legally and send the consignment note
Getting ready
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
- Find any old asbestos reports
- Mention any damage before we arrive
Getting a price
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Then ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Helpful guides
After we’ve finished in Abbotswood
Unexpected finds are discussed with you before we carry on, as the method may need to change.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Move belongings away, but leave the asbestos alone
- Let neighbours know if work is near them
- Book the replacement before removal
- Share any survey or test results
Don’ts
Asbestos never goes in ordinary bins or skips.
Ask any contractor how they’ll dispose of the waste, and ask for the consignment note.
Common reasons for removal jobs in Abbotswood
Damage from DIY, storms or accidents can make removal necessary, especially if broken material is lying around.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Cement water tanks in lofts
- Asbestos garages
- Materials found mid-project
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
In older properties in Abbotswood, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so materials are identified first.
Comparing quotes
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- Whether VAT is included
- Which areas and materials are covered
Towns and villages near Abbotswood
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Materials we deal with
Water tanks and flues
A Gas Safe engineer disconnects any gas appliance first.
Bitumen and felt
They’re removed by hand.
Weighing up your options
Removing asbestos before building work avoids stopping the job halfway, when everything has to wait for it to be dealt with. Sometimes a test shows removal isn’t needed, because the material is clear.
What you get
- Records for your files
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Clear written quotes
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
Read our prices page and published price ranges.
Your questions about asbestos removal in Abbotswood
Can you deal with asbestos on rural buildings in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. The asbestos rules are the same in protected landscapes, though access to rural buildings may need planning.
How far is Abbotswood from London?
Abbotswood is about 27 miles from central London, well within our area.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
First, keep people away from the damaged material: close it off and don’t clean it up yourself. Then get in touch and we will advise.
What if my house is newer?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so a home built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, though older parts, reused materials or earlier outbuildings can.
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.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
Work in that area should stop, and the material needs identifying before work resumes.
Does someone need to be there?
We need access to every area involved in the job, and it helps if you are around to answer questions.
Do I need to move out?
Outdoor work rarely affects you indoors. Indoor work areas are kept closed off until finished.
The scope of asbestos removal
Worth knowing before booking:
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
- Some jobs must be notified first, which affects the start date
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we deal with
- Garage and shed roofs
- Soffits (cement)
- Artex and textured coatings
- Water tanks
- Bitumen roof felt
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Flue pipes
- Gutters and downpipes
- Panels and boards
DIY and asbestos
If you do find something during DIY, stop: leave the area, don’t clean it up, and ask for advice.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- 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