West Berkshire · England
Asbestos Removal Services in Compton, West Berkshire
Asbestos removal for properties in Compton and West Berkshire: planned asbestos removal and legal disposal, with written paperwork.
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
- Old flues
- Artex before plastering
Asbestos removal for Compton
Asbestos removal in Compton
After removal, the work area is cleaned and the waste is double-bagged or wrapped, labelled and taken away, and you get the waste paperwork. Typical jobs include old cold water tanks and broken sheets in gardens, including gutters and downpipes, floor tiles and cement roof sheets.
In a village like Compton, removal often involves barns, stables, outbuildings and farm buildings, where access across fields or yards needs planning. We work to HSE guidance on every job, large or small.
- Area
- Compton (RG20)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Service
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Paperwork
- Waste consignment note
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
DIY and asbestos
Asbestos waste can’t go in household bins, recycling or skips. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
Limits to be aware of
We are upfront about what’s included:
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is typically separate
- 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 booking.
Materials we see
- Garage and shed roofs
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Bitumen roof felt
- Gutters and downpipes
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Artex and textured coatings
- Flue pipes
- Soffits (cement)
- Water tanks
- Panels and boards
Typical removal jobs in Compton
Most removal happens because building work would disturb asbestos: whatever the work will touch should come out first.
Typical jobs in Compton include:
- Cement flues and gutters
- Broken sheets in gardens
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
- Asbestos garages
In a school like Compton C.E. Primary School, any removal is agreed with the duty holder and done while the area is out of use.
What to look for in a quote
- How the waste will be disposed of, and whether you will get a consignment note
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
- Which areas and materials are covered
- Which laboratory analyses samples
Also near Compton
What else we do in Compton
Your options compared
Licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed? The material and the job decide. Our guide explains the difference, with links to HSE’s pages. Access makes a big difference to cost, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
Why choose us
- Honest advice, even when the answer is to leave it
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Across London and the South East
See how we price jobs and our cost guide.
Responsibilities for owners
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos.
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
What it might be made of
Water tanks and flues
Cement water tanks and flues are drained or disconnected first, then removed whole or in as few pieces as possible.
Bitumen and felt
Some old roof felts and bitumen products contain asbestos, generally tightly bound.
What it costs
Quotes vary because of:
- Licensed or non-licensed
- The size of the job
- Disposal costs
- Access to the area
Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
Sending photos
The most useful photos are:
- A clear close-up
- Labels, if any
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- The parking area
For a quote, send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
FAQs for Compton
Do you come out to small villages like Compton?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Just tell us how to reach the property.
Could my house in Compton contain asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos was used until the 1999 ban, so older homes and older alterations in Compton can contain it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
How much does asbestos removal cost in Compton?
Material, amount, condition, access and waste all affect the price. Every job gets a written quote.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. With the seller’s agreement, a pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you commit.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes, we do. We work for landlords, managing agents, employers and contractors as well as homeowners.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
No. Material in good condition that will not be disturbed can often be left and managed. It should be recorded and checked.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
Stop work in that area and keep people out, and the material needs identifying before work resumes.
When can you start?
It depends on the job and our diary. You’ll get available dates with the quote, and notifiable work needs notifying before it starts.
Removing asbestos around Compton
Compton is about 7 miles south of Didcot, in West Berkshire. If your removal job is in Compton, let us know about access. We cover 155 places across West Berkshire. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 13 miles away.
In older properties in Compton, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so we test before we plan. Compton is within about a mile of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape. Rural removal jobs nearby often mean planning access across yards and fields.
Anywhere in RG20, asbestos removal is available, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include High Street, Lowbury Gardens and Cheap Street, and asbestos removal is available on all of them. For properties just outside Compton, we cover East Ilsley (2 miles north-west), Aldworth (2 miles east), Woodway (3 miles north), Blewbury (4 miles north) and Chilton (4 miles north-west). We also cover nearby towns such as Newbury (9 miles south), Thatcham (8 miles south), Burghfield Common (11 miles south-east), Speenhamland (8 miles south-west), Hungerford (14 miles south-west) and Spencers Wood (15 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Hampstead Norris Castle (2.5 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Churn Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Downs School (within half a mile south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Swan pub (under half a mile north)
How it works
On the day, we set up the work area first: barrier tape, signs and protection where needed, and keep the material wet as we work. The work area is kept clear while we are working, so arrange for pets and children to be elsewhere. Late-December sunset in Compton is about 4:00pm, so outdoor jobs start early.
- Send us the postcode and photos
- We check whether it’s licensed, notifiable or non-licensed work
- We agree a date and any notification needed
- We set up the work area and remove the material
- We dispose of the waste legally and send the paperwork
How to prepare
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Clear the way to the work area
How to get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: just ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Helpful guides
- 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
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site