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Asbestos Removal for Play Hatch
Asbestos removal in Play Hatch, from older homes to workplaces. Every job is quoted in writing.
- Textured coatings
- Asbestos garages
- Cement flues and gutters
Asbestos removal for Play Hatch
Asbestos removal near Play Hatch
We remove asbestos from homes, rented property and commercial buildings across Play Hatch: 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. Whether it’s flue pipes, gutters and downpipes and materials found mid-project, we cover cement soffits, textured coatings and floor tiles.
In places like Play Hatch, outbuildings and farm buildings are common removal jobs, where access across fields or yards needs planning. Small jobs get the same care as big ones, with the same attention to the regulations.
- Where
- Play Hatch (RG4)
- Area hub
- Reading
- Covers
- Removal of cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks
- You receive
- Waste consignment note
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Removing asbestos around Play Hatch
Play Hatch is about 1 mile east of Caversham, in Reading. Anywhere in Play Hatch, just send the postcode, and we will quote. Play Hatch is one of 34 places in Reading we cover.
Landlords near Reading station often time removal for when a property is empty. Older buildings in Play Hatch, near St Andrew's Church or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so we test before we plan.
Anywhere in RG4, we can help with asbestos removal. Streets in the area include Dene Close, Henley Road and Foxhill Lane, and asbestos removal is available on all of them. For properties just outside Play Hatch, we cover Dunsden Green (1 mile north), Caversham Park Village (1 mile west), Littlestead Green (1 mile north-west), Emmer Green (1 mile west) and Sonning (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also work in Norcot (4 miles west), West Reading (3 miles south-west), Tilehurst Within (5 miles west), Shinfield (5 miles south), Arborfield Garrison (7 miles south) and Horncastle (5 miles south-west).
A little further out are The Oracle (2.4 miles south-west) and Royal Berkshire Hospital (2.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Alder Moors and South Lake.
- Schools near Play Hatch include Reading Blue Coat School (1 mile south-east) and Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre (1.8 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Shoulder of Mutton pub (under half a mile south-west)
Duty holders and landlords in Play Hatch
Landlords of single homes do not have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
Choosing the right option
Sealing or enclosing is sometimes possible, but the asbestos is still there and needs recording for future work. The cost of asbestos removal depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. We quote each job individually.
What you get
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Accredited laboratory results
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
See our prices page or our cost guide.
Towns and villages near Play Hatch
Other services in Play Hatch
What it might be made of
Bitumen and felt
Some old roof felts and bitumen products contain asbestos, which is normally well bound.
Asbestos cement
Breaking or cutting cement releases fibres, so we unfix and lower it rather than breaking it.
What we deal with in Play Hatch
Damage from DIY, storms or accidents can make removal necessary.
Asbestos can be in plenty of places in buildings from before 2000. Common situations include:
- Outbuildings with cement roofs
- Finds during refurbishment
- Artex ceilings before renovation
- Garage roofs and whole garages
At a school such as St Martin's Catholic Primary School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty.
Comparing quotes
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- Any exclusions
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- Which areas and materials are covered
Prices and what affects them
Quotes vary because of:
- The quantity or area
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Licensed or non-licensed
- Material and condition
Our quotes are clear about VAT.
Photos that help
Photo tips:
- Street parking nearby
- A close-up from a safe distance
- Labels, if any
- How we’d reach it
Each job is priced individually. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 to get started.
After the job
File the waste paperwork safely: it proves legal disposal.
Staying safe afterwards:
- Keep the waste paperwork safe afterwards
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
- Photos of the material and the route in help
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
Avoid these
Never pressure-wash, sand or cut asbestos.
Do not let anyone remove asbestos without asking how the waste will be disposed of, and ask for the consignment note.
What happens
If we find more than expected, or something different, we stop and talk to you, rather than carrying on regardless. While we work, the area stays out of bounds. Late-December sunset in Play Hatch is about 3:55pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Tell us what needs removing and send photos
- If it hasn’t been identified, we sample it first
- We plan the method, controls, waste and any notification, and send a quote
- On the day we set up, keep the material damp and remove it whole where we can
- 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
- Mention any parking restrictions
- Warn neighbours if needed
Ask for a quote
Every job is quoted in writing. Just ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page with the details.
Related guides
Common questions in Play Hatch
Could my house in Play Hatch contain asbestos?
Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Do you cover Play Hatch and the area around Reading station?
Yes, we cover Play Hatch and the area towards Reading station, about 2.2 miles south-west.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Of course. With the seller’s agreement, a pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you commit.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
That depends on the job: a survey report, a laboratory result, or a consignment note for removed waste.
Can you quote from photos?
Often we can quote from clear photos and a description; if not, we’ll arrange to see it.
Do I need my asbestos tested before removal?
Unless it’s already been identified, yes: the way it’s removed depends on the material.
Is a home built after 2000 likely to contain asbestos?
Homes built after 2000 shouldn’t contain asbestos, as it was banned in 1999.
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 usually needed.
What we do and do not cover
Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, so the timing needs planning
- Making good is normally a separate job
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Materials in Play Hatch
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Water tanks
- Bitumen roof felt
- Panels and boards
- Gutters and downpipes
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Soffits (cement)
- Garage and shed roofs
- Artex and textured coatings
- Flue pipes
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site