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Asbestos Removal for Shirley Oaks
Buildings in Shirley Oaks built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We offer removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks.
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
- Old flues
- Old waste on site
Asbestos help in Shirley Oaks
What happens next
After removal, the work area is cleaned, and you receive the waste paperwork.
A few practical points:
- Clear the area around the work, without disturbing the asbestos
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Send photos of the material and the access
- Tell us about any previous survey
Don’ts
Ask any contractor how they’ll dispose of the waste.
Ask any contractor how they’ll dispose of the waste, and ask for the consignment note.
How asbestos removal works in Shirley Oaks
In homes, in Shirley Oaks as elsewhere, the usual materials are cement products, textured coatings and floor tiles. Work on these is usually non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed under HSE guidance, which still means proper controls. People often contact us about old cold water tanks and broken sheets in gardens, involving gutters and downpipes, textured coatings and floor tiles.
In Shirley Oaks, removal often involves flats, small gardens and limited access, so we plan parking, access and the route for the waste. Every quote is in writing and spells out what’s covered, so you know where you stand.
- Area
- Shirley Oaks (CR0, SE25, CR9)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- What we do
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- You receive
- Waste paperwork
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Towns and villages near Shirley Oaks
What else we do in Shirley Oaks
Choosing the right option
Removing asbestos before building work avoids stopping the job halfway, when everything has to wait for it to be dealt with. What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. We quote each job individually.
Why people choose us
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Records for your files
- Clear advice on your options
Take a look at how we quote or our cost guide.
Common reasons for removal jobs in Shirley Oaks
Some owners remove visible asbestos before a sale or letting, although sound material can often stay.
Asbestos can be in a lot of places in buildings from before 2000. Typical situations are:
- Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles
- Outbuildings with cement roofs
- Old waste on site
- Garage roof sheets
On busy roads like the A232, loading the waste needs planning, so mention it, as main roads can be restricted.
What to look for in a quote
- The method and controls
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- Whether the job needs notifying
Shirley Oaks: your questions answered
Can you work in Shirley Oaks 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 work near Elmers End station?
Yes, we cover Shirley Oaks and the area towards Elmers End station, about 1.2 miles north.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, with the seller’s permission.
Is asbestos removal licensed?
Sometimes: licensed work covers lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board; cement and textured coatings normally are not licensed.
Does all asbestos have to be removed?
Often it can stay: if it’s in good condition and out of the way, it can stay. Record it and keep an eye on it.
Can I stay at home during removal?
It depends on the job: outdoor jobs don’t normally affect you. Indoors, the work area is sealed and out of use while we work.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
Depending on the job, a report, results or a consignment note.
Do I need a test or a survey?
A test checks specific materials; a survey checks a whole building or work area. Before building work, you normally need a survey.
What we do and don’t cover
We’re upfront about what’s included:
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
- We don’t remove anything until it’s been identified
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is typically separate
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
What we deal with
- Soffits (cement)
- Artex and textured coatings
- Bitumen roof felt
- Flue pipes
- Garage and shed roofs
- Water tanks
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Gutters and downpipes
- Panels and boards
- Asbestos cement sheets
What it might be made of
Textured coatings
Taking the boards down can be an alternative.
Insulating board and lagging
Insulating board, lagging and sprayed coatings are licensed work in most cases.
Can I do it myself?
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
With a professional job, you get a record: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
What affects the price in Shirley Oaks
Our quotes take into account:
- The type of material and its condition
- Licensed or non-licensed
- Location, parking and any London charges
- How easy it is to reach
Our quotes are clear about VAT.
What to photograph
Helpful photos:
- Where we could park
- How we’d reach it
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- An overall view
Every job is quoted in writing. Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form with the details.
Removing asbestos around Shirley Oaks
Shirley Oaks is about 2 miles north-east of Croydon, in Greater London. For removal jobs in Shirley Oaks, tell us about parking and access when you get in touch. Shirley Oaks is one of 764 places in Greater London where we work. Our area stretches from Shirley Oaks to London (about 8 miles away).
For non-domestic buildings like Oasis Academy Shirley Park, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. Older buildings in Shirley Oaks, near Shirley Methodist Church or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so materials are identified first.
Removal jobs anywhere in CR0, SE25 and CR9 start with the postcode and some photos. Whether your property is on Poppy Lane, Baring Road and Craven Road or a nearby road, the process is the same. You will find Shirley Oaks on the A232, which makes it simple to get to. For properties just outside Shirley Oaks, we cover Shirley (1 mile east), Monks Orchard (1 mile east), Addiscombe (1 mile west), Ashburton (1 mile north-west) and Woodside (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include London (8 miles north), City of Westminster (10 miles north-west), Marylebone (10 miles north), Kensington (10 miles north-west), St Pancras (10 miles north) and Shoreditch (10 miles north).
As a London location, Shirley Oaks is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: tell us about parking, permits and access when you ask for a quote.
Well-known places in the area include National Psychosis Unit (1.1 miles east) and St George's Walk (1.9 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Bramley Bank and Duppas Hill.
- Nearby schools include St. John's Church of England Primary School (0.7 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Cricketers pub (under half a mile west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Addiscombe (1 mile west)
How we work
Unexpected materials mean we pause and discuss, before changing the plan. We arrive at the agreed time, check the area and explain what we will do before we start. Outdoor removal in Shirley Oaks is planned to finish in daylight: that means by about 3:55pm in December, or about 9:20pm in June.
- Start with photos, the postcode and any existing reports
- We confirm what the material is and what category of work it falls into
- We quote in writing, including the waste
- We set up, keep the material damp and take it out whole where we can
- We clean the area and send the consignment note
Getting ready
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
Getting a price
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Related 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
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note