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Asbestos Removal Services in Leigh, Surrey
Worried about asbestos in Leigh? We provide asbestos removal with waste paperwork, explained in plain English.
- Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
- Cement water tanks in lofts
- Asbestos found during building work
Asbestos help in Leigh
About our asbestos removal in Leigh
We keep materials damp, remove them whole where possible and never use power tools on them, to keep fibre release as low as possible. Whether it’s old floor tiles and black adhesive and Artex before plastering, we cover floor tiles, cement roof sheets and cement soffits.
In Leigh, waste may have a long carry to the vehicle, so we plan the route before the day. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, because the method depends on what the material is.
- Area
- Leigh (RH2)
- County
- Surrey
- What we do
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Paperwork
- Waste paperwork
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Can I do it myself?
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, quite apart from the asbestos, so never climb onto one.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, don’t sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
Common reasons for removal jobs in Leigh
Old materials break down over time: roofs crack, coatings flake and tiles come loose, which is when removal comes up.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles
- Old waste on site
- Textured coatings
- Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
In older buildings across Leigh, asbestos may be in later additions, so we identify materials before planning removal.
Before you book anyone
- What you’ll receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
- Any exclusions
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
What else we do in Leigh
What it costs
Quotes vary because of:
- Material and condition
- The category of work
- Disposal costs
- The size of the job
Doing several things in one visit can help, such as testing several materials at once.
What to photograph
Good photos help us plan and quote. Take them without disturbing anything:
- An overall view
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- An idea of size
- A clear close-up
For a quote, fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
What’s included, and what isn’t
Before you book, note that:
- Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
- Making good is normally a separate job
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before you book.
Materials we see
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Flue pipes
- Soffits (cement)
- Panels and boards
- Garage and shed roofs
- Bitumen roof felt
- Artex and textured coatings
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Water tanks
- Gutters and downpipes
Options to consider in Leigh
What kind of work is it? It depends on what the material is and what’s being done. Our guide explains the difference, with links to HSE’s pages. Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: proper controls, lab analysis and legal waste disposal cost money.
How we work in Leigh
- Domestic and commercial work
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- No removal until we know what it is
See how we quote and our cost guide.
What happens
As each piece comes out, it’s bagged or wrapped and labelled, then loaded for disposal at a permitted site. On the day, we check the area and talk you through the plan first. In winter, the light goes in Leigh by about 3:55pm, so outdoor jobs start early.
- 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
How to prepare
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Mention any damage before we arrive
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
How to get a quote
You’ll get a written quote. Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
Helpful guides
Leigh properties and asbestos removal
Leigh is about 3 miles south-west of Reigate, in Surrey. In Leigh, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses. Leigh is one of 395 places in Surrey where we work. You can also see our page for Crawley, about 7 miles away.
For non-domestic buildings like Burys Court School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. Landlords near Betchworth station often time removal for when a property is empty. Parts of the Surrey Hills National Landscape are within about 5 miles of Leigh; removing asbestos from rural buildings there follows the same rules, with access across yards and fields to plan.
For removal jobs in RH2, just send the postcode and a few photos. Streets in the area include Church Road, Smalls Hill Road and The Glebe, and asbestos removal is available on all of them. We also carry out removal jobs in Dawesgreen (1 mile north-west), Bunce Common (1 mile west), Irons Bottom (2 miles east), Strood Green (2 miles north-west) and Sidlow (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Guildford (14 miles west), Epsom (9 miles north), Horley (4 miles south-east), Redhill (4 miles north-east), Ewell (10 miles north) and Reigate (3 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Reigate Priory Museum (2.7 miles north-east) and East Surrey Hospital (3.7 miles east). The countryside around Leigh includes Reigate Heath and Colley Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Seven Stars Public House (within half a mile north-west)
Questions from Leigh
Do you work near Betchworth station?
Yes, we cover Leigh and the area towards Betchworth station, about 2.9 miles north.
Do you cover small places like Leigh?
We do: small villages are covered too. Tell us about access and parking.
What does removal cost?
It depends on the material, how much there is, its condition, access and disposal. Every job gets a written quote.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
Not necessarily. If it’s in good condition and nobody will disturb it, leaving it in place and checking it can be the safer choice.
Is asbestos removal licensed?
Not always. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed work; lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
Higher-risk materials need an HSE-licensed contractor. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
Make the area safe first: shut the door if you can and don’t sweep it up. Then get in touch and we will advise.
How dangerous is asbestos?
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, so the aim is never to disturb it unknowingly.
After the job
File the waste paperwork safely: it proves legal disposal.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Clear the area around the work, without disturbing the asbestos
- File the consignment note
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Book the replacement before removal
Things not to do
Don’t sweep, vacuum or brush up broken asbestos debris.
Do not put asbestos in household bins or skips.
Duty holders and landlords in Leigh
For managing agents and freeholders in Leigh, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors, and condition checked regularly.
If you run a business from older premises in Leigh, you are likely to need an asbestos register and a management plan, and you must tell contractors what’s there.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- 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