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Asbestos Removal in Caversham Heights
Asbestos removal in Caversham Heights, from older homes to workplaces. Every job is quoted in writing.
- Cement flues and gutters
- Loft water tanks
- Old waste on site
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Asbestos removal near Caversham Heights
You don’t always have to remove asbestos. Material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed, and we will say so. Typical jobs include old waste on site and loft water tanks, including textured coatings, gutters and downpipes and flue pipes.
Homes in Caversham Heights with bigger gardens may have several outbuildings with cement roofs. We explain what we find in plain English, including when it’s better to leave a material in place.
- Where
- Caversham Heights (RG4)
- County
- Reading
- What we do
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- Afterwards
- Waste paperwork
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Questions from Caversham Heights
How far is Caversham Heights from London?
Caversham Heights is about 39 miles from central London, well within our area.
Do you work near Reading station?
Yes. Reading station is about 1.4 miles south-east of Caversham Heights, and we cover both.
Is asbestos dangerous?
It can be, if fibres are released and breathed in. Diseases linked to it, such as mesothelioma and asbestosis, can appear many years later, which is why it’s identified before work.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
No: asbestos waste is hazardous and cannot go in skips, bins or recycling. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
Can you help with a shop or office?
We do, alongside homes. The duty holder should be able to share the asbestos register.
Is DIY asbestos removal allowed?
HSE advises against removing asbestos yourself. Higher-risk materials need a licensed contractor.
Is a home built after 2000 likely to contain asbestos?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so buildings built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, although older materials can sometimes be reused or left in extensions.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Send the details.
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Can I do it myself?
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres.
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
Common reasons for removal jobs in Caversham Heights
Refurbishment and demolition are the most common reasons for removal: whatever the work will touch should come out first.
Get advice if you’re dealing with any of these:
- Materials found mid-project
- Asbestos garages
- Old waste on site
- Artex ceilings before renovation
In older properties in Caversham Heights, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so we test before we plan.
Comparing quotes
- The scope of the job, in writing
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- That licensed work will be done by an HSE-licensed contractor
Responsibilities for owners
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
Weighing up your options
Dealing with asbestos before work starts keeps the project on track, when everything has to wait for it to be dealt with. The cost of asbestos removal depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. We quote each job individually.
Why us?
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Work done to the regulations
See how we quote and the cost guide.
What happens next
Any asbestos left elsewhere should stay on record, for anyone working there later.
Keeping things safe:
- Send photos of the material and the access
- Book the replacement before removal
- Clear the area around the work, without disturbing the asbestos
- Let neighbours know if work is near them
Avoid these
Never sweep or vacuum asbestos debris.
Never pressure-wash, sand or cut asbestos.
Asbestos removal in Caversham Heights: local notes
Caversham Heights is about 1 mile west of Caversham, in Reading. In Caversham Heights, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses about all kinds of jobs. We work in 34 places across Reading, from the larger towns to small villages.
For non-domestic buildings like Caversham Primary School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. If you let property near Reading station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal.
We handle removal jobs in every part of the RG4 postcode area. Local streets include River Road, Chazey Road and Albert Road; we cover every one. Neighbouring places we cover include Caversham (1 mile east), Tokers Green (1 mile north), Emmer Green (1 mile north-east), Lower Caversham (1 mile south-east) and Chalkhouse Green (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Shinfield (5 miles south), Arborfield Garrison (8 miles south-east), Horncastle (3 miles south-west), Whitley Wood (4 miles south), Sonning Common (3 miles north) and Fords Farm (3 miles south-west). Being one of Reading’s larger places, Caversham Heights has buildings from every era.
A little further out are Battle Hospital (1.3 miles south) and Royal Berkshire Regiment Museum (1.4 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and Sonning Hill.
- Schools near Caversham Heights include Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre (0.7 miles north-east) and Hemdean House School (0.7 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Last Crumb pub (0.9 miles south-east)
Limits to be aware of
So you know what to expect:
- Making good is normally a separate job
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before you book.
Common materials
- Soffits (cement)
- Panels and boards
- Water tanks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Artex and textured coatings
- Garage and shed roofs
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Bitumen roof felt
- Flue pipes
What happens
We unfix materials and take them out in whole pieces where we can, without breaking, dropping or power tools. Before anything starts, we confirm the areas and materials with you, so there’s no confusion. Outdoor removal in Caversham Heights is planned to finish in daylight: that means by about 3:55pm in December, or about 9:25pm in June.
- Get in touch with the details of the job
- We work out what category the work falls into
- We book the work and notify if required
- On the day we set up, remove and bag the material
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
Getting ready
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
- Find any old asbestos reports
- Warn neighbours if needed
Ask for a quote
Each job is priced individually. To start, use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
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What it might be made of
Textured coatings
We soften coatings and remove them wet, never sanding or dry scraping. Large-scale steam or gel removal must be notified.
Water tanks and flues
Cement water tanks and flues are drained or disconnected first, then removed whole or in as few pieces as possible.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site