West Sussex · England
Asbestos Removal Services in Shipley, West Sussex
Asbestos removal in Shipley: asbestos removal with waste paperwork, for homes, rented property and workplaces. Done to HSE guidance, with paperwork for your records.
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
- Finds during refurbishment
- Old waste on site
Asbestos help in Shipley
Asbestos removal in Shipley
Asbestos materials are kept wet, taken out whole where we can, and never cut with power tools, so fibre release stays as low as possible. Whether it’s old cold water tanks and finds during refurbishment, we cover water tanks, textured coatings and cement roof sheets and more.
In a village like Shipley, removal often involves barns, stables, outbuildings and farm buildings, where access across fields or yards needs planning. We only recommend work that is needed, and we will say when the right answer is to leave something alone.
- Location
- Shipley (RH13)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Covers
- Removal of cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks
- Paperwork
- Waste paperwork
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Looking after things afterwards
Replacement work is normally separate, so plan it before the removal date.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Share any survey or test results
- Send photos of the material and the access
- Let us know where we can park
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
What to avoid
Asbestos never goes in ordinary bins or skips.
Never pressure-wash, sand or cut asbestos.
The process
As each piece comes out, it’s bagged or wrapped and labelled, ready to go to a permitted site. Nobody else needs to be in the work area, so children and pets should be kept elsewhere. We plan outdoor jobs in Shipley to finish before dark: in late December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, while in June it stays light until about 9:20pm.
- Send us the postcode and photos
- 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
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
Preparing for the visit
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Dig out previous surveys
Getting a price
Not sure what you need? Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we’ll advise.
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What else we do in Shipley
Good to know
Before booking, note that:
- We don’t remove anything until it’s been identified
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is typically separate
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Common materials
- Bitumen roof felt
- Panels and boards
- Gutters and downpipes
- Artex and textured coatings
- Soffits (cement)
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Flue pipes
- Water tanks
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Garage and shed roofs
Your options compared
Sealing or enclosing is sometimes possible, but it remains in place and has to be recorded. Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: proper controls, lab analysis and legal waste disposal cost money.
How we work in Shipley
- No removal until we know what it is
- Covering London and the South East
- Records for your files
- Written quotes that say what’s included
Take a look at how we price jobs and the cost guide.
Materials we deal with
Bitumen and felt
Bitumen felts can contain asbestos, normally tightly bound.
Floor tiles
Black bitumen adhesive may need treating separately.
What we deal with in Shipley
Some asbestos is higher risk than other kinds: lagging and insulating board release fibres much more easily than asbestos cement, so their removal is licensed.
You cannot tell by looking, but these are common reasons people contact us:
- Outbuildings with cement roofs
- Old cold water tanks
- Old flues
- Asbestos garages
Older buildings in Shipley, near The Church of St Mary the Virgin or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so we test before we plan.
What to look for in a quote
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- The scope of the job, in writing
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- What is not included
How we price asbestos removal
We base our quote on:
- Parking and access charges
- Access to the area
- The type of material and its condition
- The size of the job
Our quotes are clear about VAT.
Sending photos
When you send photos, these help most:
- How we’d reach it
- A photo of the whole area
- An idea of size
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Your questions about asbestos removal in Shipley
Do you cover small places like Shipley?
We do: small villages are covered too. Tell us about access and parking.
Do you work near Billingshurst station?
Yes, we cover Shipley and the area towards Billingshurst station, about 4 miles north-west.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Many jobs can be quoted from photos, but larger or unclear jobs may need a visit.
Will I get the price in writing?
Yes, every quote is in writing and says what’s included.
Does weather affect the work?
Indoor work is not affected. Outdoor roof work can be delayed by strong wind or heavy rain.
Is DIY asbestos removal allowed?
HSE advises the public not to try, and higher-risk materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not always. Sound material that will not be touched can often stay, as long as it’s recorded.
Can asbestos be left in place?
It doesn’t always have to come out: material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed. It should be recorded and checked.
Shipley properties and asbestos removal
Shipley is about 6 miles south of Horsham, in West Sussex. In Shipley, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses about all kinds of jobs. Shipley is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we work. Our nearest city page is Crawley, about 12 miles away.
For rentals close to Billingshurst station, removal fits neatly between tenancies. At a school such as Shipley CofE Primary School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty.
Wherever your property is in RH13, we can help with asbestos removal. Whether your property is on Church Close and School Lane or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Nearby, we also cover Whitehall (1 mile south-west), Dragons Green (1 mile north), Broomer's Corner (1 mile south-west), Dial Post (2 miles south) and West Grinstead (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (12 miles north-east), Horsham (6 miles north), Worthing (11 miles south), Haywards Heath (12 miles east), Burgess Hill (11 miles east) and Littlehampton (14 miles south-west).
Within reach you’ll find Knepp Wildland.
Doing it yourself?
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
A professional job comes with paperwork: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site