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Asbestos Removal in Kilburn
Asbestos removal for properties in Kilburn and Greater London: removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks.
- Old cold water tanks
- Textured coatings
- Garage roof sheets
Need asbestos removal in Kilburn?
Removal jobs in Kilburn
Kilburn is about 3 miles north-west of City of Westminster, in Greater London. If your removal job is in Kilburn, let us know about access when you get in touch. Kilburn is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we work.
In a school like Salusbury Primary School, any removal is agreed with the duty holder and done while the area is out of use. In older properties in Kilburn, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so materials are identified first.
Here we cover the NW6, W9 and W10 postcode area, and your removal job can be anywhere in it. Local streets include The Lane, Dyne Road and Quex Road; we cover every one. Kilburn is on the A4003, so it’s easy for us to reach. Close by, we cover Queen's Park (1 mile south), Kensal Rise (1 mile south-west), Brondesbury (1 mile north), Kensal Town (1 mile south) and Kensal Green (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include London (5 miles south-east), City of Westminster (3 miles south-east), Marylebone (3 miles south-east), Kensington (3 miles south), St Pancras (4 miles east) and Shoreditch (5 miles east).
Kilburn 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 O2 Centre (1.2 miles north-east) and Montfichet's Tower (4.7 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Greville Place nature reserve and Primrose Hill.
- Local schools include Marylebone Boys' School (under half a mile north-east) and Maida Vale School (0.5 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Brondesbury Arms (within half a mile south-east)
- Local facilities include Frognal and Fitzjohns (1.5 miles north-east)
Asbestos removal in Kilburn
Much of the asbestos found in homes is asbestos cement, textured coating or floor tiles. HSE treats work on these as non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed in most cases, but it still needs the right controls. Whether it’s outbuildings with cement roofs and textured coatings, we cover water tanks, cement soffits and cement roof sheets and more.
Removal jobs around Kilburn often mean working in flats, back gardens and tight spaces, so access and parking are planned carefully. Paperwork is part of every job, which is useful when you sell, let or build.
- Area
- Kilburn (NW6, W9, W10)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Covers
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Paperwork
- Consignment note for the waste
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What we deal with in Kilburn
Old materials break down over time: cement sheets become brittle, coatings crack and tiles lift, which is often when people decide to remove them.
Typical jobs in Kilburn include:
- Broken sheets in gardens
- Garage roof sheets
- Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
- Outbuildings with cement roofs
If you let property near Queens Park (London) station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal.
Questions to ask before booking
- The scope of the job, in writing
- Any exclusions
- The documents you will receive
- Whether VAT is included
Can I do it myself?
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
With a professional job, you get a record: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
Your questions about asbestos removal in Kilburn
Can you work in Kilburn with London’s parking rules?
Yes, we work across London. Tell us about parking, permits and access so we can plan; all of Greater London is inside the ULEZ.
Do you cover Kilburn and the area around Queens Park (London) station?
Yes. Queens Park (London) station is close to the centre of Kilburn, and we cover the whole area.
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.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
Stop work in that area and keep people out, and the material needs identifying before work resumes.
Do you work in flats?
Yes. In a block, the shared areas are the responsibility of the managing agent or freeholder, who should hold the asbestos register.
Is DIY asbestos removal allowed?
HSE advises the public not to try, and licensed materials must only be handled by a licensed contractor.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos is a hazard when its fibres get into the air. Diseases linked to it, such as mesothelioma and asbestosis, can appear many years later, which is why it’s identified before work.
Can I stay at home during removal?
For outdoor jobs, you can normally stay put. Indoor work areas are sealed off and kept clear while the work is done.
Prices and what affects them
Quotes vary because of:
- Material and condition
- How much there is
- Location, parking and any London charges
- Licensed or non-licensed
Dealing with asbestos before building work is normally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when everything has to stop.
Photos that help
For a quick quote, include:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Street parking nearby
- Approximate dimensions
Send us the address in Kilburn, a description and some photos: call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Options to consider in Kilburn
Sealing or enclosing is sometimes possible, but it remains in place and has to be recorded. When comparing quotes, check what’s included: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
Why choose us
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Across London and the South East
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- Domestic and commercial work
Read how we quote and published price ranges.
Materials, one by one
Water tanks and flues
Cement water tanks and flues are drained or disconnected first, then removed whole or in as few pieces as possible.
Textured coatings
Taking the boards down can be an alternative.
Towns and villages near Kilburn
What happens
Unexpected materials mean we pause and discuss, before changing the plan. Before anything starts, we confirm the areas and materials with you. Late-December sunset in Kilburn is about 3:55pm, so outdoor jobs start early.
- Describe the material and send pictures
- We test it if needed and plan the job
- You get a written quote, including waste disposal
- The material is removed safely
- The area is cleaned and you get the consignment note
How to prepare
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
- Tell us about parking and access
How to get a quote
Not sure what you need? Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page and describe the problem, and we’ll recommend the right option.
Helpful guides
Looking after things afterwards
File the waste paperwork safely: it shows the asbestos was disposed of legally.
Once you know what’s there, a few simple habits help:
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Share any survey or test results
- Tell us about parking and access
- Photos of the material and the route in help
Don’ts
Asbestos never goes in ordinary bins or skips.
Asbestos never goes in ordinary bins or skips.
Duty holders and landlords in Kilburn
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
- 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
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site