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Asbestos Removal for East Ham
Asbestos removal across East Ham and nearby. Planned to HSE guidance, with written results and paperwork.
- Old waste on site
- Outbuildings with cement roofs
- Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
Get a quote for East Ham
Afterwards
File the waste paperwork safely: it proves legal disposal.
Keeping things safe:
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Photos of the material and the route in help
- Tell us about parking and access
- Keep the waste paperwork safe afterwards
Avoid these
Don’t sweep, vacuum or brush up broken asbestos debris.
Never sweep or vacuum asbestos debris; keep people away and ask for advice.
Asbestos removal in East Ham
Asbestos removal starts with knowing what the material is. If it hasn’t been tested, we sample it first, since the right method depends on what it is. Typical materials include water tanks, flue pipes and floor tiles, and typical jobs are materials found mid-project and old floor tiles and black adhesive.
In London neighbourhoods like East Ham, garages and outbuildings are often reached through the house or a rear lane, so we plan how to get the waste out. Our quotes are written and say what’s included, so you know where you stand.
- Where
- East Ham (E6, IG11, E13, E12)
- County
- Greater London
- Service
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Afterwards
- Waste paperwork
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Nearby places to East Ham
What else we do in East Ham
Common reasons for removal jobs in East Ham
Materials deteriorate with age: roofs crack, coatings flake and tiles come loose, which is when removal comes up.
You can’t tell by looking, but these are common reasons people contact us:
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
- Cement water tanks in lofts
- Artex ceilings before renovation
- Cement flues and gutters
Older buildings in East Ham, near St Bartholomew's Church or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so we test before we plan.
What to look for in a quote
- What paperwork you get
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- The method and controls
- What category of work it is
Materials we deal with
Textured coatings
We soften coatings and remove them wet, never sanding or dry scraping. Larger-scale steam or gel removal is notifiable non-licensed work.
Floor tiles
Tiles come up whole where we can, with hand tools, never with power tools.
East Ham: your questions answered
Do you work near Barking station?
Yes, we cover East Ham and the area towards Barking station, about 1.3 miles north-east.
Do you work in East Ham despite London parking restrictions?
Yes, we work across London. Tell us about parking, permits and access so we can plan.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
Never: it’s hazardous waste. When we remove it, it’s taken to a permitted site with a consignment note.
Can I remove asbestos myself?
HSE advises the public not to try, and higher-risk materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
You can’t tell by eye. A sample analysed in a laboratory is the reliable way to find out, and anything from before 2000 is worth checking.
Is a home built after 2000 likely to contain asbestos?
Homes built after 2000 shouldn’t contain asbestos, as it was banned in 1999, though older parts, reused materials or earlier outbuildings can.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, as long as the seller agrees.
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.
How we work
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. When we’re done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows. In winter, the light goes in East Ham by about 3:50pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Get in touch with the details of the job
- We check whether it’s licensed, notifiable or non-licensed work
- We book the work and notify if required
- We set up the work area and remove the material
- We dispose of the waste legally and send the paperwork
Before we arrive
- Let us know where we can park
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
Ask for a quote
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form, and we will recommend the right option.
Related guides
For landlords, agents and businesses
If you are responsible for a non-domestic building or the common parts of flats in East Ham, you have a duty to manage asbestos under regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
If you manage or own a block in East Ham, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors.
Weighing up your options
HSE advises the public not to remove asbestos themselves, and disposal still has to be done properly. Doing several things in one visit can help, for example testing several materials, or removing a garage roof and a flue at the same time.
How we work in East Ham
- Clear written quotes
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- Domestic and commercial work
See how we quote and published price ranges.
Removing asbestos around East Ham
East Ham is about 5 miles south-east of Walthamstow, in Greater London. Homes, landlords and businesses in East Ham contact us for removal jobs about all kinds of jobs. We work in all 764 towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. Our area stretches from East Ham to London (7 miles away).
For non-domestic buildings like St Michael's Catholic Primary School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. On busy roads like the A13 and A117, loading the waste needs planning, so mention it, as main roads can be restricted.
Removal jobs anywhere in E6, IG11, E13 and E12 start with the postcode and some photos. Streets in the area include High Street South, Market Street and High Street North, and asbestos removal is available on all of them. Main roads around East Ham include the A13 and A117, so mention parking if the property is on one. Neighbouring places we cover include Wallend (1 mile north-east), Upton Park (1 mile west), Plashet (1 mile north), Beckton (1 mile south-east) and Greengate (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover London (7 miles west), City of Westminster (9 miles west), Marylebone (9 miles west), Kensington (11 miles west), St Pancras (7 miles west) and Shoreditch (6 miles west).
East Ham 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.
Nearby you’ll also find The Who Shop Museum (within half a mile north) and County Borough of West Ham (2.5 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Ripple Nature Reserve and Hollow Pond.
- Local schools include Langdon School (0.5 miles north-east) and The Service for Deaf and Partially Hearing Children (1.1 miles west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Miller's Well pub (less than half a mile north)
What we do and don’t cover
What’s in and what’s out:
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is generally separate
- Licensed materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must be removed by an HSE-licensed contractor
- 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 in East Ham
- Water tanks
- Flue pipes
- Panels and boards
- Artex and textured coatings
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Soffits (cement)
- Bitumen roof felt
- Gutters and downpipes
- Garage and shed roofs
- Floor tiles and adhesive
Prices and what affects them
We base our quote on:
- The survey scope
- How much there is
- How much waste there is
- Travel and parking
Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
Helping us quote
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- A clear close-up
- Cracks or breaks
- An idea of size
- Visible markings
You’ll get a written quote. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 with the details.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note