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Asbestos Removal in Hornsey
Need asbestos removal in Hornsey? We cover Hornsey and the surrounding area, with clear advice and a written quote.
- Finds during refurbishment
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
- Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
Need asbestos removal in Hornsey?
How we work
Unexpected materials mean we pause and discuss, before changing the plan. On the day, we check the area and talk you through the plan first. Late-December sunset in Hornsey is about 3:55pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Describe the material and send pictures
- If it hasn’t been identified, we sample it first
- 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
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
- Mention any damage before we arrive
Ask for a quote
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749, and we will reply with a quote.
Helpful guides
About our asbestos removal in Hornsey
If your builder has found suspect material in Hornsey, stop work in that area and keep people away. We’ll identify it and plan what happens next. From textured coatings and debris left from a previous job, we cover cement roof sheets, gutters and downpipes and cement soffits.
In London neighbourhoods like Hornsey, garages and outbuildings are often reached through the house or a rear lane, so we plan how to get the waste out. Everything is explained in plain English, including when leaving a material alone is the sensible choice.
- Where
- Hornsey (N8, N22)
- County
- Greater London
- Service
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Paperwork
- Waste consignment note
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Towns and villages near Hornsey
Other services in Hornsey
Duty holders and landlords in Hornsey
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, while the property is empty.
Where asbestos turns up
Some owners remove visible asbestos before a sale or letting, although sound material can often stay.
These come up again and again:
- Cement water tanks in lofts
- Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles
- Broken sheets in gardens
- Asbestos garages
At a school such as St Mary's CofE Primary School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty.
Before you book anyone
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- VAT, clearly stated
- The documents you will receive
Afterwards
File the waste paperwork safely: it shows the asbestos was disposed of legally.
Going forward:
- Move belongings away, but leave the asbestos alone
- Share any survey or test results
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
- Let us know where we can park
What to avoid
Do not put asbestos in household bins or skips.
Don’t put asbestos in household bins or skips.
Removing asbestos around Hornsey
Hornsey is about 3 miles east of Finchley, in Greater London. We cover Hornsey as part of Greater London, for removal jobs of every size. We cover 764 places in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 6 miles away.
Older buildings in Hornsey, near Church of Holy Innocents or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so materials are identified first. Landlords near Hornsey station often time removal for when a property is empty.
This part of Greater London takes in N8 and N22, and your removal job can be anywhere in it. Whether your property is on High Street, Brandon Place and Cross Lane or a nearby road, the process is the same. Other places close to Hornsey we cover include Turnpike Lane (1 mile east), Crouch End (1 mile south-west), Stroud Green (1 mile south-east), Wood Green (1 mile north-east) and Noel Park (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also work in London (6 miles south), City of Westminster (5 miles south), Marylebone (5 miles south), Kensington (7 miles south-west), St Pancras (4 miles south) and Shoreditch (5 miles south).
Hornsey 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.
Other landmarks nearby include The Mall Wood Green (0.6 miles north-east) and Hornsey Central Hospital (0.7 miles west). The countryside around Hornsey includes Darland's Lake and Highgate Hill.
- Schools near Hornsey include Greig City Academy (within half a mile east) and Greek Secondary School of London (0.9 miles north)
- Local pubs include Great Northern Railway pub (less than half a mile north)
- Other local spots include Municipal Borough of Wood Green (0.9 miles north)
Options to consider in Hornsey
Very cheap quotes can be a warning sign: controls, equipment and legal disposal all cost money. Always ask for the consignment note. A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.
Why us?
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Clear advice on your options
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
See how we price jobs or the cost guide.
Can I do it myself?
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials.
What affects the price in Hornsey
We base our quote on:
- Location, parking and any London charges
- Disposal costs
- Licensed or non-licensed
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
There is no one-size price, as every job differs. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
Sending photos
For a quick quote, include:
- A rough size or measurement
- A photo of the whole area
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- Visible markings
Not sure what you need? Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we will recommend the right option.
Common questions in Hornsey
Could my house in Hornsey contain asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos was used until the 1999 ban, so older homes and older alterations in Hornsey can contain it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you cover Hornsey and the area around Hornsey station?
Yes, we cover Hornsey, including the streets around Hornsey station.
Do I need my asbestos tested before removal?
Yes, unless it’s already been tested. The removal method depends on the material.
Could my home contain asbestos?
Any building built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Only laboratory analysis of a sample can confirm it.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not necessarily. Sound material that will not be touched can often stay, as long as it’s recorded.
Does all asbestos have to be removed?
Material in good condition that will not be disturbed can often be left and managed. It should be recorded and checked.
Can you help with a shop or office?
We do. Send us the details of the premises.
Will I get the price in writing?
Yes, always, including whether VAT is included.
Materials, one by one
Bitumen and felt
Some old roof felts and bitumen products contain asbestos, usually tightly bound.
Floor tiles
Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles are lifted whole where possible with hand tools and wetting, never with sanders or grinders.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note