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Asbestos Removal in Burford
Worried about asbestos in Burford? We provide planned asbestos removal and legal disposal, explained in plain English.
- Cement flues and gutters
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
- Broken sheets in gardens
Asbestos removal near Burford
Step by step
Once removal is finished, we clean and check the area, and we talk you through what was done. The work area is kept clear while we are working, so arrange for pets and children to be elsewhere. In winter, the light goes in Burford by about 4:00pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Describe the material and send pictures
- We identify it if needed and plan the method
- You get a written quote, including waste disposal
- The material is removed safely
- The area is cleaned and you get the consignment note
Getting ready
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Dig out previous surveys
- Clear the way to the work area
Getting a price
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page, and we’ll advise.
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Asbestos removal near Burford
Asbestos removal starts with knowing what the material is. If nobody has tested it, we take a sample first, because the method depends on the material. Whether it’s old sheds and coal bunkers and asbestos found during building work, we cover gutters and downpipes, flue pipes and textured coatings.
In a smaller place like Burford, removal is often a garage roof, a shed or an outbuilding, with access through the garden or drive. We follow HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
- Location
- Burford (OX18)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Covers
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Paperwork
- Waste paperwork
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Landlords, managing agents and employers
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should know what the roofs are made of, before anyone carries out repairs.
For managing agents and freeholders in Burford, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors.
Burford: your questions answered
Do you work near Shipton station?
Yes, we cover Burford and the area towards Shipton station, about 4.5 miles north-east.
Do older homes in Burford have asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos was used until the 1999 ban, so older homes and older alterations in Burford can contain it. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not necessarily. Sound material that will not be touched can often stay, as long as it’s recorded.
When can you start?
It depends on the job and our diary. We will give you dates when we quote.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
A survey report, laboratory results or a waste consignment note, depending on the job.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
You cannot tell by eye. Laboratory analysis of a sample gives the answer, especially in buildings from before 2000.
Can asbestos be left in place?
It does not always have to come out: material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed. It should be recorded and checked.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
No. Asbestos is hazardous waste and must go to a site that accepts it. When we remove it, it’s taken to a permitted site with a consignment note.
Other services in Burford
What it might be made of
Floor tiles
Black bitumen adhesive may need treating separately.
Bitumen and felt
We remove them without cutting with power tools.
Common reasons for removal jobs in Burford
Damage from DIY, storms or accidents can make removal necessary, especially if broken material is lying around.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
- Debris left from a previous job
- Old floor tiles and black adhesive
- Old cold water tanks
On busy roads like the A40 and A361, loading the waste needs planning, so mention it.
Comparing quotes
- What isn’t included
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- The documents you will receive
Burford properties and asbestos removal
Burford is about 3 miles north-west of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. Homes, landlords and businesses in Burford contact us for removal jobs about all kinds of jobs. Burford is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover. We work right across the region, from Burford to Oxford (18 miles away).
If you let property near Shipton station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal. Older buildings in Burford, near Church of St John the Baptist or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so materials are identified first.
This part of Oxfordshire takes in OX18, and your removal job can be anywhere in it. Local streets include High Street, Lower High Street and Swan Lane; we cover every one. Being close to the A40 and A361, Burford is easy for us to reach. Nearby, we also cover Fulbrook (1 mile north-east), Little Barrington (3 miles west), Milton-under-Wychwood (4 miles north), Fifield (4 miles north) and Idbury (5 miles north). Within a short drive, we also work in Witney (6 miles east), Carterton (3 miles south-east), Faringdon (11 miles south), Kidlington (15 miles east), Chipping Norton (10 miles north) and Woodstock (13 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Upton and Signet (0.8 miles south-west).
- Local schools include Burford School (under half a mile south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Royal Oak Public House (less than half a mile north)
Choosing the right option
DIY removal might look cheaper, but HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to remove asbestos yourself, and the waste still has to go to a permitted site with the right paperwork. Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: proper controls, lab analysis and legal waste disposal cost money.
Why people choose us
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- Accredited laboratory results
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
Take a look at how we price jobs and the cost guide.
What affects the price in Burford
What changes the cost:
- The size of the job
- The type of material and its condition
- The category of work
- Disposal costs
Doing several things in one visit can help, for example testing several materials, or removing a garage roof and a flue at the same time.
What to photograph
Photo tips:
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- Approximate dimensions
- Labels, if any
- The parking area
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Then fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
What happens next
Once the material is removed, the area is cleaned, and you receive the waste paperwork.
Staying safe afterwards:
- Book the replacement before removal
- Clear the area around the work, without disturbing the asbestos
- File the consignment note
- Tell us about parking and access
Things not to do
Never pressure-wash, sand or cut asbestos.
Deal with asbestos before the builders start.
Doing it yourself?
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
If you do find something during DIY, stop: keep people away, don’t sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site