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Asbestos Removal in Ilford
Found something that might be asbestos in Ilford? Our service covers removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks, with clear advice at each step.
- Debris left from a previous job
- Old floor tiles and black adhesive
- Outbuildings with cement roofs
Asbestos removal near Ilford
About our asbestos removal in Ilford
Licensed work covers lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board, which must be carried out by a contractor holding an HSE licence. We will explain what applies to your job in Ilford. Typical jobs include outbuildings with cement roofs and garage roofs and whole garages, involving gutters and downpipes, water tanks and floor tiles.
In Ilford, removal often involves flats, small gardens and limited access, so access and parking are planned carefully. Every quote is in writing and spells out what’s covered, so you know where you stand.
- Area
- Ilford (IG1, IG3, IG2, E12)
- County
- Greater London
- Covers
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Afterwards
- Consignment note for the waste
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
After we’ve finished in Ilford
Replacement work is normally separate, so plan it before the removal date.
After we have finished:
- Let us know where we can park
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
What to avoid
Do not start building work before asbestos the work will disturb has been dealt with.
Deal with asbestos before the builders start.
Why people call us in Ilford
Selling or letting a property can prompt removal of obvious materials, although sound material can often stay.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
- Cement flues and gutters
- Asbestos garages
- Debris left from a previous job
If you’re on or near the A118, tell us about parking and loading.
What your quote should include
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- The documents you’ll receive
- Whether VAT is included
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
How it works
We start by setting up and segregating the work area, then keep the material damp throughout. Our team uses the right protective equipment, and keeps dust to a minimum. In winter, the light goes in Ilford by about 3:50pm, so outdoor jobs start early.
- Tell us what needs removing and send photos
- We test the material if needed
- We plan the job and send a written quote
- We remove the material with controls to keep fibres down
- We clean up, dispose of the waste legally and send the consignment note
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
Getting a price
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
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Responsibilities for owners
If you manage or own a block in Ilford, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades.
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
Asbestos removal in Ilford: local notes
Ilford is about 4 miles east of Leyton, in Greater London. Ilford is part of the area we cover, from older terraces and semis to flats, workplaces and outbuildings. Ilford is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we work. Our nearest city page is London, about 8 miles away.
In older properties in Ilford, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so we test before we plan. At a school such as Winston Way Academy, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty.
We carry out removal jobs all over IG1, IG3, IG2 and E12 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Station Road, Axon Place and Hainault Street, and asbestos removal is available on all of them. Ilford is on the A118, so it’s easy for us to reach. Other places close to Ilford we cover include Cranbrook (1 mile north-west), Loxford (1 mile south), Seven Kings (1 mile north-east), Manor Park (1 mile south-west) and Little Ilford (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include London (8 miles south-west), City of Westminster (10 miles west), Marylebone (10 miles west), Kensington (13 miles west), St Pancras (9 miles west) and Shoreditch (7 miles west).
As a London location, Ilford is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
A little further out are East Ham (2.1 miles south-west) and Barking Community Hospital (1.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Ilford includes Hollow Pond and Ripple Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Ilford include The Ursuline Academy Ilford (under half a mile north-west)
- Local pubs include Great Spoon of Ilford pub (under half a mile west)
A closer look at the materials
Floor tiles
Black bitumen adhesive may need treating separately.
Insulating board and lagging
It needs an HSE-licensed contractor and 14 days’ notice.
Your questions about asbestos removal in Ilford
Could my house in Ilford contain asbestos?
Older homes can, if they date from before 2000. A sample test is the only reliable answer. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you cover Ilford and the area around Ilford station?
Yes, we cover Ilford, including the streets around Ilford station.
Do I need a test or a survey?
A test checks specific materials; a survey checks a whole building or work area. Before building work, you normally need a survey.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
Work on higher-risk materials, such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board, is licensed and must be done by an HSE-licensed contractor. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
Never: asbestos waste is hazardous and can’t go in skips, bins or recycling. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Breathing in asbestos fibres can cause serious diseases, often decades later. The main risk is from disturbing it, so identifying it before work is important.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, as long as the seller agrees.
How much does asbestos removal cost in Ilford?
It depends on the material, how much there is, its condition, access and disposal. We quote each job individually.
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Limits to be aware of
Worth knowing before you book:
- We don’t remove anything until it’s been identified
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is usually separate
- Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Materials in Ilford
- Garage and shed roofs
- Water tanks
- Bitumen roof felt
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Flue pipes
- Soffits (cement)
- Artex and textured coatings
- Panels and boards
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Gutters and downpipes
Can I do it myself?
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
With a professional job, you get a record: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
Choosing the right option
Remove, or leave and manage? Sound material that won’t be disturbed can often stay; if it’s damaged or in the way of work, removal is generally right. A price that looks too good to be true often is: proper controls, lab analysis and legal waste disposal cost money.
How we work in Ilford
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Reports and results you can share
- Houses, flats and business premises
- Covering London and the South East
Take a look at how we price jobs and our cost guide.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site