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Asbestos Removal for Harlington
Asbestos removal for Harlington: removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks. Send us photos and we’ll tell you what you need.
- Artex ceilings before renovation
- Cement water tanks in lofts
- Asbestos garages
Need asbestos removal in Harlington?
Asbestos removal in Harlington
Asbestos removal starts with knowing what the material is. If it hasn’t been tested, we sample it first, because the method depends on the material. People often contact us about vinyl and thermoplastic tiles and old flues, including textured coatings, flue pipes and water tanks.
Removal jobs around Harlington often mean working in flats, back gardens and tight spaces, so access and parking are planned carefully. We follow HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, whatever the size of the job.
- Area
- Harlington (UB3, TW6, UB7)
- County
- Greater London
- Covers
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- You receive
- Consignment note for the waste
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
What it costs
Every quote reflects:
- The quantity or area
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- What the material is and its state
- The survey scope
A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, because the material is clear.
Sending photos
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- The parking area
- A picture of the whole area
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749, and we will recommend the right option.
Harlington questions
Do you work near Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 Rail station?
Yes, we cover Harlington and the area towards Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 Rail station, about 1.2 miles south-west.
Do older homes in Harlington have asbestos?
Older homes can, if they date from before 2000. A sample test is the only reliable answer. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Avoid sweeping, vacuuming or dusting, then contact a professional.
Do you cover Harlington?
We do: Harlington is within the area we cover in Greater London. Send the postcode and a few photos for a quote.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes, we do. We work for landlords, managing agents, employers and contractors as well as homeowners.
Do you need a licence to remove asbestos?
Not always. Cement and textured coatings are normally non-licensed; lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed.
Should all asbestos be removed?
No. Material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed. Keep a record and check its condition.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
A test answers the question for the materials sampled; a survey looks at everything in scope, including things you hadn’t spotted.
Harlington properties and asbestos removal
Harlington is about 2 miles south-east of West Drayton, in Greater London. We cover Harlington as part of Greater London, for removal jobs of every size. We work in 764 places in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. Our area stretches from Harlington to London (15 miles away).
For rentals close to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 Rail station, removal fits neatly between tenancies. In a school like William Byrd Primary Academy, any removal is agreed with the duty holder and done while the area is out of use.
This part of Greater London takes in UB3, TW6 and UB7. Your property could be on New Road, Bath Road and Manor Lane, wherever it is in Harlington. Neighbouring places we cover include Sipson (1 mile north-west), Hatton (1 mile south-east), Cranford (1 mile south-east), Heathrow (1 mile south-west) and Harmondsworth (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover London (15 miles east), City of Westminster (12 miles east), Marylebone (13 miles east), Kensington (10 miles east), St Pancras (14 miles east) and Hoxton (15 miles east).
As a London location, Harlington is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Nearby you’ll also find Harlington (0.6 miles north-west) and Treaty Centre (3.4 miles east). Open spaces near Harlington include Staines Reservoirs and Crane Meadows.
- Schools near Harlington include Harlington Community School (0.8 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Red Lion pub (within half a mile north)
Typical removal jobs in Harlington
Refurbishment and demolition are the most common reasons for removal: anything the work would disturb should be dealt with first.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Cement water tanks in lofts
- Finds during refurbishment
- Old waste on site
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
In older properties in Harlington, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so we identify materials before planning removal.
Questions to ask before booking
- VAT, clearly stated
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- What you will receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
What we do and do not cover
What’s in and what’s out:
- Licensed materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must be removed by an HSE-licensed contractor
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
What we deal with
- Gutters and downpipes
- Panels and boards
- Water tanks
- Artex and textured coatings
- Flue pipes
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Soffits (cement)
- Bitumen roof felt
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Garage and shed roofs
Afterwards
Unexpected finds are discussed with you before we carry on, as the method may need to change.
To avoid problems in future:
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Let us know where we can park
- Share any survey or test results
- Send photos of the material and the access
What to avoid
Asbestos never goes in ordinary bins or skips.
Never pressure-wash, sand or cut asbestos.
What it might be made of
Floor tiles
Black bitumen adhesive may need treating separately.
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.
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. Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, such as testing several materials at once.
Why choose us
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- Reports and results you can share
Take a look at how we quote or published price ranges.
Towns and villages near Harlington
Step by step
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 are done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows. Late-December sunset in Harlington is about 3:55pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Tell us what needs removing and send photos
- We test the material if needed
- We plan the method, controls, waste and any notification, and send a quote
- We remove the material with controls to keep fibres down
- We clean up, dispose of the waste legally and send the consignment note
Getting ready
- Don’t disturb the material before we get there
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
- Dig out previous surveys
Getting a price
Include any existing survey or test when you call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form; it helps us quote accurately.
Read more
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note