Hampshire · England
Asbestos Removal for Headbourne Worthy
Found something that might be asbestos in Headbourne Worthy? We provide asbestos removal with waste paperwork, explained in plain English.
- Artex before plastering
- Broken sheets in gardens
- Asbestos garages
Need asbestos removal in Headbourne Worthy?
How asbestos removal works in Headbourne Worthy
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. Typical jobs include old flues and old floor tiles and black adhesive, including textured coatings, gutters and downpipes and cement soffits.
Rural removal near Headbourne Worthy can mean longer distances to carry waste, so we plan the route before the day. We start with a clear answer: what the material is, and what that means for your plans.
- Location
- Headbourne Worthy (SO23)
- County
- Hampshire
- Service
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- Afterwards
- Consignment note for the waste
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Where asbestos turns up
Asbestos was used in building products until it was banned in 1999, so pre-2000 buildings across Hampshire may contain it.
Typical jobs in Headbourne Worthy include:
- Outbuildings with cement roofs
- Asbestos found during building work
- Old waste on site
- Artex ceilings before renovation
Older buildings in Headbourne Worthy, near Church of St Mary or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so we test before we plan.
Questions to ask before booking
- How fibres will be kept down
- The documents you will receive
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
- What is not included
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Responsibilities for owners
If you’re responsible for a non-domestic building or the common parts of flats in Headbourne Worthy, you have a duty to manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. That means finding it, assessing it, recording it and planning how to manage it.
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
Doing it yourself?
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
Asbestos waste cannot go in household bins, recycling or skips. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
What we do and do not cover
The usual limits are:
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
- Making good is normally a separate job
- Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Common materials
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Artex and textured coatings
- Soffits (cement)
- Bitumen roof felt
- Water tanks
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Panels and boards
- Gutters and downpipes
- Garage and shed roofs
- Flue pipes
Weighing up your options
Removing asbestos before building work avoids stopping the job halfway, rather than halting work when it’s found. Identifying asbestos early is cheaper than stopping work later, when the whole project can be held up.
Why us?
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Accredited laboratory results
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Quotes that spell out the scope
Read how we price jobs or published price ranges.
How we work
If we find more than expected, or something different, we stop and talk to you, rather than carrying on regardless. When we’re done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows. In winter, the light goes in Headbourne Worthy by about 4:00pm, 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
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Find any old asbestos reports
Getting a price
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Related guides
Removing asbestos around Headbourne Worthy
Headbourne Worthy is about 2 miles north of Winchester, in Hampshire. Headbourne Worthy has a mix of older and newer buildings, and anything from before 2000 may contain asbestos. Headbourne Worthy is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we work. We work right across the region, from Headbourne Worthy to Southampton (about 13 miles away).
In a school like Kings Worthy Primary School, any removal is agreed with the duty holder and done while the area is out of use. If you let property near Winchester station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal.
This part of Hampshire takes in SO23. Local streets include London Road, Whiteway Close and The Dell; we cover every one. Neighbouring places we cover include Abbotts Barton (1 mile south), Harestock (1 mile south-west), Hyde (2 miles south), Weeke (2 miles south-west) and Littleton (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (15 miles north-east), Eastleigh (9 miles south), Andover (11 miles north-west), Totton (15 miles south-west), Chandler's Ford (8 miles south-west) and Alton (15 miles east).
A little further out are Royal Observer Corps Museum (1.1 miles south) and Winchester Castle (2.1 miles south). The countryside around Headbourne Worthy includes Twyford Down and Winnall Moors.
- Schools near Headbourne Worthy include Henry Beaufort School (1.3 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Cart And Horses Public House (under half a mile east)
Common questions in Headbourne Worthy
How far is Headbourne Worthy from London?
We cover Headbourne Worthy, about 59 miles from central London.
Is asbestos common in Headbourne Worthy homes?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos was used until the 1999 ban, so older homes and older alterations in Headbourne Worthy can contain it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Can I stay at home during removal?
For outdoor jobs, you can usually stay put. Indoor work areas are kept closed off until finished.
Do I need my asbestos tested before removal?
Yes, unless it’s already been tested. The removal method depends on the material.
Can you help with a flat?
Yes, of course. For shared areas, ask the managing agent about the asbestos register.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
A survey report, laboratory results or a waste consignment note, depending on the job.
Is asbestos removal licensed?
It depends on the material and the job. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed work; lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not always: sound material that won’t be disturbed can often stay. Keep a record and check its condition.
How we price asbestos removal
Every quote reflects:
- Disposal costs
- The category of work
- What the material is and its state
- Travel and parking
How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so tell us about access.
Photos that help
Good photos help us plan and quote. Take them without disturbing anything:
- Where we could park
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Approximate dimensions
- A close-up from a safe distance
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Materials, one by one
Insulating board and lagging
It needs an HSE-licensed contractor and 14 days’ notice.
Water tanks and flues
A Gas Safe engineer disconnects any gas appliance first.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site