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Asbestos Removal Services in East Dulwich, Greater London
Asbestos removal in East Dulwich and across Greater London: planned asbestos removal and legal disposal, with written paperwork.
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
- Old cold water tanks
- Floor tiles before a new floor
Asbestos removal for East Dulwich
Looking after things afterwards
File the waste paperwork safely: it proves legal disposal.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Keep the waste paperwork safe afterwards
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
- Clear the area around the work, without disturbing the asbestos
- Let us know where we can park
Things not to do
Don’t start building work before asbestos the work will disturb has been dealt with.
Don’t let anyone remove asbestos without asking how the waste will be disposed of, and ask for the consignment note.
How asbestos removal works in East Dulwich
In homes, in East Dulwich as elsewhere, the usual materials are cement products, textured coatings and floor tiles. HSE treats work on these as non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed in most cases, which still means proper controls. We often deal with cement soffits, flue pipes and cement roof sheets, and typical jobs are garage roof sheets and debris left from a previous job.
In East Dulwich, removal often involves flats, small gardens and limited access, so access and parking are planned carefully. If you’re unsure what you need, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal, whichever fits.
- Where
- East Dulwich (SE5, SE22, SE15)
- County
- Greater London
- Service
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- Afterwards
- Consignment note for the waste
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
The scope of asbestos removal
Before booking, note that:
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
- Some jobs must be notified first, which affects the start date
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Materials we see
- Soffits (cement)
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Flue pipes
- Panels and boards
- Bitumen roof felt
- Garage and shed roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Water tanks
- Artex and textured coatings
Should you do it yourself?
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, as well as an asbestos risk, so stay off it.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Common reasons for removal jobs in East Dulwich
Materials deteriorate with age: roofs crack, coatings flake and tiles come loose, which is often when people decide to remove them.
You cannot tell by looking, but these are common reasons people contact us:
- Broken sheets in gardens
- Cement water tanks in lofts
- Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles
- Outbuildings with cement roofs
Older buildings in East Dulwich, near The Latter Rain Outpouring Revival Church or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so we test before we plan.
Before you book anyone
- How fibres will be kept down
- VAT, clearly stated
- Whether the job needs notifying
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
For landlords, agents and businesses
For managing agents and freeholders in East Dulwich, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors, and condition checked regularly.
If you run a business from older premises in East Dulwich, you’re likely to need an asbestos register and a management plan, and contractors must be told what’s there.
Step by step
If we find more than expected, or something different, we stop and talk to you, rather than carrying on regardless. When we are done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows. In winter, the light goes in East Dulwich by about 3:55pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Tell us what needs removing and send photos
- We test it if needed and plan the job
- You get a written quote, including waste disposal
- The material is removed safely
- The area is cleaned and you get the consignment note
How to prepare
- Ensure we can get to the area
- Mention any damage before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions
Getting a price
Every job is quoted in writing. Just call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
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Common questions in East Dulwich
Can you work in East Dulwich with London’s parking rules?
We do. Tell us about parking, permits and access so we can plan.
Is asbestos common in East Dulwich homes?
That depends on when it was built and altered: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in East Dulwich may have it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Do you work in East Dulwich?
Yes, we do: our area includes East Dulwich and the places around it. Share the postcode and a short description and we will quote.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not always. If it’s in good condition and nobody will disturb it, leaving it in place and checking it can be the safer choice.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, with the seller’s permission.
Do I need a test or a survey?
A test answers the question for the materials sampled; a survey inspects the whole building or work area and records everything it finds.
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.
Can I remove asbestos myself?
HSE advises against removing asbestos yourself. Higher-risk materials need a licensed contractor.
How we price asbestos removal
The price of asbestos removal depends mainly on:
- Location, parking and any London charges
- The size of the job
- Waste quantity and disposal
- The number of samples or the size of the building
Dealing with asbestos before building work is usually cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
Sending photos
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- A clear close-up
- Damaged areas
- An idea of size
- The parking area
Not sure what you need? Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form and describe the problem, and we will advise.
Weighing up your options
Very cheap quotes can be a warning sign: controls, equipment and legal disposal all cost money. Always ask for the consignment note. Our quotes are clear about VAT.
What you get
- No removal until we know what it is
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Work done to the regulations
Take a look at how we price jobs and the cost guide.
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East Dulwich properties and asbestos removal
East Dulwich is about 3 miles south of London, in Greater London. Properties in East Dulwich range from older houses to newer estates and commercial buildings, and anything from before 2000 may contain asbestos. We cover all 764 towns and villages in Greater London.
At a school such as Dog Kennel Hill School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty. If you let property near East Dulwich station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal.
For removal jobs in SE5, SE22 and SE15, just send the postcode and a few photos. From Rye Lane, Wren Road and Adys Road or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Main roads around East Dulwich include the A2214 and A2215; tell us about parking if you’re on a main road. Neighbouring places we cover include Denmark Hill (1 mile north-west), Herne Hill (1 mile south-west), Dulwich Village (1 mile south), Camberwell (1 mile north) and Peckham (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover London (3 miles north), City of Westminster (5 miles north-west), Marylebone (5 miles north-west), Kensington (6 miles north-west), St Pancras (5 miles north) and Shoreditch (4 miles north).
East Dulwich is in London, inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, where parking and loading can be restricted: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Well-known places in the area include Dulwich Community Hospital (less than half a mile south-east) and Nunhead (1.4 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Knight's Hill and Centre for Wildlife Gardening.
- Local schools include The Charter School East Dulwich (under half a mile south-east) and The Charter School (less than half a mile south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Fox on the Hill pub (less than half a mile north-west)
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site