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Asbestos Removal in Romford
Worried about asbestos in Romford? We provide removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks, explained in plain English.
- Old cold water tanks
- Asbestos found during building work
- Old waste on site
Asbestos removal near Romford
About our asbestos removal in Romford
Every removal job in Romford is planned first: we work out the method, the controls, the waste and whether the work must be notified. People often contact us about flue pipes, gutters and downpipes and sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos, including cement roof sheets, water tanks and floor tiles.
In places like Romford, outbuildings are often only reachable through a house or lane, so we plan how to get the waste out. Nothing is added to the job that you do not need.
- Location
- Romford (RM1, RM7, RM11, RM2)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Service
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Paperwork
- Waste consignment note
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
A closer look at the materials
Insulating board and lagging
Insulating board, lagging and sprayed coatings are licensed work in most cases.
Water tanks and flues
Tanks and flues are disconnected first, then removed with minimal breakage.
Options to consider in Romford
HSE advises the public not to remove asbestos themselves, and disposal still has to be done properly. How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so tell us about access.
Why people choose us
- Across London and the South East
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Work done to the regulations
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
Take a look at how we quote or published price ranges.
Romford properties and asbestos removal
Romford is in Greater London. Romford has a mix of older and newer buildings, and anything built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We work in all 764 towns and villages across Greater London. Our nearest city page is London, about 13 miles away.
At a school such as Concordia Academy, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty. Landlords near Romford station often time removal for when a property is empty.
Removal jobs anywhere in RM1, RM7, RM11 and RM2 start with the postcode and some photos. Streets in the area include High Street, Market Place and Market Link, and asbestos removal is available on all of them. Being close to the A1251, Romford is simple for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover include Rush Green (1 mile south-west), Collier Row (1 mile north), Rise Park (1 mile north), Becontree Heath (1 mile south-west) and Chadwell Heath (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include London (13 miles south-west), City of Westminster (15 miles west), Marylebone (15 miles west), St Pancras (13 miles west), Shoreditch (12 miles west) and Walthamstow (9 miles west).
Romford 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.
Well-known places in the area include Dagenham (1.5 miles south-west) and The Brewery (less than half a mile south-west). Green spaces nearby include The Chase Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Romford include Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls (0.8 miles east) and St. Edward's Church of England School (1.2 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Moon & Stars pub (within half a mile east)
Places near Romford
DIY and asbestos
A professional job comes with paperwork: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
What affects the price in Romford
The biggest factors in the price are:
- How easy it is to reach
- Travel and parking
- The quantity or area
- How many samples are needed
What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. Every quote is individual.
Photos that help
Photo tips:
- Street parking nearby
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- The access route
- A rough size or measurement
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
FAQs for Romford
Do you work near Romford station?
Yes. Romford station is close to the centre of Romford, and we cover the whole area.
Can you work in Romford with London’s parking rules?
We do. Tell us about parking, permits and access so we can plan; all of Greater London is inside the ULEZ.
Do you give written quotes?
Always: you get the scope and price in writing, and whether VAT is included.
What does licensed work mean?
It covers the higher-risk materials: lagging, sprayed coatings and most asbestos insulating board. It needs a contractor with an HSE licence.
Is a home built after 2000 likely to contain asbestos?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so a home built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it.
What if asbestos is found during building work?
Work there should pause and the area be kept clear. We will identify it and advise on removal.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
Never: it’s hazardous waste. When we remove it, it’s taken to a permitted site with a consignment note.
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.
Where asbestos turns up
Damage from DIY, storms or accidents can make removal necessary.
You can’t tell by looking, but these are common reasons people contact us:
- Asbestos found during building work
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
- Artex ceilings before renovation
- Garage roofs and whole garages
Older buildings in Romford, near Parish Church of St Edward the Confessor or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so materials are identified first.
Comparing quotes
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
Afterwards
If other asbestos remains in the building, it should still be recorded and managed, for anyone working there later.
After we’ve finished:
- Clear the area around the work, without disturbing the asbestos
- Share any survey or test results
- Book the replacement before removal
- Photos of the material and the route in help
What to avoid
Never sweep or vacuum asbestos debris.
Ask any contractor how they’ll dispose of the waste.
The scope of asbestos removal
So you know what to expect:
- Some jobs must be notified first, which affects the start date
- Licensed materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must be removed by an HSE-licensed contractor
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
What we deal with
- Artex and textured coatings
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Water tanks
- Flue pipes
- Panels and boards
- Soffits (cement)
- Bitumen roof felt
- Gutters and downpipes
- Garage and shed roofs
- Asbestos cement sheets
How it works
Unexpected materials mean we pause and discuss, before changing the plan. While we work, the area stays out of bounds. Late-December sunset in Romford is about 3:50pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Get in touch with the details of the job
- We work out what category the work falls into
- We agree a date and any notification needed
- On the day we set up, remove and bag the material
- We dispose of the waste legally and send the paperwork
Preparing for the visit
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Tell us about anything that’s already damaged
How to get a quote
Photos from a safe distance help: send them through our contact page.
Helpful guides
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note