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Asbestos Removal in South Bermondsey
Found something that might be asbestos in South Bermondsey? We provide removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks, explained in plain English.
- Loft water tanks
- Cement flues and gutters
- Floor tiles before a new floor
Asbestos help in South Bermondsey
Asbestos removal near South Bermondsey
You do not always have to remove asbestos. Material in good condition that will not be disturbed can often be left and managed, and we’ll tell you honestly when that is the case. From Artex ceilings before renovation and floor tiles before a new floor, we cover gutters and downpipes, textured coatings and flue pipes.
In London neighbourhoods like South Bermondsey, garages and outbuildings are often reached through the house or a rear lane, which affects how the waste is carried out. We identify materials before planning removal, because the method depends on what the material is.
- Area
- South Bermondsey (SE16, SE15, SE1)
- County
- Greater London
- What we do
- Removal of cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks
- Afterwards
- Waste paperwork
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Doing it yourself?
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, quite apart from the asbestos, so never climb onto one.
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials, so avoid them completely.
Materials we deal with
Bitumen and felt
Bitumen felts can contain asbestos, which is generally well bound.
Floor tiles
Tiles come up whole where we can, with hand tools, never with power tools.
The scope of asbestos removal
Before booking, note that:
- Some jobs must be notified first, so the timing needs planning
- 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
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise before booking.
Materials in South Bermondsey
- Garage and shed roofs
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Water tanks
- Panels and boards
- Bitumen roof felt
- Soffits (cement)
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flue pipes
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Artex and textured coatings
Removing asbestos around South Bermondsey
South Bermondsey is about 2 miles north-west of New Cross, in Greater London. Wherever your property is in South Bermondsey, tell us the postcode and what you need, and we’ll quote. South Bermondsey is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we work.
Landlords near South Bermondsey station often time removal for when a property is empty. At a school such as Ilderton Primary School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty.
Anywhere in SE16, SE15 and SE1, asbestos removal is available, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your property could be on Tenda Road, Rolls Road and Simms Road, wherever it is in South Bermondsey. South Bermondsey sits on or near the A2208; tell us about parking if you are on a main road. Neighbouring places we cover include Surrey Canal (1 mile east), Surrey Quays (1 mile north-east), Bermondsey (1 mile north-west), Peckham (1 mile south) and Rotherhithe (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also work in City of Westminster (4 miles north-west), Marylebone (4 miles north-west), Kensington (6 miles west), St Pancras (4 miles north-west), Shoreditch (3 miles north) and Walthamstow (7 miles north).
South Bermondsey is in London, inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, where parking and loading can be restricted: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Well-known places in the area include Surrey Quays Shopping Centre (0.8 miles north-east) and Nunhead (1.3 miles south). Open spaces near South Bermondsey include St. James's Park Lake and Tower Hill.
- Local schools include City of London Academy (less than half a mile north-west) and Southwark Free School (less than half a mile south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Kentish Drovers Public House (less than half a mile south)
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Afterwards
Once the material is removed, the area is cleaned, and you get the consignment note showing where the waste went.
Looking after any asbestos that remains:
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Tell us about any previous survey
Don’ts
Deal with asbestos before the builders start.
Ask any contractor how they’ll dispose of the waste.
How we price asbestos removal
Quotes vary because of:
- Disposal costs
- Travel and parking
- What the material is and its state
- How many samples are needed
The cost of asbestos removal depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. We quote each job individually.
What to photograph
The most useful photos are:
- The access route
- An idea of size
- The parking area
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Step by step
As each piece comes out, it’s bagged or wrapped and labelled, then loaded for disposal at a permitted site. When we are done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows. In winter, the light goes in South Bermondsey by about 3:55pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Start with photos, the postcode and any existing reports
- We confirm what the material is and what category of work it falls into
- A written quote follows, covering method, controls and disposal
- We set up, keep the material damp and take it out whole where we can
- We clean the area and send the consignment note
Preparing for the visit
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
- Clear the way to the work area
- Let us know if something’s broken
Ask for a quote
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749, and we will reply with a quote.
Helpful guides
South Bermondsey: your questions answered
Can you work in South Bermondsey with London’s parking rules?
Yes, we work across London. Let us know the parking situation and we’ll plan around it; all of Greater London is inside the ULEZ.
Could my house in South Bermondsey contain asbestos?
That depends on when it was built and altered: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in South Bermondsey may have it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you work in South Bermondsey?
Yes. We cover South Bermondsey and the surrounding area as part of Greater London. Tell us the postcode and what you need.
Is asbestos dangerous?
It can be, if fibres are released and breathed in. The related diseases often take decades to develop, which is why it’s identified before work.
Is asbestos removal licensed?
It depends on the material and the job. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed work; lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed.
Can you help with a flat?
We do. In a block, the shared areas are the responsibility of the managing agent or freeholder, who should hold the asbestos register.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
You can’t tell by eye. Laboratory analysis of a sample gives the answer, especially in buildings from before 2000.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
Never: asbestos waste is hazardous and can’t go in skips, bins or recycling. It must go to a permitted site.
Duty holders and landlords in South Bermondsey
The duty to manage applies to non-domestic premises and common parts, not to single private homes, but contractors still need to know about asbestos before they work.
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before anyone carries out repairs.
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. Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
Why us?
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
Read our prices page and published price ranges.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site