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Asbestos Removal Services in Oakley, Oxfordshire
Found something that might be asbestos in Oakley? We provide removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks, explained in plain English.
- Garage roofs and whole garages
- Asbestos found during building work
- Old flues
Get a quote for Oakley
Limits to be aware of
Here’s what asbestos removal covers, and what it doesn’t:
- We don’t remove anything until it’s been identified
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is usually separate
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal before you book.
Materials in Oakley
- Bitumen roof felt
- Artex and textured coatings
- Flue pipes
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Soffits (cement)
- Garage and shed roofs
- Water tanks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Panels and boards
- Floor tiles and adhesive
How asbestos removal works in Oakley
Removal is planned, not improvised: we work out the method, the controls, the waste and whether the work must be notified, before anyone starts. From old waste on site and old floor tiles and black adhesive, we cover water tanks, flue pipes and cement soffits.
Homes in Oakley with bigger gardens may have several outbuildings with cement roofs, which can often be dealt with together. We only recommend work that is needed, and we will say when the right answer is to leave something alone.
- Area
- Oakley (OX39)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Service
- Removal of cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks
- Paperwork
- Consignment note for the waste
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
How we price asbestos removal
What drives the price:
- The quantity or area
- The type of material and its condition
- Disposal costs
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
There’s no one-size price, as every job differs. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
Helping us quote
A few photos can save a site visit:
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- A clear close-up
- The parking area
- Approximate dimensions
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: do not touch the material, just send them through our quote form.
DIY and asbestos
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, quite apart from the asbestos, so stay off it.
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
A closer look at the materials
Floor tiles
Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles are lifted whole where possible with hand tools and wetting, never with power tools.
Bitumen and felt
Bitumen felts can contain asbestos, which is generally well bound.
Your options compared
Remove, or leave and manage? Sound material that won’t be disturbed can often stay; if it’s damaged or in the way of work, removal is generally right. Every quote says whether VAT is included.
What you get
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Records for your files
- Written quotes that say what’s included
See our prices page and the cost guide.
After we have finished in Oakley
Replacement work is normally separate, so plan it before the removal date.
Once you know what’s there, a few simple habits help:
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Let us know where we can park
- Book the replacement before removal
- File the consignment note
What to avoid
Do not put asbestos in household bins or skips.
Never sweep or vacuum asbestos debris.
Questions from Oakley
Do you work near Princes Risborough station?
Yes, we cover Oakley and the area towards Princes Risborough station, about 3.5 miles east.
Is asbestos common in Oakley homes?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Oakley may have it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Stop, keep people away from the area and do not sweep or vacuum up debris. Then get advice; if you’re worried about your health, speak to your GP.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
No. Asbestos is hazardous waste and must go to a site that accepts it. We take it to a permitted site with paperwork.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
Any building built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Can you quote from photos?
Often we can quote from clear photos and a description; if not, we will arrange to see it.
Do you cover Oakley?
We do: Oakley is within the area we cover in Oxfordshire. Send the postcode and a few photos and we’ll quote.
What does licensed work mean?
Licensed work is work on the materials most likely to release fibres: lagging, sprayed coatings and most asbestos insulating board. Only a contractor holding an HSE licence can do it.
Removal jobs in Oakley
Oakley is about 4 miles south-east of Thame, in Oxfordshire. Oakley has a mix of older and newer buildings, and anything built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Oakley is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover. Our area stretches from Oakley to Oxford (14 miles away).
In older properties in Oakley, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so we test before we plan. At a school such as Mill Lane Community Primary School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty. Parts of the Chilterns National Landscape are within about 3 miles of Oakley. Rural removal jobs nearby often mean planning access across yards and fields.
For removal jobs in OX39, just send the postcode and a few photos. Whether your property is on Mill Lane, Beech Road and Oakley Lane or a nearby road, we can help. For properties just outside Oakley, we cover Crowell (1 mile south-west), Kingston Blount (1 mile south-west), Crowell Hill (1 mile south-east), Aston Rowant (2 miles south-west) and Postcombe (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also work in Oxford (14 miles west), Didcot (15 miles south-west), Thame (4 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (12 miles south), Benson (10 miles south-west) and Headington Quarry (13 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Thame Community Hospital (3.8 miles north-west). The countryside around Oakley includes Bald Hill and Oakley Hill nature reserve.
- Nearby, you will find The Wheatsheaf pub (less than half a mile south-east)
The process
We start by setting up and segregating the work area, then keep the material damp throughout. We keep the work area clear of other people while we work, so children and pets should be kept elsewhere. Late-December sunset in Oakley is about 3:55pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Describe the material and send pictures
- We identify it if needed and plan the method
- We send a quote covering the work and the waste
- We remove it with controls to keep fibres down
- The area is cleaned and you get the consignment note
Before we arrive
- Clear the way to the work area
- Find any old asbestos reports
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
Getting a price
Every job is quoted in writing. Just ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page with the details.
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Responsibilities for owners
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site