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Asbestos Removal in Runfold
Asbestos removal in Runfold, from older homes to workplaces. You get a written quote before anything starts.
- Outbuildings with cement roofs
- Garage roof sheets
- Old waste on site
Need asbestos removal in Runfold?
How asbestos removal works in Runfold
Asbestos removal in Runfold covers homes, rental property and workplaces: 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. Whether it’s old cold water tanks and vinyl and thermoplastic tiles, we deal with cement roof sheets, textured coatings and water tanks.
Rural removal near Runfold can mean longer distances to carry waste, so the route is planned in advance. If you are unsure what you need, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal, whichever fits.
- Where
- Runfold (GU10, GU9)
- Region
- Surrey
- What we do
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- Afterwards
- Waste consignment note
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Where asbestos turns up
Refurbishment and demolition are the most common reasons for removal: whatever the work will touch should come out first.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Cement flues and gutters
- Artex ceilings before renovation
- Asbestos garages
- Broken sheets in gardens
Older buildings in Runfold, near The Church of the Good Shepherd or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so materials are identified first.
Comparing quotes
- The documents you will receive
- Suitable insurance for the work
- VAT, clearly stated
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
Asbestos removal in Runfold: local notes
Runfold is about 2 miles east of Farnham, in Surrey. Properties in Runfold range from older houses to newer estates and commercial buildings, and anything built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Runfold is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. Our area stretches from Runfold to Guildford (about 8 miles away).
At a school such as South Farnham School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty. Landlords near Farnham station often time removal for when a property is empty. Runfold is within about 7 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape; removing asbestos from rural buildings there follows the same rules, with access across yards and fields to plan.
Wherever your property is in GU10 and GU9, we can help with asbestos removal, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can help with removal jobs on streets such as Greenacres, Crooksbury Road and Compton Way. If your property is just outside Runfold, we also cover Compton (1 mile west), The Sands (1 mile east), Sandy Cross (1 mile north-east), Badshot Lea (1 mile north) and Seale (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also work in Guildford (8 miles east), Woking (11 miles north-east), Camberley (9 miles north), Frimley (7 miles north), Haslemere (9 miles south) and Cranleigh (13 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Farnham Castle (2.2 miles west) and Museum of Farnham (2.2 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Culverswell Hill and Aunt's Pool.
- Other local spots include Seale and Tongham (1.4 miles north-east)
Should you do it yourself?
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
The scope of asbestos removal
So you know what to expect:
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is typically separate
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, so the timing needs planning
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Common materials
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Water tanks
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Bitumen roof felt
- Artex and textured coatings
- Garage and shed roofs
- Flue pipes
- Gutters and downpipes
- Panels and boards
- Soffits (cement)
What it might be made of
Asbestos cement
Asbestos cement is the most common material we remove: roofs, gutters, flues and tanks. We wet it and take it down in whole pieces where we can.
Bitumen and felt
They’re removed by hand.
For businesses and landlords in Runfold
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.
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
Step by step
Unexpected materials mean we pause and discuss, before changing the plan. Before we leave, we explain what we did and what comes next. In winter, the light goes in Runfold by 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
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
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FAQs for Runfold
Do you cover small places like Runfold?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
Do you work near Farnham station?
Yes. Farnham station is about 1.7 miles west of Runfold, and we cover both.
How much does asbestos removal cost in Runfold?
Material, amount, condition, access and waste all affect the price. Every job gets a written 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.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
Keep people away from damaged material and don’t clean it up yourself. Then contact us for advice.
Can you quote from photos?
Clear photos and measurements are often enough; if not, we’ll arrange to see it.
What if asbestos is found during building work?
The builder should stop and close off the area. We can test the material and, if needed, plan its removal.
Where does the asbestos go?
It’s double-bagged or wrapped, labelled and taken to a permitted site by a registered waste carrier, and you get the consignment note.
Also near Runfold
Weighing up your options
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. How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so tell us about access.
How we work in Runfold
- Reports and results you can share
- Covering London and the South East
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- Houses, flats and business premises
Read how we quote and published price ranges.
What it costs
Quotes vary because of:
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- Location, parking and any London charges
- How much waste there is
- The survey scope
Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
What to photograph
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- Visible markings
- An idea of size
- A close-up from a safe distance
- Damaged areas
Not sure what you need? Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form and describe the problem, and we’ll recommend the right option.
- 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