West Berkshire · England
Asbestos Removal in Shaw
Worried about asbestos in Shaw? We provide safe asbestos removal and legal disposal, explained in plain English.
- Artex ceilings before renovation
- Old flues
- Broken sheets in gardens
Asbestos removal in Shaw
What we do and don’t cover
Before you book, note that:
- Licensed materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must be removed by an HSE-licensed contractor
- Making good is normally a separate job
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
What we deal with
- Flue pipes
- Gutters and downpipes
- Panels and boards
- Artex and textured coatings
- Water tanks
- Bitumen roof felt
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Garage and shed roofs
- Soffits (cement)
- Floor tiles and adhesive
Asbestos removal for Shaw properties
Removal is not always the answer. Material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed, and we will tell you honestly when that’s the case. People often contact us about debris left from a previous job and cement water tanks in lofts, involving cement roof sheets, floor tiles and textured coatings.
Properties in places like Shaw with larger plots can have more than one cement-roofed building. Everything is explained in plain English, including when leaving a material alone is the sensible choice.
- Area
- Shaw (RG14, RG18)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Covers
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- You receive
- Waste consignment note
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Common reasons for removal jobs in Shaw
Until 1999, asbestos went into many building products, so pre-2000 buildings across West Berkshire may contain it.
People usually contact us about one of these:
- Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles
- Cement water tanks in lofts
- Old waste on site
- Old flues
Landlords near Newbury Racecourse station often time removal for when a property is empty.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether VAT is included
- Any exclusions
- What category of work it is
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
How we price asbestos removal
The biggest factors in the price are:
- How much waste there is
- The type of material and its condition
- How easy it is to reach
- Location, parking and any London charges
Identifying asbestos early is cheaper than stopping work later, when everything has to stop.
Helping us quote
What to photograph:
- Cracks or breaks
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- An idea of size
- An overall view
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form, and we will advise.
What happens next
Any asbestos left elsewhere should stay on record, for anyone working there later.
A few practical points:
- Photos of the material and the route in help
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
What to avoid
Do not start building work before asbestos the work will disturb has been dealt with.
Asbestos never goes in ordinary bins or skips.
For landlords, agents and businesses
If you run a business from older premises in Shaw, you’re likely to need an asbestos register and a management plan, and you must tell contractors what’s there.
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before repairs are arranged.
What happens
If we find more than expected, or something different, we stop and talk to you, rather than carrying on regardless. We will tell you when we have finished and what you will receive afterwards. We plan outdoor jobs in Shaw to finish before dark: that means by about 4:00pm in December, or about 9:25pm in June.
- Describe the material and send pictures
- We test the material if needed
- We plan the method, controls, waste and any notification, and send a quote
- We remove the material with controls to keep fibres down
- We clean up, dispose of the waste legally and send the consignment note
How to prepare
- Clear the way to the work area
- Do not disturb the material before we get there
- Tell us about parking and access
How to get a quote
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. To start, call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
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Your questions about asbestos removal in Shaw
Do you work near Newbury Racecourse station?
Yes, we cover Shaw and the area towards Newbury Racecourse station, about 0.8 miles south-east.
Do you cover Shaw from London?
We cover Shaw, about 53 miles from central London.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
Stop work in that area and keep people out, then have the material identified before anything else happens.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Of course. A pre-purchase survey, arranged with the seller’s permission, shows what asbestos is there before you exchange.
What does licensed work mean?
It covers the higher-risk materials: lagging, sprayed coatings and most asbestos insulating board. Only a contractor holding an HSE licence can do it.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Avoid sweeping, vacuuming or dusting, then contact a professional; your GP can advise if you’re worried about your health.
Is DIY asbestos removal allowed?
HSE advises against removing asbestos yourself. Higher-risk materials need a licensed contractor.
Will I get the price in writing?
Every time: you get the scope and price in writing, and whether VAT is included.
Should you do it yourself?
If you do find something during DIY, stop: keep people away, don’t sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
With a professional job, you get a record: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
Nearby places to Shaw
Choosing the right option
What kind of work is it? It depends on what the material is and what’s being done. See our guide to the three categories. What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. Every quote is individual.
Why people choose us
- No removal until we know what it is
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Accredited laboratory results
Take a look at our prices page and our cost guide.
Removal jobs in Shaw
Shaw is about 1 mile north-east of Newbury, in West Berkshire. For removal jobs in Shaw, tell us about parking and access. Shaw is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire we cover. You can also see our page for Reading, about 15 miles away.
At a school such as St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty. Older buildings in Shaw, near Parish Church of St Mary or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so we test before we plan.
Anywhere in RG14 and RG18, asbestos removal is available, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your property is on Park Lane, Shaw Road and Kiln Road or anywhere nearby, we can help. Shaw sits on or near the A4, so mention parking if the property is on one. Neighbouring places we cover include Speenhamland (1 mile west), Donnington (1 mile north-west), Speen (1 mile west), Bagnor (2 miles west) and Stockcross (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also work in Burghfield Common (11 miles east), Hungerford (9 miles west), Spencers Wood (15 miles east), Calcot (12 miles east), Lambourn (12 miles north-west) and Burghfield Hill (11 miles east). Shaw is among the bigger towns we cover in West Berkshire, with homes, rented property and workplaces of every age.
A little further out are Donnington Castle (1.3 miles north-west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (1 mile east). Open spaces near Shaw include Audrey's Meadow.
- Local schools include Trinity School (within half a mile north-west) and Trinity School (within half a mile north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Cock Inn (within half a mile north-west)
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site