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Asbestos Removal Services in South Hampstead, Greater London
Found something that might be asbestos in South Hampstead? We provide removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks, explained in plain English.
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- Asbestos found during building work
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Asbestos removal in South Hampstead
Asbestos removal for South Hampstead properties
Much of the asbestos found in homes is asbestos cement, textured coating or floor tiles. HSE treats work on these as non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed in most cases, but it still needs the right controls. People often contact us about flue pipes, gutters and downpipes and materials found mid-project, involving cement roof sheets, textured coatings and gutters and downpipes.
In London neighbourhoods like South Hampstead, garages and outbuildings are often reached through the house or a rear lane, so we plan how to get the waste out. Not sure what you need? Just ask: we will tell you honestly whether it’s a test, a survey or removal.
- Where
- South Hampstead (NW3, NW8, NW6)
- County
- Greater London
- What we do
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- Afterwards
- Waste consignment note
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Duty holders and landlords in South Hampstead
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.
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, while the property is empty.
What happens next
If the job is licensed, it ends with a four-stage clearance by a UKAS-accredited analyst and a certificate of reoccupation.
Keeping things safe:
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
- Keep the waste paperwork safe afterwards
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
Don’ts
Deal with asbestos before the builders start.
Never pressure-wash, sand or cut asbestos.
South Hampstead questions
Do you work near South Hampstead station?
Yes, we cover South Hampstead, including the streets around South Hampstead station.
Can you work in South Hampstead with London’s parking rules?
We do. Let us know the parking situation and we will plan around it; all of Greater London is inside the ULEZ.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
Keep people away from damaged material and don’t clean it up yourself. Then contact us for advice.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
Licensed work is work on the materials most likely to release fibres: pipe lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board. Only a contractor holding an HSE licence can do it.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Don’t try to clean up the debris yourself, then contact a professional; your GP can advise if you are worried about your health.
Do I need to be at home?
We need access to every area in the job.
Do you work in flats?
We do. In a block, the shared areas are the responsibility of the managing agent or freeholder, who should hold the asbestos register.
Do you test before removing asbestos in South Hampstead?
Yes, unless it’s already been tested. The removal method depends on the material.
Weighing up your options
Very cheap quotes can be a warning sign: controls, equipment and legal disposal all cost money. Ask to see the waste paperwork. Identifying asbestos early is cheaper than stopping work later, when the whole project can be held up.
How we work in South Hampstead
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Clear advice on your options
- Covering London and the South East
- Domestic and commercial work
See how we quote or the cost guide.
Removal jobs in South Hampstead
South Hampstead is about 1 mile south of Hampstead, in Greater London. If your removal job is in South Hampstead, let us know about access. We cover 764 places across Greater London.
For non-domestic buildings like The UCL Academy, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. Older buildings in South Hampstead, near Church of All Souls or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so materials are identified first.
Wherever your property is in NW3, NW8 and NW6, asbestos removal is available. From Avenue Road, Acacia Road and Harben Road or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Nearby, we also cover Swiss Cottage (1 mile north), St John's Wood (1 mile south), Haverstock (1 mile east), Belsize Park (1 mile east) and Primrose Hill (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include London (4 miles south-east), Kensington (3 miles south-west), St Pancras (3 miles south-east), Shoreditch (4 miles east), Walthamstow (7 miles north-east) and Hoxton (4 miles east).
South Hampstead 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.
Other landmarks nearby include Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth (0.7 miles south) and Metropolitan Borough of Hampstead (0.7 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Adelaide Nature Reserve and The Long Water.
- Schools near South Hampstead include Holy Trinity CofE Primary School (under half a mile north-west) and St. Mary's Town and Country School (under half a mile north-east)
- Nearby, you will find Cafe Med pub (within half a mile south-west)
- Other local spots include Cecil Sharp House (1.1 miles east)
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The process
Unexpected materials mean we pause and discuss, rather than carrying on regardless. We arrive at the agreed time, check the area and explain what we’ll do before we start. Outdoor removal in South Hampstead is planned to finish in daylight: that means by about 3:55pm in December, or about 9:20pm in June.
- Describe the material and send pictures
- If it hasn’t been identified, we sample it first
- We plan the job and send a written 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
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Dig out previous surveys
Getting a price
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
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Materials we deal with
Water tanks and flues
Cement water tanks and flues are drained or disconnected first, then removed whole or in as few pieces as possible.
Floor tiles
The adhesive underneath sometimes needs its own approach.
What’s included, and what isn’t
Before booking, note that:
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, so the timing needs planning
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Common materials
- Bitumen roof felt
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Water tanks
- Soffits (cement)
- Artex and textured coatings
- Panels and boards
- Garage and shed roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flue pipes
Prices and what affects them
When we quote, we look at:
- The quantity or area
- The category of work
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- The number of samples or the size of the building
A price that looks too good to be true often is: proper controls, lab analysis and legal waste disposal cost money.
Helping us quote
Helpful photos:
- An idea of size
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Damaged areas
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749, and we’ll recommend the right option.
Doing it yourself?
Asbestos waste cannot go in household bins, recycling or skips. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
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.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note