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Asbestos Removal for Spitalfields
Found something that might be asbestos in Spitalfields? Our service covers safe asbestos removal and legal disposal, with clear advice at each step.
- Debris left from a previous job
- Artex before plastering
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
Asbestos removal in Spitalfields
How it works
At the end, the work area is cleaned with suitable methods and checked, and we talk you through what was done. While we work, the area stays out of bounds. Outdoor removal in Spitalfields is planned to finish in daylight: 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 check whether it’s licensed, notifiable or non-licensed work
- We book the work and notify if required
- On the day we set up, remove and bag the material
- We dispose of the waste legally and send the paperwork
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Make sure we can get to the area
How to get a quote
Every job is quoted in writing. Just call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
Helpful guides
How asbestos removal works in Spitalfields
Found asbestos during building work in Spitalfields? Work should stop there and people kept out. We can test it and, if needed, plan its removal. Typical materials include cement soffits, water tanks and cement roof sheets, and people normally contact us about Artex ceilings before renovation and old cold water tanks.
In areas like Spitalfields, outbuildings are often only reachable through a house or lane, which affects how the waste is carried out. We work to HSE guidance on every job, large or small.
- Where
- Spitalfields (E1, EC2A, E1W)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Covers
- Removal of cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks
- Afterwards
- Consignment note for the waste
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Removing asbestos around Spitalfields
Spitalfields is about 1 mile north-east of London, in Greater London. Spitalfields is part of the area we cover, from older terraces and semis to flats, workplaces and outbuildings. We work in 764 places in Greater London.
In a school like Makers Academy, any removal is agreed with the duty holder and done while the area is out of use. On busy roads like the A10 and A1202, loading the waste needs planning, so mention it, as main roads can be restricted.
We handle removal jobs in every part of the E1, EC2A and E1W postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your property is on New Road, Mark Lane and Bell Lane or a nearby road, the process is the same. Spitalfields is on the A10 and A1202, so it’s easy for us to reach. We also carry out removal jobs in Whitechapel (1 mile east), Aldgate (1 mile south-west), Bishopsgate (1 mile west), Tower Hill (1 mile south) and Shoreditch (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also work in City of Westminster (3 miles west), Marylebone (3 miles west), Kensington (6 miles west), Walthamstow (5 miles north-east), Hampstead (5 miles north-west) and Ruislip (15 miles west).
As a London location, Spitalfields 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 Tower of London (0.6 miles south) and Museum of Transology (less than half a mile north-west). The countryside around Spitalfields includes Tower Hill and Lavender Pond.
- Local schools include Canon Barnett Primary School (under half a mile east) and London Enterprise Academy (0.5 miles east)
- Churches close by include St Mary-at-Hill (0.6 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find Kings Stores pub (less than half a mile north-west)
- Local facilities include Bishopsgate Institute Special Collections and Archives (less than half a mile north-west) and Minories (within half a mile south)
Limits to be aware of
A few things to be aware of:
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, so the timing needs planning
- We don’t remove anything until it’s been identified
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is normally separate
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Materials in Spitalfields
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Garage and shed roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Flue pipes
- Artex and textured coatings
- Soffits (cement)
- Water tanks
- Panels and boards
- Bitumen roof felt
Choosing the right option
Sealing or enclosing is sometimes possible, but it remains in place and has to be recorded. Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, such as testing several materials at once.
Why choose us
- Reports and results you can share
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
Take a look at our prices page and our cost guide.
Can I do it myself?
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Materials, one by one
Insulating board and lagging
Work on sprayed coatings, and most work on lagging and asbestos insulating board, is licensed.
Water tanks and flues
A Gas Safe engineer disconnects any gas appliance first.
After we have finished in Spitalfields
After removal, the work area is cleaned, and you receive the waste paperwork.
Once you know what’s there, a few simple habits help:
- Send photos of the material and the access
- File the consignment note
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Tell us about any previous survey
Don’ts
Don’t jet-wash, sand, drill or cut asbestos materials.
Do not let anyone remove asbestos without asking how the waste will be disposed of.
Landlords, managing agents and employers
If your business premises in Spitalfields were built before 2000, you should have an asbestos register and 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 anyone carries out repairs.
What it costs
The price of asbestos removal depends mainly on:
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- The size of the job
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- How easy it is to reach
A price that looks too good to be true often is: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
Helping us quote
Photos often save us a visit:
- Visible markings
- A rough size or measurement
- The access route
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
Not sure what you need? Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we’ll advise.
FAQs for Spitalfields
Do you work in Spitalfields despite London parking restrictions?
We do. Tell us about parking, permits and access so we can plan.
Do you cover Spitalfields and the area around London Liverpool Street station?
Yes. London Liverpool Street station is close to the centre of Spitalfields, and we cover the whole area.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to give us access to the areas involved, and to be available for questions.
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, and ask for advice; your GP can advise if you are worried about your health.
Does all asbestos have to be removed?
Often it can stay: sound material that won’t be disturbed can be left and managed. Keep a record and check it from time to time.
How can I get a price?
Just send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, a description and photos.
What if my house is newer?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so buildings built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, although older materials can sometimes be reused or left in extensions.
What paperwork will I get?
That depends on the job: a survey report, a laboratory result, or a consignment note for removed waste.
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Also in Spitalfields
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site