Hampshire · England
Asbestos Removal for Alton
Buildings in Alton built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We offer removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks.
- Garage roofs and whole garages
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
- Materials found mid-project
Asbestos removal near Alton
After the job
Unexpected finds are discussed with you before we carry on, as the method may need to change.
A few practical points:
- Tell us about any previous survey
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Move belongings away, but leave the asbestos alone
- Photos of the material and the route in help
What to avoid
Don’t sweep, vacuum or brush up broken asbestos debris.
Never sweep or vacuum asbestos debris.
How asbestos removal works in Alton
Removal is not always the answer. Material in good condition that will not be disturbed can often be left and managed, and we will tell you honestly when that is the case. People often contact us about textured coatings and garage roofs and whole garages, involving cement soffits, water tanks and floor tiles.
Houses and local businesses around Alton often have asbestos cement in roofs and outbuildings. Paperwork is part of every job, which is useful when you sell, let or build.
- Area
- Alton (GU34)
- County
- Hampshire
- Service
- Removal of cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks
- Afterwards
- Waste consignment note
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
How we price asbestos removal
Quotes vary because of:
- How many samples are needed
- Travel and parking
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- Material and condition
When comparing quotes, check what’s included: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
Sending photos
Photos often save us a visit:
- A rough size or measurement
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- How we’d reach it
- The parking area
Not sure what you need? Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form and describe the problem, and we’ll recommend the right option.
Limits to be aware of
Some limits to bear in mind:
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is generally separate
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, so the timing needs planning
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before you book.
Common materials
- Garage and shed roofs
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Flue pipes
- Artex and textured coatings
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Bitumen roof felt
- Soffits (cement)
- Gutters and downpipes
- Panels and boards
- Water tanks
What it might be made of
Insulating board and lagging
It needs an HSE-licensed contractor and 14 days’ notice.
Bitumen and felt
They’re removed by hand.
Alton questions
Do you cover Alton and the area around Alton station?
Yes. Alton station is close to the centre of Alton, and we cover the whole area.
Is asbestos common in Alton homes?
That depends on when it was built and altered: asbestos was used until the 1999 ban, so older homes and older alterations in Alton can contain it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Do I need to move out?
It depends on the job: outdoor work rarely means leaving. Indoors, the work area is sealed and out of use while we work.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
Keep people away from damaged material and don’t clean it up yourself. Then contact us for advice.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Stop work, leave the area and do not try to clean up. Then ask for advice.
Where does the asbestos go?
It’s double-bagged or wrapped, labelled and taken to a permitted site by a registered waste carrier, with a consignment note for your records.
Does weather affect the work?
That depends: indoor jobs aren’t affected, but outdoor removal may be rescheduled for safety.
Do you work in Alton?
Yes, Alton is in our area. Send us the postcode for a quote.
Where asbestos turns up
Most removal happens because building work would disturb asbestos: anything the work would disturb should be dealt with first.
These are some of the things we deal with in Alton:
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
- Artex ceilings before renovation
- Asbestos garages
- Old flues
In older buildings across Alton, asbestos may be in later additions, so materials are identified first.
Comparing quotes
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
- The scope of the job, in writing
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
Can I do it myself?
With a professional job, you get a record: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so stay off it.
Responsibilities for owners
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos.
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Alton must manage asbestos under regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
Removing asbestos around Alton
Alton is about 10 miles south-east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. If your removal job is in Alton, let us know about access when you get in touch. Alton is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 19 miles away.
For non-domestic buildings like Saint Lawrence Church of England Primary School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. If you are on or near the A339 and B3004, tell us about parking and loading.
This part of Hampshire takes in GU34, and your removal job can be anywhere in it. From High Street, Station Road and Goswell Square or anywhere nearby, we can help. You’ll find Alton on the A339 and B3004, so it’s easy for us to reach. If your property is just outside Alton, we also cover Chawton (1 mile south-west), Holybourne (2 miles north-east), Neatham (2 miles north-east), East Worldham (2 miles south-east) and Golden Pot (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also work in Basingstoke (10 miles north-west), Farnborough (13 miles north-east), Fleet (10 miles north-east), Aldershot (11 miles north-east), Petersfield (10 miles south) and Yateley (14 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Allen Gallery (within half a mile east) and Alton Community Hospital (0.9 miles south-west). Open spaces near Alton include Holybourne Hill.
- Nearby schools include Amery Hill School (under half a mile north-west) and Treloar School (1.2 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The 'Baker's Arms' Public House (under half a mile south-east)
The process
We wear disposable coveralls and suitable respirators, and nobody else enters the work area. At the end, we tell you what was done and what happens next. We plan outdoor jobs in Alton 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
- We clean up and send you the waste paperwork
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know where we can park
- Tell us about anything that’s already damaged
- Ensure we can get to the area
How to get a quote
Every job is quoted in writing. Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
Related guides
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site