West Berkshire · England
Asbestos Removal for Ball Hill
Asbestos removal in Ball Hill and across West Berkshire: removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks, with written paperwork.
- Garage roof sheets
- Textured coatings
- Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles
Asbestos removal near Ball Hill
Asbestos removal near Ball Hill
We keep materials damp, remove them whole where possible and never use power tools on them, so fibre release stays as low as possible. From outbuildings with cement roofs and flue pipes, gutters and downpipes, we deal with water tanks, floor tiles and textured coatings and more.
In areas like Ball Hill, outbuildings and farm buildings are common removal jobs, so we plan access across yards and fields. Every quote is in writing and spells out what’s covered, so there are no surprises.
- Area
- Ball Hill (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- What we do
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- You receive
- Consignment note for the waste
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What it might be made of
Water tanks and flues
A Gas Safe engineer disconnects any gas appliance first.
Insulating board and lagging
It needs an HSE-licensed contractor and 14 days’ notice.
DIY and asbestos
If you do find something during DIY, stop: leave the area, do not clean it up, and ask for advice.
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials.
The process
Waste is double-bagged or wrapped in heavy polythene and labelled as we go, ready to go to a permitted site. We begin by confirming exactly what we are doing. We plan outdoor jobs in Ball Hill to finish before dark: that means by about 4:00pm in December, or about 9:25pm in June.
- Tell us what needs removing and send photos
- We test it if needed and plan the job
- You get a written quote, including waste disposal
- The material is removed safely
- We clean up and send you the waste paperwork
How to prepare
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Dig out previous surveys
- Clear the way to the work area
Ask for a quote
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
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Why people call us in Ball Hill
Damage from DIY, storms or accidents can make removal necessary, especially if broken material is lying around.
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting advice:
- Broken sheets in gardens
- Finds during refurbishment
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
- Textured coatings
Landlords near Kintbury station often time removal for when a property is empty.
Before you book anyone
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- What paperwork you get
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
Asbestos removal in Ball Hill: local notes
Ball Hill is about 4 miles south-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We cover Ball Hill as part of West Berkshire, whatever the size of the job. We cover 155 places in West Berkshire. You can also see our page for Reading, about 19 miles away.
Removal jobs anywhere in RG20 start with the postcode and some photos. From Knights Lea, Gore End Road and Knights Lane or a nearby road, the process is the same. We also carry out removal jobs in Hamstead Marshall (1 mile north), Woolton Hill (1 mile south-east), Crockham Heath (1 mile north-east), Enborne Row (2 miles east) and Penwood (2 miles south-east). We also cover nearby towns such as Newbury (4 miles north-east), Thatcham (7 miles east), Burghfield Common (15 miles east), Speenhamland (4 miles north-east), Hungerford (6 miles north-west) and Lambourn (11 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Newbury Castle (2.2 miles north) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (5.3 miles north-east). The countryside around Ball Hill includes Kintbury Newt Ponds and Pilot Hill.
Prices and what affects them
These are the main things that affect the price of asbestos removal:
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- Disposal costs
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- The size of the job
Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, such as testing several materials at once.
Photos that help
Photo tips:
- A close-up from a safe distance
- An overall view
- The parking area
- A rough size or measurement
Photos from a safe distance help: send them through our contact page.
After we have finished in Ball Hill
Replacement work is normally separate, so plan it before the removal date.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Tell us about any previous survey
- File the consignment note
- Let neighbours know if work is near them
- Move belongings away, but leave the asbestos alone
Don’ts
Never pressure-wash, sand or cut asbestos.
Ask any contractor how they’ll dispose of the waste, and ask for the consignment note.
Nearby places to Ball Hill
Ball Hill questions
How far is Ball Hill from London?
Ball Hill is about 57 miles from central London, well within our area.
Do you cover small places like Ball Hill?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
Will I get the price in writing?
Yes, always, including whether VAT is included.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
Work in that area should stop, and the material needs identifying before work resumes.
Do I need to move out?
That depends: outdoor work rarely means leaving. Indoors, the work area is sealed and out of use while we work.
Can you help with a shop or office?
We do, alongside homes. Non-domestic premises have a duty holder who should hold an asbestos register.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
No: skips and household bins can’t take asbestos. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
Does someone need to be there?
We need access to every area in the job, and to be available for questions.
What we do and don’t cover
To be clear about the scope:
- Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is normally separate
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Common materials
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Soffits (cement)
- Water tanks
- Flue pipes
- Bitumen roof felt
- Artex and textured coatings
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Gutters and downpipes
- Panels and boards
- Garage and shed roofs
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Landlords of single homes don’t have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
- 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
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note