Wokingham · England
Asbestos Removal in Earley
Worried about asbestos in Earley? We provide removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks, explained in plain English.
- Outbuildings with cement roofs
- Floor tiles before a new floor
- Old cold water tanks
Asbestos removal in Earley
FAQs for Earley
Could my house in Earley contain asbestos?
Any home in Earley built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos, but only a test can confirm it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
How far is Earley from London?
Earley is about 36 miles from central London, well within our area.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
Higher-risk materials need an HSE-licensed contractor. Cement and textured coatings typically aren’t licensed.
Do you need a licence to remove asbestos?
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.
Can you help with a shop or office?
We do. Tell us the size and use of the building and what you need, and any existing asbestos register.
Do I need my asbestos tested before removal?
Yes, unless it’s already been tested. The removal method depends on the material.
How much does asbestos removal cost in Earley?
Material, amount, condition, access and waste all affect the price. Every job gets a written quote.
Can you quote from photos?
Clear photos and measurements are often enough; otherwise we will arrange a visit.
How asbestos removal works in Earley
Before removal, the material has to be identified. If it hasn’t been tested, we sample it first, because the method depends on the material. We often deal with water tanks, cement roof sheets and cement soffits, and typical jobs are outbuildings with cement roofs and Artex ceilings before renovation.
Houses and local businesses around Earley often have asbestos cement in roofs and outbuildings that need removing before work. Not sure what you need? Just ask: we will tell you honestly whether it’s a test, a survey or removal.
- Where
- Earley (RG6, RG2, RG1)
- Area hub
- Wokingham
- Covers
- Removal of cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks
- Paperwork
- Waste paperwork
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Should you do it yourself?
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, quite apart from the asbestos, so stay off it.
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres.
Which option is right?
Be wary of a price that seems too low: proper controls, protective equipment, a registered waste carrier and disposal cost money. Always ask for the consignment note. The cost of asbestos removal depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. We quote each job individually.
Why choose us
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- Domestic and commercial work
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Honest advice, even when the answer is to leave it
See our prices page or the cost guide.
Towns and villages near Earley
Responsibilities for owners
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
Materials, one by one
Floor tiles
Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles are lifted whole where possible with hand tools and wetting, never with power tools.
Insulating board and lagging
Work on sprayed coatings, and most work on lagging and asbestos insulating board, is licensed.
What affects the price in Earley
Our quotes take into account:
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- Licensed or non-licensed
- How many samples are needed
- The quantity or area
Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
Photos that help
Helpful photos:
- A rough size or measurement
- A clear close-up
- A photo of the whole area
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Typical removal jobs in Earley
Some asbestos is higher risk than other kinds: lagging and board release fibres far more readily than cement, so their removal is licensed.
These are the materials and situations that most often lead to removal jobs:
- Old flues
- Garage roofs and whole garages
- Materials found mid-project
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
For rentals close to Earley station, removal fits neatly between tenancies.
Questions to ask before you book
- Suitable insurance for the work
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- What isn’t included
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
What happens
On the day, we set up the work area first: barrier tape, signs and protection where needed, then keep the material damp throughout. When we’re done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows. In winter, the light goes in Earley by about 3:55pm, so outdoor jobs start early.
- Describe the material and send pictures
- We test the material if needed
- We plan the method, controls, waste and any notification, and send a quote
- On the day we set up, keep the material damp and remove it whole where we can
- We clean up, dispose of the waste legally and send the consignment note
Preparing for the visit
- Do not disturb the material before we get there
- Mention any parking restrictions
- Dig out previous surveys
Getting a price
You will get a written quote. Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form with the details.
Related guides
Limits to be aware of
To be clear about the scope:
- We don’t remove anything until it’s been identified
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, so the timing needs planning
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Common materials
- Water tanks
- Artex and textured coatings
- Panels and boards
- Soffits (cement)
- Bitumen roof felt
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Gutters and downpipes
- Garage and shed roofs
- Flue pipes
Earley properties and asbestos removal
Earley is about 2 miles south-east of Reading, in Wokingham. We work across Earley and the surrounding area, from older terraces and semis to flats, workplaces and outbuildings. Earley is one of 35 towns and villages in Wokingham where we work.
For non-domestic buildings like Radstock Primary School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. On busy roads like the A327 and A3290, loading the waste needs planning, so mention it.
Anywhere in RG6, RG2 and RG1, asbestos removal is available, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Elm Road, Elm Lane and Mays Lane; we cover every one. You’ll find Earley on the A327 and A3290, so it’s easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places we cover include Lower Earley (1 mile south-east), Whitley (1 mile west), Newtown (2 miles north-west), Whitley Wood (2 miles south-west) and Shinfield (2 miles south). We also cover nearby towns such as Wokingham (4 miles south-east), Crowthorne (7 miles south-east), Woosehill (4 miles south-east), Emmbrook (3 miles east), Twyford (4 miles north-east) and Charvil (4 miles north-east). Being one of Wokingham’s larger places, Earley has a wide mix of older and newer buildings.
Other landmarks nearby include Royal Berkshire Hospital (1.7 miles north-west) and Berkshire Medical Heritage Centre Museum (1.7 miles north-west). Within reach you’ll find South Lake and Fobney Island Wetland Reserve.
- Schools near Earley include Maiden Erlegh School (0.5 miles north-east) and Leighton Park School (0.7 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Three Tuns pub (0.7 miles north)
- Other local spots include University of Reading library (0.7 miles north-west)
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note