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Asbestos Removal Services in Nunhead, Greater London
Found something that might be asbestos in Nunhead? Our service covers safe asbestos removal and legal disposal, with clear advice at each step.
- Old flues
- Loft water tanks
- Garage roof sheets
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Asbestos removal for Nunhead properties
After removal, the work area is cleaned and the waste is double-bagged or wrapped, labelled and taken away, and you get the waste paperwork. People often contact us about old waste on site and Artex before plastering, involving water tanks, textured coatings and flue pipes.
Removal jobs around Nunhead often mean working in flats, back gardens and tight spaces, so we plan parking, access and the route for the waste. We follow HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
- Area
- Nunhead (SE15, SE4, SE14)
- Region
- Greater London
- Service
- Removal of cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks
- Paperwork
- Consignment note for the waste
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
After the job
Making good, such as a new roof or ceiling, is usually a separate job, so plan it in advance.
Staying safe afterwards:
- Book the replacement before removal
- Photos of the material and the route in help
- Clear the area around the work, without disturbing the asbestos
- Keep children and pets away on the day
Avoid these
Do not let anyone remove asbestos without asking how the waste will be disposed of.
Ask any contractor how they’ll dispose of the waste, and ask for the consignment note.
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What we do and do not cover
Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Materials we see
- Water tanks
- Flue pipes
- Soffits (cement)
- Garage and shed roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Artex and textured coatings
- Bitumen roof felt
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Panels and boards
Doing it yourself?
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
What it might be made of
Insulating board and lagging
It needs an HSE-licensed contractor and 14 days’ notice.
Bitumen and felt
They’re removed by hand.
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should know what the roofs are made of, before anyone carries out repairs.
If you manage or own a block in Nunhead, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades.
FAQs for Nunhead
Do you work near Nunhead station?
Yes. Nunhead station is close to the centre of Nunhead, and we cover the whole area.
Is asbestos common in Nunhead homes?
If your home in Nunhead was built or refurbished before 2000, it may, but only a test can confirm it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
No: asbestos waste is hazardous and cannot go in skips, bins or recycling. It must go to a permitted site.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
The builder should stop and close off the area. We can test the material and, if needed, plan its removal.
Is asbestos removal licensed?
It varies: lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work, while most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes: homeowners, landlords, managing agents, businesses and contractors. Send the details.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
Not always. If it’s in good condition and nobody will disturb it, leaving it in place and checking it can be the safer choice.
Do I need a test or a survey?
A test checks specific materials; a survey checks a whole building or work area. For building work, a survey is typically needed.
How we work
On the day, we set up the work area first: barrier tape, signs and protection where needed, and keep the material wet as we work. We arrive at the agreed time, check the area and explain what we will do before we start. In winter, the light goes in Nunhead by about 3:55pm, so outdoor jobs start early.
- Share photos, the postcode and any survey or test you have
- We identify the material and work out whether the job is licensed, notifiable or non-licensed
- We quote in writing, including the waste
- 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
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Make sure we can get to the area
Ask for a quote
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Then send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
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Prices and what affects them
What changes the cost:
- Material and condition
- How easy it is to reach
- How many samples are needed
- The quantity or area
How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so tell us about access.
What to photograph
To help us quote quickly, send:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- A clear close-up
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- A rough size or measurement
You’ll get a written quote. Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749 with the details.
Options to consider in Nunhead
Be wary of a price that seems too low: controls, equipment and legal disposal all cost money. Always ask for the consignment note. Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: proper controls, lab analysis and legal waste disposal cost money.
Why choose us
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Reports and results you can share
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
See how we quote or the cost guide.
Nunhead properties and asbestos removal
Nunhead is about 1 mile south-west of New Cross, in Greater London. Wherever your property is in Nunhead, tell us the postcode and what you need, and we will quote. Nunhead is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we work.
In older buildings across Nunhead, asbestos may be in later additions, so materials are identified first. For non-domestic buildings like Ivydale Primary School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty.
Wherever your property is in SE15, SE4 and SE14, we can help with asbestos removal, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your property is on Rye Road, Nash Road and Kitto Road or a nearby road, the process is the same. Neighbouring places we cover include Telegraph Hill (1 mile north-east), Honor Oak (1 mile south), Peckham (1 mile north-west), New Cross (1 mile north-east) and Brockley (1 mile south-east). We also cover nearby towns such as London (3 miles north-west), City of Westminster (6 miles north-west), Marylebone (6 miles north-west), Kensington (7 miles west), St Pancras (5 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (5 miles north).
Nunhead 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 Greenwich Castle (2.4 miles north-east) and Lewisham Shopping Centre (1.7 miles east). Within reach you’ll find Knight's Hill and One Tree Hill.
- Local schools include Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich (within half a mile south-west) and Allenby Tutorial Trust (1.3 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Ivy House (less than half a mile south)
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note