Greater London · England
Asbestos Removal for Barnet
Asbestos removal across Barnet and nearby, for homes, rented property and workplaces. Done to HSE guidance, with paperwork for your records.
- Old flues
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
- Asbestos found during building work
Asbestos removal for Barnet
Asbestos removal in Barnet
Removal isn’t always the answer. If it’s sound and not in the way, it may be better left, and we’ll tell you honestly when that’s the case. Whether it’s materials found mid-project and sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos, we cover water tanks, textured coatings and cement roof sheets.
In Barnet, removal often involves flats, small gardens and limited access, so access and parking are planned carefully. Every job comes with paperwork, because buyers, landlords and builders often ask for it.
- Where
- Barnet (EN5, EN4, N20, N11)
- Region
- Greater London
- What we do
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- Afterwards
- Consignment note for the waste
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
DIY and asbestos
With a professional job, you get a record: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
After the job
If licensed work is needed, a UKAS-accredited analyst carries out a four-stage clearance before the area is reoccupied.
Some practical advice:
- Keep the waste paperwork safe afterwards
- Book the replacement before removal
- Move belongings away, but leave the asbestos alone
- Tell us about any previous survey
What to avoid
Never pressure-wash, sand or cut asbestos.
Don’t sweep, vacuum or brush up broken asbestos debris.
FAQs for Barnet
Can you work in Barnet with London’s parking rules?
Yes, we work across London. Let us know the parking situation and we will plan around it.
Do you work near New Barnet station?
Yes, we cover Barnet and the area towards New Barnet station, about 0.6 miles east.
How quickly can you come out?
It depends on the job and our diary. You’ll get available dates with the quote, and notifiable work needs notifying before it starts.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes, a pre-purchase survey can help, with the seller’s permission.
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.
Can you help with a flat?
Yes, of course. For the shared areas of a block, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
What if the weather’s bad?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor roof work can be delayed by strong wind or heavy rain.
Do you test before removing asbestos in Barnet?
Yes, unless it’s already been tested. The right method depends on what the material is.
The process
Our team uses disposable coveralls and respiratory protection, and keep everyone else out of the work area. It helps if we can park nearby, so let us know about any restrictions. In winter, the light goes in Barnet by about 3:55pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Start with photos, the postcode and any existing reports
- We confirm what the material is and what category of work it falls into
- We quote in writing, including the waste
- On the agreed date we set up the work area and remove the material carefully
- Everything is cleaned up, and the waste paperwork follows
Before we arrive
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Keep children and pets away on the day
How to get a quote
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. To start, fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Related guides
Materials we deal with
Insulating board and lagging
Insulating board, lagging and sprayed coatings are licensed work in most cases.
Textured coatings
Taking the boards down can be an alternative.
What’s included, and what isn’t
Here’s what asbestos removal covers, and what it does not:
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Materials in Barnet
- Flue pipes
- Bitumen roof felt
- Panels and boards
- Gutters and downpipes
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Water tanks
- Artex and textured coatings
- Garage and shed roofs
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Soffits (cement)
Weighing up your options
DIY removal might look cheaper, but HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to remove asbestos yourself, and disposal still has to be done properly. Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, such as testing several materials at once.
How we work in Barnet
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Records for your files
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
See how we quote and the cost guide.
Where asbestos turns up
Sometimes damage forces the issue.
These are some of the things we deal with in Barnet:
- Broken sheets in gardens
- Outbuildings with cement roofs
- Garage roof sheets
- Cement water tanks in lofts
For rentals close to New Barnet station, removal fits neatly between tenancies.
What to look for in a quote
- The method and controls
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
- What isn’t included
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
Responsibilities for owners
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos.
Towns and villages near Barnet
Removing asbestos around Barnet
Barnet is in Greater London. If your removal job is in Barnet, let us know about access. Barnet is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we work. Our nearest city page is London, about 11 miles away.
In older properties in Barnet, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so we identify materials before planning removal. On busy roads like the B193 and A1081, loading the waste needs planning, so mention it.
Anywhere in EN5, EN4, N20 and N11, asbestos removal is available, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your property is on Station Road, High Street and Sambroke Square or a nearby road, we can help. Main roads around Barnet include the B193 and A1081, so mention parking if the property is on one. For properties just outside Barnet, we cover Underhill (1 mile west), New Barnet (1 mile east), Monken Hadley (1 mile north-west), Hadley Wood (1 mile north-east) and Cockfosters (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also work in London (11 miles south), City of Westminster (9 miles south), Marylebone (9 miles south), Kensington (10 miles south), St Pancras (9 miles south) and Shoreditch (10 miles south-east).
As a London location, Barnet is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Nearby you’ll also find Francis Skaryna Belarusian Library and Museum (2.1 miles south) and Spires Shopping Centre (0.9 miles north-west). Open spaces near Barnet include Darland's Lake and Greenhill Gardens.
- Nearby schools include Queen Elizabeth's Girls' School (0.6 miles north-west) and Susi Earnshaw Theatre School (0.7 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Railway Tavern (0.6 miles north-east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Barnet Urban District (0.6 miles north-west)
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site