Hampshire · England
Asbestos Removal Services in Colbury, Hampshire
Found something that might be asbestos in Colbury? Our service covers asbestos removal with waste paperwork, with clear advice at each step.
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
- Finds during refurbishment
- Cement water tanks in lofts
Asbestos removal near Colbury
Doing it yourself?
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres.
Asbestos removal for Colbury properties
Much of the asbestos found in homes is asbestos cement, textured coating or floor tiles. HSE treats work on these as non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed in most cases, which still means proper controls. From broken sheets in gardens and Artex ceilings before renovation, we cover water tanks, textured coatings and floor tiles.
Rural removal near Colbury can mean longer distances to carry waste, so we plan the route before the day. Our quotes are written and say what’s included, so there are no surprises.
- Where
- Colbury (SO40)
- Region
- Hampshire
- What we do
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Afterwards
- Waste paperwork
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What it might be made of
Asbestos cement
Breaking or cutting cement releases fibres, so we unfix and lower it rather than breaking it.
Textured coatings
Textured coatings are removed with wet or gel methods, never dry-scraped or sanded. Larger-scale steam or gel removal is notifiable non-licensed work.
Which option is right?
Dealing with asbestos before work starts keeps the project on track, rather than halting work when it’s found. When comparing quotes, check what’s included: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
What you get
- No removal until we know what it is
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Clear advice on your options
- Houses, flats and business premises
Read how we price jobs or our cost guide.
What happens next
File the waste paperwork safely: it shows the asbestos was disposed of legally.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Photos of the material and the route in help
- Clear the area around the work, without disturbing the asbestos
- Book the replacement before removal
Avoid these
Don’t sweep, vacuum or brush up broken asbestos debris; keep people away and ask for advice.
Do not jet-wash, sand, drill or cut asbestos materials.
Removing asbestos around Colbury
Colbury is about 1 mile south of Totton, in Hampshire. Properties in Colbury range from older houses to newer estates and commercial buildings, and anything built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
Landlords near Ashurst New Forest station often time removal for when a property is empty. Older buildings in Colbury, near Colbury Christ Church or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so we test before we plan. Parts of the New Forest National Park are within about 4 miles of Colbury; removing asbestos from rural buildings there follows the same rules, with access across yards and fields to plan. The coast is within about 5 miles of Colbury, where exposed sites can be windy, so outdoor removal is planned around the forecast.
This part of Hampshire takes in SO40, and your removal job can be anywhere in it. Neighbouring places we cover include Ashurst (1 mile west), Lyndhurst (4 miles south-west), Emery Down (4 miles south-west), Balmerlawn (6 miles south-west) and Brockenhurst (6 miles south-west). We also cover nearby towns such as Winchester (14 miles north-east), Eastleigh (8 miles north-east), Fareham (14 miles east), Chandler's Ford (8 miles north-east), Hedge End (9 miles east) and Lymington (10 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Ashurst Hospital (1 mile south-west) and National Dairy Museum (within half a mile south). The countryside around Colbury includes Testwood Lakes.
- Local schools include Hounsdown School (0.7 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Forest Inn (under half a mile south-west)
Questions from Colbury
Do you cover small places like Colbury?
We do: small villages are covered too. Just tell us how to reach the property.
Could my house in Colbury contain asbestos?
Older homes can, if they date from before 2000. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
What happens to the waste?
We bag or wrap it, label it and take it to a permitted site by a registered waste carrier, and you receive the consignment note.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Do not try to clean up the debris yourself, then contact a professional.
Will I get the price in writing?
Every time: the quote is in writing and sets out what’s included.
Do I need my asbestos tested before removal?
If it hasn’t been identified, yes. The right method depends on what the material is.
Do I need a test or a survey?
Testing covers particular materials, while a survey covers everything in scope. For building work, a survey is normally needed.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes, we do. Landlords, agents, businesses and builders all use our services.
Responsibilities for owners
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
The process
Materials are released carefully and removed whole where possible, without breaking, dropping or power tools. We’ll tell you when we have finished and what you’ll receive afterwards. We plan outdoor jobs in Colbury to finish before dark: that means by about 4:00pm in December, or about 9:25pm in June.
- Describe the material and send pictures
- We test it if needed and plan the job
- You get a written quote, including waste disposal
- We remove it with controls to keep fibres down
- We clean up and send you the waste paperwork
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out previous surveys
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Let us know if something’s broken
Get a quote
To get a quote, send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
Helpful guides
Towns and villages near Colbury
Other services in Colbury
The scope of asbestos removal
A few things to be aware of:
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, so the timing needs planning
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is usually separate
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
What we deal with
- Artex and textured coatings
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Gutters and downpipes
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Garage and shed roofs
- Soffits (cement)
- Bitumen roof felt
- Flue pipes
- Water tanks
- Panels and boards
How we price asbestos removal
The price of asbestos removal depends mainly on:
- How much waste there is
- Access to the area
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.
Photos that help
Good photos help us plan and quote. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- The access route
- Approximate dimensions
- A photo of the whole area
- Damaged areas
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749; it helps us quote accurately.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site