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Asbestos Removal in Shiplake Cross
Asbestos removal for properties in Shiplake Cross and Oxfordshire: asbestos removal with waste paperwork, with written paperwork.
- Old waste on site
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
- Garage roof sheets
Asbestos removal for Shiplake Cross
After the job
Unexpected finds are discussed with you before we carry on, as the method may need to change.
Some practical advice:
- Keep the waste paperwork safe afterwards
- Move belongings away, but leave the asbestos alone
- Tell us about parking and access
- Let neighbours know if work is near them
Avoid these
Asbestos never goes in ordinary bins or skips.
Do not start building work before asbestos the work will disturb has been dealt with.
About our asbestos removal in Shiplake Cross
Found asbestos during building work in Shiplake Cross? Stop work in that area and keep people away. We will identify it and plan what happens next. We often deal with gutters and downpipes, textured coatings and cement roof sheets, and people normally contact us about flue pipes, gutters and downpipes and Artex ceilings before renovation.
Rural removal near Shiplake Cross can mean longer distances to carry waste, so the route is planned in advance. We identify materials before planning removal, as the right approach depends on the material.
- Area
- Shiplake Cross (RG9)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Service
- Removal of cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks
- You receive
- Waste consignment note
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Choosing the right option
Be wary of a price that seems too low: proper controls, protective equipment, a registered waste carrier and disposal cost money. Ask to see the waste paperwork. Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
How we work in Shiplake Cross
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Houses, flats and business premises
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
See our prices page and published price ranges.
Removal jobs in Shiplake Cross
Shiplake Cross is about 3 miles north-east of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. Shiplake Cross has a mix of older and newer buildings, and anything from before 2000 may contain asbestos. Shiplake Cross is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover.
For non-domestic buildings like Shiplake Church of England School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. For rentals close to Shiplake station, removal fits neatly between tenancies.
Removal jobs anywhere in RG9 start with the postcode and some photos. Local streets include Memorial Avenue, Plowden Way and Orchard Close; we cover every one. Neighbouring places we cover include Binfield Heath (1 mile west), Harpsden (1 mile north), Harpsden Bottom (2 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (2 miles north) and Sonning Common (4 miles west). We also cover nearby towns such as Benson (12 miles north-west), Chinnor (14 miles north), Tilehurst (6 miles south-west), Wallingford (12 miles north-west), Little Heath (7 miles south-west) and Oakley (14 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Royal Berkshire Hospital (4.3 miles south-west) and Frazer Nash Archives (2 miles north). Within reach you will find Sonning Hill and South Lake.
- Nearby schools include Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School (1.5 miles south-east) and The Piggott School (1.5 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Plough pub (less than half a mile south-east)
Duty holders and landlords in Shiplake Cross
If your business premises in Shiplake Cross were built before 2000, you are likely to need an asbestos register and a management plan, and you must tell contractors what’s there.
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.
Why people call us in Shiplake Cross
Damage from DIY, storms or accidents can make removal necessary, especially if broken material is lying around.
Get advice if you’re dealing with any of these:
- Garage roof sheets
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
- Old waste on site
- Artex ceilings before renovation
In older buildings across Shiplake Cross, asbestos may be in later additions, so materials are identified first.
What your quote should include
- Whether VAT is included
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- Which areas and materials are covered
- Which laboratory analyses samples
Doing it yourself?
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, as well as an asbestos risk, so stay off it.
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
A closer look at the materials
Floor tiles
The adhesive underneath sometimes needs its own approach.
Asbestos cement
Asbestos cement is the most common material we remove: roof sheets, gutters, downpipes, flues, soffits and water tanks. We wet it and take it down in whole pieces where we can.
Nearby places to Shiplake Cross
What else we do in Shiplake Cross
Questions from Shiplake Cross
Do older homes in Shiplake Cross have asbestos?
Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Do you cover Shiplake Cross from London?
We cover Shiplake Cross, about 35 miles from central London.
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.
Do I need my asbestos tested before removal?
Yes, if it hasn’t been tested: the way it’s removed depends on the material.
What if the weather’s bad?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor roof work can be delayed by strong wind or heavy rain.
What if asbestos is found during building work?
The builder should stop and close off the area. We will identify it and advise on removal.
Can you help with a shop or office?
Yes: shops, offices, industrial units and community buildings as well as homes. Non-domestic premises have a duty holder who should hold an asbestos register.
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.
Good to know
A few things to be aware of:
- Making good is normally a separate job
- We don’t remove anything until it’s been identified
- Some jobs must be notified first, so the timing needs planning
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal before you book.
Common materials
- Water tanks
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Flue pipes
- Gutters and downpipes
- Artex and textured coatings
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Panels and boards
- Bitumen roof felt
- Soffits (cement)
- Garage and shed roofs
What happens
Once removal is finished, we clean and check the area. We keep the work area clear of other people while we work, so please keep children and pets away. Late-December sunset in Shiplake Cross is about 3:55pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Get in touch with the details of the job
- We check whether it’s licensed, notifiable or non-licensed work
- We book the work and notify if required
- We set up the work area and remove the material
- We dispose of the waste legally and send the paperwork
Getting ready
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
- Tell us about parking and access
- Find any old asbestos reports
Get a quote
You will get a written quote. Just ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page with the details.
Helpful 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
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site