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Asbestos Removal in Appleton

Asbestos removal in Appleton: safe asbestos removal and legal disposal, for homes, rented property and workplaces. Done to HSE guidance, with paperwork for your records.

  • Cement water tanks in lofts
  • Debris left from a previous job
  • Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles

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Asbestos removal near Appleton

Duty holders and landlords in Appleton

The duty to manage applies to non-domestic premises and common parts, not to single private homes, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.

Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.

About our asbestos removal in Appleton

Asbestos materials are kept wet, taken out whole where we can, and never cut with power tools, so fibre release stays as low as possible. People often contact us about Artex before plastering and floor tiles before a new floor, involving gutters and downpipes, cement roof sheets and cement soffits.

In a village like Appleton, removal often involves barns, stables, outbuildings and farm buildings, so we plan access across yards and fields. Our quotes are written and say what’s included, so there are no surprises.

Bagged asbestos waste being loaded into a van
Location
Appleton (OX13)
Area hub
Oxfordshire
Service
Removal of cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks
Afterwards
Waste consignment note
Quote
Written quote for your job
Telephone
07833 053 749
Last updated
26 October 2026

The process

On the day, we set up the work area first: barrier tape, signs and protection where needed, and keep the material wet as we work. When we are done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows. We plan outdoor jobs in Appleton to finish before dark: that means by about 3:55pm in December, or about 9:25pm in June.

  1. Describe the material and send pictures
  2. We test the material if needed
  3. We plan the job and send a written quote
  4. On the day we set up, keep the material damp and remove it whole where we can
  5. The area is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site, with paperwork

Before we arrive

  • Mention any parking restrictions
  • Move things out of the way carefully
  • Keep the area clear of children and pets

How to get a quote

We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 to get started.

Tell us what you need

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Limits to be aware of

To be clear about the scope:

  • Making good is normally a separate job
  • Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
  • Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling

If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.

Materials we see

  • Floor tiles and adhesive
  • Asbestos cement sheets
  • Flue pipes
  • Water tanks
  • Gutters and downpipes
  • Soffits (cement)
  • Bitumen roof felt
  • Panels and boards
  • Artex and textured coatings
  • Garage and shed roofs

Service details

Why people call us in Appleton

Refurbishment and demolition are the most common reasons for removal: whatever the work will touch should come out first.

In older properties, we often see:

  • Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
  • Outbuildings with cement roofs
  • Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles
  • Broken sheets in gardens

For rentals close to Oxford station, removal fits neatly between tenancies.

What to look for in a quote

  • What you will receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
  • Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
  • For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
  • Any exclusions

What to check before you book

DIY and asbestos

A professional job comes with paperwork: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.

If you do find something during DIY, stop: keep people away, don’t sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.

Appleton questions

Do you cover Appleton and the area around Oxford station?

Yes, we cover Appleton and the area towards Oxford station, about 5 miles north-east.

Is asbestos common in Appleton homes?

Older homes can, if they date from before 2000. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.

My builder has found asbestos. What now?

Stop work in that area and keep people out, and the material needs identifying before work resumes.

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 happens to the waste?

It’s sealed, labelled and taken to a permitted site, and you receive the consignment note.

Does all asbestos have to be removed?

It does not always have to come out: material in good condition that will not be disturbed can often be left and managed. It should be recorded and checked.

Do you give written quotes?

Always: you get the scope and price in writing.

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.

What it might be made of

Insulating board and lagging

That work must be done by a contractor holding an HSE licence, with notification 14 days ahead.

Textured coatings

Taking the boards down can be an alternative.

Your options compared

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.

Why choose us

  • Jobs planned to HSE guidance
  • Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
  • We identify first and remove only what needs removing
  • Records for your files

See how we quote and published price ranges.

After we’ve finished in Appleton

Making good, such as a new roof or ceiling, is generally a separate job, so plan it before the removal date.

Once you know what’s there, a few simple habits help:

  • Tell us about parking and access
  • Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
  • Move belongings away, but leave the asbestos alone
  • Share any survey or test results

What to avoid

Do not put asbestos in household bins or skips.

Do not put asbestos in household bins or skips.

Removal jobs in Appleton

Appleton is about 4 miles north-west of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. Properties in Appleton range from older houses to newer estates and commercial buildings, and anything from before 2000 may contain asbestos. Appleton is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we work. We work right across the region, from Appleton to Oxford (about 6 miles away).

At a school such as Appleton Church of England (A) Primary School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty. In older buildings across Appleton, asbestos may be in later additions, so materials are identified first.

For removal jobs in OX13, just send the postcode and a few photos. Streets in the area include Whites Forge, Town Furlong and Badswell Lane, and asbestos removal is available on all of them. Nearby, we also cover Northmoor (2 miles north-west), Henwood (2 miles east), Cumnor (2 miles north-east), Wootton (2 miles east) and Chawley (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Oxford (6 miles north-east), Didcot (9 miles south-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (4 miles south-east), Witney (8 miles north-west), Carterton (11 miles west) and Wantage (9 miles south).

A little further out are FitzHarris Castle (4.2 miles south-east) and Abingdon Community Hospital (3.8 miles south-east). Within reach you’ll find Hitchcopse Pit and Cumnor Hill.

  • Pubs nearby include The Plough Inn (within half a mile east)
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  • Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
  • Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
  • Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
  • Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site

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