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Asbestos Removal for Catslip
Asbestos removal in Catslip: removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks. Send us photos and we’ll tell you what you need.
- Old waste on site
- Textured coatings
- Garage roofs and whole garages
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Asbestos removal for Catslip properties
Removal is not always the answer. Material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed, and we’ll tell you honestly when that is the case. Common materials are textured coatings, flue pipes and water tanks, and people generally contact us about floor tiles before a new floor and cement flues and gutters.
In Catslip, waste may have a long carry to the vehicle, so we plan the route before the day. Nothing is added to the job that you do not need, and we’ll say when the right answer is to leave something alone.
- Location
- Catslip (RG9)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Service
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Afterwards
- Waste consignment note
- Quotes
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Why people call us in Catslip
Some owners remove visible asbestos before a sale or letting, although sound material can often stay.
You can’t tell by looking, but these are common reasons people contact us:
- Old flues
- Garage roofs and whole garages
- Finds during refurbishment
- Outbuildings with cement roofs
For non-domestic buildings like Nettlebed Community School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty.
What to look for in a quote
- The documents you’ll receive
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- If the price includes VAT
- The method and controls
How we work
We unfix materials and take them out in whole pieces where we can, without breaking, dropping or power tools. On the day, we check the area and talk you through the plan first. Late-December sunset in Catslip is about 3:55pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Share photos, the postcode and any survey or test you have
- We confirm what the material is and what category of work it falls into
- A written quote follows, covering method, controls and disposal
- On the agreed date we set up the work area and remove the material carefully
- We clean the area and send the consignment note
How to prepare
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Clear the way to the work area
Ask for a quote
Every job is quoted in writing. Just ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page with the details.
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Prices and what affects them
Our quotes take into account:
- Waste quantity and disposal
- The survey scope
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- The type of material and its condition
We do not publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
What to photograph
When you send photos, these help most:
- A photo of the whole area
- Labels, if any
- The parking area
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
Not sure what you need? Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we will advise.
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 the waste still has to go to a permitted site with the right paperwork. Sometimes a test shows removal is not needed, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.
Why people choose us
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Records for your files
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
Read how we price jobs or the cost guide.
What it might be made of
Asbestos cement
Breaking or cutting cement releases fibres, so we unfix and lower it rather than breaking it.
Water tanks and flues
Gas appliances must be disconnected by a Gas Safe registered engineer before a flue is removed.
Afterwards
After removal, the work area is cleaned, and you get the consignment note showing where the waste went.
Once you know what’s there, a few simple habits help:
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Share any survey or test results
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
Avoid these
Do not put asbestos in household bins or skips.
Don’t sweep, vacuum or brush up broken asbestos debris; keep people away and ask for advice.
Good to know
Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
- Licensed materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must be removed by an HSE-licensed contractor
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal before you book.
What we deal with
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Soffits (cement)
- Bitumen roof felt
- Gutters and downpipes
- Garage and shed roofs
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Flue pipes
- Panels and boards
- Water tanks
- Artex and textured coatings
Common questions in Catslip
How far is Catslip from London?
We cover Catslip, about 38 miles from central London.
Do older homes in Catslip have asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Catslip may have it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
What paperwork will I get?
It depends on what we do: a report for a survey, a lab result for a test, or waste paperwork for removal.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
You cannot tell by eye. Laboratory analysis of a sample gives the answer, and anything from before 2000 is worth checking.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
First, keep people away from the damaged material: shut the door if you can and do not sweep it up. Then get in touch and we will advise.
Can I remove asbestos myself?
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Higher-risk materials need a licensed contractor.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Send the details.
What if the weather’s bad?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor removal may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain, for safety.
Should you do it yourself?
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, quite apart from the asbestos, so stay off it.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Asbestos removal in Catslip: local notes
Catslip is about 7 miles north of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. Properties in Catslip range from older houses to newer estates and commercial buildings, and anything built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We work in all 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Catslip to Reading (about 9 miles away).
In older properties in Catslip, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so we identify materials before planning removal. If you let property near Henley-On-Thames station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal. Catslip is within about 5 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape. Rural removal jobs nearby often mean planning access across yards and fields.
We handle removal jobs in every part of RG9. If your property is just outside Catslip, we also cover Nettlebed (1 mile north-west), Highmoor (1 mile south-west), Highmoor Cross (1 mile south), Bix (2 miles south-east) and Middle Assendon (2 miles east). We also cover nearby towns such as Didcot (12 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles north-west), Thame (12 miles north), Henley-on-Thames (4 miles south-east), Benson (6 miles north-west) and Chinnor (9 miles north).
Within reach you’ll find Warburg Nature Reserve.
- Nearby, you will find The Sun Inn Public House (0.5 miles west)
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site