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Asbestos Removal in Burghfield
Any pre-2000 building in Burghfield may contain asbestos. Our asbestos removal service covers asbestos removal with waste paperwork.
- Old flues
- Broken sheets in gardens
- Loft water tanks
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How asbestos removal works in Burghfield
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. Typical materials include gutters and downpipes, cement soffits and flue pipes, and people usually contact us about old waste on site and Artex before plastering.
In Burghfield, waste may have a long carry to the vehicle, so the route is planned in advance. Every job comes with paperwork, which is useful when you sell, let or build.
- Where
- Burghfield (RG30)
- County
- Reading
- What we do
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Afterwards
- Waste consignment note
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
For landlords, agents and businesses
If your business premises in Burghfield were built before 2000, you are likely to need an asbestos register and a management plan, and contractors must be told what’s there.
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, while the property is empty.
Asbestos removal in Burghfield: local notes
Burghfield is about 4 miles south-west of Reading, in Reading. Homes, landlords and businesses in Burghfield contact us for removal jobs about all kinds of jobs. We work in 34 places across Reading, from the larger towns to small villages.
In a school like Burghfield St Mary's C.E. Primary School, any removal is agreed with the duty holder and done while the area is out of use. For rentals close to Theale station, removal fits neatly between tenancies.
This part of Reading takes in RG30. From Saxon Gate, Hazel Close and Willow Close or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Burghfield we cover include Trash Green (1 mile north), Burghfield Hill (1 mile south), Sulhamstead Abbots (1 mile west), Sheffield Bottom (1 mile north-west) and Sulhamstead Bannister Upper End (1 mile west). We also cover nearby towns such as Caversham (6 miles north-east), Norcot (4 miles north), West Reading (4 miles north-east), Tilehurst Within (3 miles north), Shinfield (4 miles east) and Arborfield Garrison (7 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Thames Valley Police Museum (1.3 miles north-west) and Beaumys Castle (3.8 miles south-east). Open spaces near Burghfield include Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and Hosehill Lake.
- Nearby schools include The Willink School (1.1 miles south-west) and The Willink School (1.1 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Hatchgate pub (0.6 miles east)
Options to consider in Burghfield
Sealing or enclosing is sometimes possible, but the asbestos is still there and needs recording for future work. Dealing with asbestos before building work is typically cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
Why people choose us
- Houses, flats and business premises
- Clear advice on your options
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
Take a look at our prices page and our cost guide.
What we do and don’t cover
Here’s what asbestos removal covers, and what it does not:
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is usually separate
- Licensed materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must be removed by an HSE-licensed contractor
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Materials we see
- Flue pipes
- Gutters and downpipes
- Soffits (cement)
- Water tanks
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Bitumen roof felt
- Garage and shed roofs
- Panels and boards
- Artex and textured coatings
What affects the price in Burghfield
Every quote reflects:
- How much there is
- Licensed or non-licensed
- What the material is and its state
- Location, parking and any London charges
A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.
What to photograph
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- A clear close-up
- Damaged areas
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- A rough size or measurement
Include any existing survey or test when you send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Why people call us in Burghfield
Not all asbestos materials are equal: lagging and board release fibres far more readily than cement, so their removal is licensed.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Old floor tiles and black adhesive
- Textured coatings
- Cement flues and gutters
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
In older buildings across Burghfield, asbestos may be in later additions, so we test before we plan.
What your quote should include
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- What paperwork you get
DIY and asbestos
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, quite apart from the asbestos, so never climb onto one.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
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What else we do in Burghfield
A closer look at the materials
Insulating board and lagging
Work on sprayed coatings, and most work on lagging and asbestos insulating board, is licensed.
Floor tiles
The adhesive underneath sometimes needs its own approach.
Burghfield: your questions answered
How far is Burghfield from London?
We cover Burghfield, about 42 miles from central London.
Do you come out to small villages like Burghfield?
We do: small villages are covered too. Tell us about access and parking.
Can you help with a flat?
We do. For shared areas, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not always. If it’s in good condition and nobody will disturb it, leaving it in place and checking it can be the safer choice.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Yes, a pre-purchase survey can help, with the seller’s permission.
What if asbestos is found during building work?
Stop work in that area and keep people out, then have the material identified before anything else happens.
Does weather affect the work?
That depends: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
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.
What happens
Once removal is finished, we clean and check the area. While we work, the area stays out of bounds. Outdoor removal in Burghfield is planned to finish in daylight: that means by about 3:55pm in December, or about 9:25pm in June.
- Describe the material and send pictures
- We identify it if needed and plan the method
- We send a quote covering the work and the waste
- The material is removed safely
- The area is cleaned and you get the consignment note
Getting ready
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Tell us about anything that’s already damaged
- 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