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Asbestos Removal in Merton Abbey

Asbestos removal in Merton Abbey: planned asbestos removal and legal disposal. Tell us what you’ve found and we will explain your options.

  • Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
  • Old floor tiles and black adhesive
  • Cement water tanks in lofts

Request a quote Call 07833 053 749

Asbestos help in Merton Abbey

Your options compared

Be wary of a price that seems too low: proper controls, protective equipment, a registered waste carrier and disposal cost money. Ask to see the waste paperwork. Dealing with asbestos before building work is normally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when everything has to stop.

Why us?

  • Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
  • London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
  • Accredited laboratory results
  • Quotes that spell out the scope

Read how we quote or published price ranges.

How asbestos removal works in Merton Abbey

Asbestos removal in Merton Abbey covers homes, rental property and workplaces: cement sheets and roofs, flues, tanks, gutters, textured coatings and floor tiles. Every job is planned to HSE guidance, with the waste taken to a permitted site. Common materials are gutters and downpipes, water tanks and textured coatings, and people normally contact us about garage roofs and whole garages and materials found mid-project.

In Merton Abbey, removal often involves flats, small gardens and limited access, so we plan parking, access and the route for the waste. Small jobs get the same care as big ones, with the same attention to the regulations.

Location
Merton Abbey (SW19, CR4, SW17)
Region
Greater London
Covers
Removal of cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks
Paperwork
Consignment note for the waste
Price
Quoted individually, in writing
Call
07833 053 749
Last updated
26 October 2026
Corrugated sheets being wrapped in polythene

What we do and don’t cover

So you know what to expect:

  • Making good is normally a separate job
  • Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
  • Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling

Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.

Materials we see

  • Flue pipes
  • Artex and textured coatings
  • Soffits (cement)
  • Panels and boards
  • Bitumen roof felt
  • Asbestos cement sheets
  • Gutters and downpipes
  • Floor tiles and adhesive
  • Water tanks
  • Garage and shed roofs

More about this service

Duty holders and landlords in Merton Abbey

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.

Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Merton Abbey must manage asbestos under regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. That means finding it, assessing it, recording it and planning how to manage it.

Where asbestos turns up

Damage from DIY, storms or accidents can make removal necessary, especially if broken material is lying around.

Buildings from before 2000 can hide asbestos in many places. Typical situations are:

  • Broken sheets in gardens
  • Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
  • Cement water tanks in lofts
  • Old floor tiles and black adhesive

At a school such as Haslemere Primary School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty.

Comparing quotes

  • Which areas and materials are covered
  • Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
  • Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
  • VAT, clearly stated

Choosing an asbestos contractor

Can I do it myself?

Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.

HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.

Merton Abbey properties and asbestos removal

Merton Abbey is about 2 miles south-east of Wimbledon, in Greater London. Anywhere in Merton Abbey, just send the postcode. Merton Abbey is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 7 miles away.

On busy roads like the A24, loading the waste needs planning, so mention it, as main roads can be restricted. Landlords near Haydons Road station often time removal for when a property is empty.

Wherever your property is in SW19, CR4 and SW17, we can help with asbestos removal, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include East Road, Hardy Road and Mount Road, and asbestos removal is available on all of them. Main roads around Merton Abbey include the A24, so mention parking if the property is on one. We also carry out removal jobs in Merton (1 mile west), Colliers Wood (1 mile north-east), South Wimbledon (1 mile north-west), Eastfields (1 mile east) and Tooting Bec (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover London (7 miles north-east), City of Westminster (7 miles north), Marylebone (7 miles north), Kensington (6 miles north), St Pancras (8 miles north) and Shoreditch (9 miles north-east).

As a London location, Merton Abbey is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: tell us about parking, permits and access when you ask for a quote.

Nearby you’ll also find Southside Wandsworth (3 miles north) and St George's Hospital (1 mile north). Within reach you’ll find Henman Hill and Battersea Park Lake.

  • Nearby schools include Rutlish School (1.2 miles west) and Ensham School (1.2 miles north-east)
  • Local pubs include King's Head pub (less than half a mile north)
  • Local facilities include St Leonard's (2.5 miles north-east)
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Common questions in Merton Abbey

Do you cover Merton Abbey and the area around Haydons Road station?

Yes. Haydons Road station is about 0.9 miles north of Merton Abbey, and we cover both.

Is asbestos common in Merton Abbey homes?

Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. A sample test is the only reliable answer. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.

Do I need my asbestos tested before removal?

Unless it’s already been identified, yes: the way it’s removed depends on the material.

Can you quote from photos?

Many jobs can be quoted from photos, but larger or unclear jobs may need a visit.

Do you work in flats?

Yes. For shared areas, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.

Do you work on commercial premises?

Yes. Tell us the size and use of the building and what you need.

When can you start?

It depends on the job and our diary. We will give you dates when we quote.

Could my home contain asbestos?

Looking won’t tell you. Laboratory analysis of a sample gives the answer, especially in buildings from before 2000.

What it costs

What drives the price:

  • The size of the job
  • Licensed or non-licensed
  • The type of material and its condition
  • Location, parking and any London charges

There is no one-size price, as every job differs. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.

What to photograph

Helpful photos:

  • A rough size or measurement
  • Visible markings
  • Street parking nearby
  • An overall view

We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 to get started.

Afterwards

Making good, such as a new roof or ceiling, is normally a separate job, so plan it in advance.

Staying safe afterwards:

  • Move belongings away, but leave the asbestos alone
  • Send photos of the material and the access
  • Let us know where we can park
  • Plan any replacement work before the removal date

What to avoid

Do not jet-wash, sand, drill or cut asbestos materials.

Never sweep or vacuum asbestos debris.

How we work

Once removal is finished, we clean and check the area, and we talk you through what was done. Before we start, we walk through the job with you and answer any questions. Late-December sunset in Merton Abbey is about 3:55pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.

  1. Describe the material and send pictures
  2. If it hasn’t been identified, we sample it first
  3. We plan the job and send a written quote
  4. On the day we set up, keep the material damp and remove it whole where we can
  5. The area is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site, with paperwork

Preparing for the visit

  • Clear access to the area, loft or garage
  • Keep children and pets away on the day
  • Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material

Get a quote

Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.

Tell us what you need

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  • Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
  • Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
  • Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
  • Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site

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