West Berkshire · England
Asbestos Removal in Kintbury
Asbestos removal for properties in Kintbury and West Berkshire: planned asbestos removal and legal disposal.
- Broken sheets in gardens
- Asbestos found during building work
- Asbestos garages
Asbestos removal near Kintbury
Doing it yourself?
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
If you do find something during DIY, stop: leave the area, don’t clean it up, and ask for advice.
Asbestos removal near Kintbury
Asbestos removal starts with knowing what the material is. If nobody has tested it, we take a sample first, because the method depends on the material. Whether it’s floor tiles before a new floor and old flues, we cover flue pipes, floor tiles and water tanks and more.
Rural removal near Kintbury can mean longer distances to carry waste, so the route is planned in advance. We identify materials before planning removal, as the right approach depends on the material.
- Location
- Kintbury (RG17)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Covers
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- You receive
- Waste consignment note
- Quotes
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Places near Kintbury
Also in Kintbury
Typical removal jobs in Kintbury
Some asbestos is higher risk than other kinds: lagging and board release fibres far more readily than cement, so their removal is licensed.
In older properties, we often see:
- Finds during refurbishment
- Garage roofs and whole garages
- Old floor tiles and black adhesive
- Old cold water tanks
Landlords near Kintbury station often time removal for when a property is empty.
What to look for in a quote
- What paperwork you get
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- The scope of the job, in writing
Landlords, managing agents and employers
The duty to manage applies to non-domestic premises and common parts, not to single private homes, but contractors still need to know about asbestos before they work.
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
Kintbury questions
How far is Kintbury from London?
We cover Kintbury, about 59 miles from central London.
Do you come out to small villages like Kintbury?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
How can I get a price?
Send us the details: the postcode, what you’ve found and where it is. Then send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
What if the weather’s bad?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor roof work can be delayed by strong wind or heavy rain.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Don’t try to clean up the debris yourself, and ask for advice; your GP can advise if you’re worried about your health.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos fibres can cause serious lung diseases years after exposure. The main risk is from disturbing it, so identifying it before work is important.
What does removal cost?
Material, amount, condition, access and waste all affect the price. We quote each job individually.
Do you cover Kintbury?
We do: Kintbury is within the area we cover in West Berkshire. Send the postcode and a few photos for a quote.
Materials we deal with
Asbestos cement
Cement products make up most removal jobs: roofs, gutters, flues and tanks. It’s kept damp and removed whole where possible.
Insulating board and lagging
Insulating board, lagging and sprayed coatings are licensed work in most cases.
Good to know
We’re upfront about what’s included:
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is generally separate
- We do not remove anything until it’s been identified
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Materials in Kintbury
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Garage and shed roofs
- Flue pipes
- Gutters and downpipes
- Soffits (cement)
- Artex and textured coatings
- Panels and boards
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Water tanks
- Bitumen roof felt
Step by step
Unexpected materials mean we pause and discuss, rather than carrying on regardless. The work area is kept clear while we are working, so arrange for pets and children to be elsewhere. In winter, the light goes in Kintbury by about 4:00pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Start with photos, the postcode and any existing reports
- We identify the material and work out whether the job is licensed, notifiable or non-licensed
- A written quote follows, covering method, controls and disposal
- On the agreed date we set up the work area and remove the material carefully
- We clean the area and send the consignment note
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the way to the work area
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
Ask for a quote
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form, and we will advise.
Helpful guides
How we price asbestos removal
What drives the price:
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- How much waste there is
- The quantity or area
- Licensed or non-licensed
Our quotes are clear about VAT.
Photos that help
The most useful photos are:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- A close-up from a safe distance
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- A rough size or measurement
Every job is quoted in writing. Just use our quote form or call 07833 053 749 with the details.
Choosing the right option
Be wary of a price that seems too low: controls, equipment and legal disposal all cost money. Ask to see the waste paperwork. What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. Every quote is individual.
How we work in Kintbury
- Houses, flats and business premises
- Accredited laboratory results
- Across London and the South East
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
Read how we price jobs or published price ranges.
Asbestos removal in Kintbury: local notes
Kintbury is about 5 miles west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Anywhere in Kintbury, just send the postcode, and we will quote. We work in all 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our area stretches from Kintbury to Reading (21 miles away).
In a school like Kintbury St Mary's C.E. Primary School, any removal is agreed with the duty holder and done while the area is out of use. Older buildings in Kintbury, near Church of St Mary or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so we test before we plan.
We handle removal jobs in every part of RG17 and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Station Road, High Street and Morrish Grove or anywhere nearby, we can help. For properties just outside Kintbury, we cover Hell Corner (2 miles south), Inkpen (2 miles south-west), Inkpen Common (2 miles south), Lower Green (2 miles south-west) and Upper Green (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Newbury (5 miles east), Thatcham (8 miles east), Speenhamland (5 miles east), Hungerford (3 miles west), Lambourn (8 miles north-west) and Shaw (6 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Hamstead Marshall 3 (2.2 miles east). Within reach you’ll find Inkpen Hill and Kintbury Newt Ponds.
- Local pubs include Prince of Wales pub (less than half a mile north-west)
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site