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Asbestos Removal Services in Drayton, Portsmouth
Found something that might be asbestos in Drayton? Our service covers removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks, with clear advice at each step.
- Artex ceilings before renovation
- Old cold water tanks
- Garage roof sheets
Asbestos help in Drayton
Asbestos removal in Drayton
Removal is planned, not improvised: we work out the method, the controls, the waste and whether the work must be notified. From old cold water tanks and cement flues and gutters, we cover cement roof sheets, gutters and downpipes and floor tiles.
In a smaller place like Drayton, removal is often a garage roof, a shed or an outbuilding, with access through the garden or drive. We start with a clear answer: what the material is, and what that means for your plans.
- Location
- Drayton (PO6)
- Area hub
- Portsmouth
- Service
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- Afterwards
- Waste consignment note
- Quotes
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Step by step
Once removal is finished, we clean and check the area. We’ll tell you when we’ve finished and what you’ll receive afterwards. Outdoor removal in Drayton is planned to finish in daylight: that means by about 4:00pm in December, or about 9:20pm in June.
- Tell us what needs removing and send photos
- We test the material if needed
- We plan the job and send a written quote
- We remove the material with controls to keep fibres down
- The area is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site, with paperwork
Before we arrive
- Dig out previous surveys
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
- Tell us about parking and access
Ask for a quote
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Helpful guides
Which option is right?
Covering or sealing asbestos is sometimes an alternative to removal, but the asbestos is still there and needs recording for future work. Our quotes are clear about VAT, so you can compare like with like.
Why people choose us
- Clear advice on your options
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Written quotes that say what’s included
See our prices page and the cost guide.
Responsibilities for owners
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
For managing agents and freeholders in Drayton, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors, and condition checked regularly.
What’s included, and what is not
Some limits to bear in mind:
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is usually separate
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise before you book.
What we deal with
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Gutters and downpipes
- Soffits (cement)
- Garage and shed roofs
- Water tanks
- Panels and boards
- Artex and textured coatings
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Flue pipes
- Bitumen roof felt
Afterwards
After removal, the work area is cleaned, and you get the consignment note showing where the waste went.
After we have finished:
- Keep the waste paperwork safe afterwards
- Photos of the material and the route in help
- Tell us about parking and access
- Let neighbours know if work is near them
Don’ts
Don’t jet-wash, sand, drill or cut asbestos materials.
Never sweep or vacuum asbestos debris.
Should you do it yourself?
If you do find something during DIY, stop: leave the area, do not clean it up, and ask for advice.
A professional job comes with paperwork: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
Why people call us in Drayton
Not all asbestos materials are equal: lagging and board release fibres far more readily than cement, which is why that work is licensed.
These are some of the things we deal with in Drayton:
- Artex ceilings before renovation
- Garage roof sheets
- Old flues
- Materials found mid-project
Older buildings in Drayton, near Drayton Methodist Church or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so materials are identified first.
Before booking anyone
- How the waste will be disposed of, and whether you will get a consignment note
- What isn’t included
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- Suitable insurance for the work
Drayton properties and asbestos removal
Drayton is about 2 miles south of Purbrook, in Portsmouth. Drayton is part of the area we cover, from older terraces and semis to flats, workplaces and outbuildings. We cover all 19 towns and villages across Portsmouth, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 16 miles away.
In a school like Springfield School, any removal is agreed with the duty holder and done while the area is out of use. If you let property near Cosham station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal. The coast is within about 5 miles of Drayton; on exposed coastal sites, wind affects when outdoor removal can go ahead.
Removal jobs anywhere in PO6 start with the postcode and some photos. From Galt Road, Hirst Road and Court Lane or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Nearby, we also cover Farlington (1 mile east), Widley (1 mile north), Cosham (1 mile west), Wymering (1 mile west) and Hilsea (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Portsmouth (3 miles south-west), Southsea (4 miles south), Milton (4 miles south), Landport (3 miles south-west), Baffins (3 miles south) and Rudmore (3 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Portchester Castle (3.1 miles west) and World War I Remembrance Centre (1 mile south). The countryside around Drayton includes Portsdown Hill and Southmoor Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Solent Junior School (within half a mile north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find New Inn (under half a mile north-west)
Drayton: your questions answered
How far is Drayton from London?
We cover Drayton, about 61 miles from central London.
Do you cover Drayton and the area around Cosham station?
Yes. Cosham station is about 1 mile west of Drayton, and we cover both.
Do I need to move out?
It depends on the job: outdoor work rarely means leaving. Indoors, the work area is sealed and out of use while we work.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
It covers the higher-risk materials: pipe lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board. It needs a contractor with an HSE licence.
Where does the asbestos go?
It goes to a permitted site, properly packaged, with a registered carrier, and you get the consignment note.
How do I get a quote?
Start with the postcode and a description of the material. To do that, use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Does weather affect the work?
It depends on the job: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
Is asbestos removal licensed?
Not always. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed work; lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed.
Other services in Drayton
Materials, one by one
Asbestos cement
Asbestos cement is the most common material we remove: roof sheets, gutters, downpipes, flues, soffits and water tanks. We wet it and take it down in whole pieces where we can.
Water tanks and flues
A Gas Safe engineer disconnects any gas appliance first.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site