Hampshire · England
Asbestos Removal for Rake
Buildings in Rake built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Our asbestos removal service covers asbestos removal with waste paperwork.
- Outbuildings with cement roofs
- Old waste on site
- Materials found mid-project
Asbestos removal for Rake
Typical removal jobs in Rake
Sometimes damage forces the issue.
These are some of the things we deal with in Rake:
- Artex before plastering
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
- Cement flues and gutters
- Asbestos found during building work
Landlords near Liss station often time removal for when a property is empty.
Before you book anyone
- Suitable insurance for the work
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- The method and controls
- Any exclusions
Asbestos removal in Rake
Much of the asbestos found in homes is asbestos cement, textured coating or floor tiles. HSE treats work on these as non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed in most cases, but it still needs the right controls. People often contact us about old waste on site and old floor tiles and black adhesive, including gutters and downpipes, flue pipes and water tanks.
In a village like Rake, removal often involves barns, stables, outbuildings and farm buildings, where access across fields or yards needs planning. Paperwork is part of every job, which is useful when you sell, let or build.
- Location
- Rake (GU33)
- County
- Hampshire
- What we do
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Afterwards
- Waste paperwork
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
The process
Waste is double-bagged or wrapped in heavy polythene and labelled as we go, then loaded for disposal at a permitted site. We wear suitable protective equipment for the job, and keeps dust to a minimum. In winter, the light goes in Rake by about 4:00pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Describe the material and send pictures
- We test it if needed and plan the job
- You get a written quote, including waste disposal
- The material is removed safely
- We clean up and send you the waste paperwork
How to prepare
- Tell us about parking and access
- Clear the way to the work area
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need? Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we’ll recommend the right option.
Helpful guides
What it costs
Prices vary with:
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- Disposal costs
- Location, parking and any London charges
- The category of work
We don’t publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
What to photograph
Photo tips:
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- An idea of size
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- A clear close-up
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: send them through our contact page.
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Good to know
Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:
- Some jobs must be notified first, so the timing needs planning
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is generally separate
- We do not remove anything until it’s been identified
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Materials in Rake
- Panels and boards
- Soffits (cement)
- Flue pipes
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Gutters and downpipes
- Bitumen roof felt
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Garage and shed roofs
- Artex and textured coatings
- Water tanks
Your questions about asbestos removal in Rake
Do you work near Liss station?
Yes. Liss station is about 1.6 miles west of Rake, and we cover both.
Do you cover Rake from London?
Rake is about 45 miles from central London, well within our area.
Is asbestos dangerous?
It can be, if fibres are released and breathed in. The related diseases often take decades to develop, which is why it’s identified before work.
What happens to the waste?
It’s sealed, labelled and taken to a permitted site by a registered waste carrier, with a consignment note as your record.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
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 get a quote?
Start with the postcode and a description of the material. To do that, use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Do you work in flats?
Yes. For the shared areas of a block, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
Do I need my asbestos tested before removal?
Yes, unless it’s already been tested. The removal method depends on the material.
What it might be made of
Bitumen and felt
We remove them without cutting with power tools.
Asbestos cement
Cement products make up most removal jobs: roofs, gutters, flues and tanks. It’s kept damp and removed whole where possible.
DIY and asbestos
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials, so avoid them completely.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Your options compared
DIY removal might look cheaper, but HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to remove asbestos yourself, and disposal still has to be done properly. When comparing quotes, check what’s included: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
What you get
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Accredited laboratory results
- Across London and the South East
- Work done to the regulations
Take a look at how we price jobs or the cost guide.
Rake properties and asbestos removal
Rake is about 4 miles north-east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. Rake has a mix of older and newer buildings, and anything from before 2000 may contain asbestos. Rake is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we work. We work right across the region, from Rake to Guildford (19 miles away).
In older buildings across Rake, asbestos may be in later additions, so we identify materials before planning removal. For non-domestic buildings like Rake CofE Primary School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. Parts of the South Downs National Park are within about 5 miles of Rake. Rural removal jobs nearby often mean planning access across yards and fields.
We handle removal jobs in every part of the GU33 postcode area. Whether your property is on London Road, Brewells Lane and St Patrick's Lane or a nearby road, the process is the same. Nearby, we also cover The Mint (1 mile north-west), Hill Brow (1 mile south-west), Liss (1 mile west), Liss Forest (1 mile north-west) and West Liss (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Havant (14 miles south-west), Horndean (12 miles south-west), Aldershot (15 miles north), Alton (9 miles north-west), Waterlooville (14 miles south-west) and Petersfield (4 miles south-west).
A little further out are Chase Community Hospital (4.2 miles north). Within reach you will find Liss Riverside Railway Walk North and Wheeler's Down.
- Local pubs include The Sun Inn (less than half a mile south)
Responsibilities for owners
Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before repairs are arranged.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note