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Asbestos Removal in Poplar
Asbestos removal across Poplar and nearby, for homeowners, landlords and businesses. Planned to HSE guidance, with written results and paperwork.
- Materials found mid-project
- Old flues
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
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Poplar: your questions answered
Do you work in Poplar despite London parking restrictions?
We do. Tell us about parking, permits and access so we can plan.
Do you work near Canary Wharf station?
Yes. Canary Wharf station is close to the centre of Poplar, and we cover the whole area.
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.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
Work there should pause and the area be kept clear. We can test the material and, if needed, plan its removal.
Will I get the price in writing?
Yes, every quote is in writing and says what’s included.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes, a pre-purchase survey can help, with the seller’s permission.
Can I remove asbestos myself?
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials must only be removed by an HSE-licensed contractor.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
No: skips and household bins can’t take asbestos. It must go to a permitted site.
Asbestos removal for Poplar properties
We remove asbestos from homes, rented property and commercial buildings across Poplar: cement sheets and roofs, flues, tanks, gutters, textured coatings and floor tiles. Each job follows HSE guidance, and the waste goes to a permitted site. Common materials are cement soffits, floor tiles and flue pipes, and typical jobs are floor tiles before a new floor and old waste on site.
In Poplar, removal often involves flats, small gardens and limited access, so access and parking are planned carefully. Nothing is added to the job that you do not need.
- Where
- Poplar (E14, SE16, E22)
- County
- Greater London
- Service
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- You receive
- Waste consignment note
- Quotes
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
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What’s included, and what isn’t
It’s worth knowing what asbestos removal does and does not cover:
- We do not remove anything until it’s been identified
- Some jobs must be notified first, so the timing needs planning
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Materials in Poplar
- Bitumen roof felt
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Soffits (cement)
- Water tanks
- Garage and shed roofs
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Artex and textured coatings
- Panels and boards
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flue pipes
What it costs
The price of asbestos removal depends mainly on:
- Travel and parking
- How many samples are needed
- Access to the area
- Material and condition
Our quotes are clear about VAT.
What to photograph
Photo tips:
- A close-up from a safe distance
- An overall view
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- Street parking nearby
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Then fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Doing it yourself?
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, quite apart from the asbestos, so stay off it.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: leave the area, don’t clean it up, and ask for advice.
Poplar properties and asbestos removal
Poplar is about 2 miles south-west of Plaistow, in Greater London. We work across Poplar and the surrounding area, on everything from houses and flats to workplaces and garages. Poplar is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover.
For non-domestic buildings like Tower Hamlets College, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. On busy roads like the A102 and A1261, loading the waste needs planning, so mention it.
Anywhere in E14, SE16 and E22, asbestos removal is available. From Market Way, Castor Lane and Dockyard Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Poplar sits on or near the A102 and A1261; tell us about parking if you are on a main road. Nearby, we also cover London Docklands (1 mile south), Canary Wharf (1 mile south-west), Heron Quays (1 mile south-west), Coldharbour (1 mile south-east) and Blackwall (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also work in London (3 miles west), City of Westminster (6 miles west), Marylebone (6 miles west), Kensington (8 miles west), St Pancras (5 miles west) and Shoreditch (3 miles north-west).
Poplar is in London, inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, where parking and loading can be restricted: tell us about parking, permits and access when you ask for a quote.
Nearby you will also find Poplar Hospital (0.6 miles north-east) and Surrey Quays Shopping Centre (1.5 miles south-west). Open spaces near Poplar include Lavender Pond and St. James's Park Lake.
- Schools near Poplar include Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School (less than half a mile north) and Langdon Park Secondary School (0.6 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include The Ledger Building pub (less than half a mile west)
- Other local spots include Holy Trinity (1.8 miles north-west)
Where asbestos turns up
Some owners remove visible asbestos before a sale or letting, though in good condition it doesn’t always need to go.
These come up again and again:
- Old floor tiles and black adhesive
- Broken sheets in gardens
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
- Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
Landlords near Canary Wharf station often time removal for when a property is empty.
Comparing quotes
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
- Whether VAT is included
- The scope of the job, in writing
Which option is right?
Sealing or enclosing is sometimes possible, but the asbestos is still there and needs recording for future work. Doing several things in one visit can help, such as testing several materials at once.
Why us?
- Clear written quotes
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Covering London and the South East
See how we quote or the cost guide.
Duty holders and landlords in Poplar
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should know what the roofs are made of, before anyone carries out repairs.
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.
After we’ve finished in Poplar
If other asbestos remains in the building, it should still be recorded and managed, so future trades know about it.
Some practical advice:
- Keep the waste paperwork safe afterwards
- Clear the area around the work, without disturbing the asbestos
- Send photos of the material and the access
- Share any survey or test results
Avoid these
Don’t sweep, vacuum or brush up broken asbestos debris; keep people away and ask for advice.
Do not jet-wash, sand, drill or cut asbestos materials.
How we work
We start by setting up and segregating the work area, then keep the material damp throughout. We arrive at the agreed time, check the area and explain what we’ll do before we start. Late-December sunset in Poplar is about 3:55pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Describe the material and send pictures
- We test it if needed and plan the job
- We send a quote covering the work and the waste
- The material is removed safely
- The area is cleaned and you get the consignment note
Getting ready
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Move things out of the way carefully
Ask for a quote
Each job is priced individually. Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page to get started.
Related guides
- 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
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site