West Berkshire · England
Asbestos Removal for Swallowfield
Asbestos removal in Swallowfield: safe asbestos removal and legal disposal, for homes, rented property and workplaces. Planned to HSE guidance, with written results and paperwork.
- Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
- Garage roofs and whole garages
Need asbestos removal in Swallowfield?
Looking after things afterwards
If other asbestos remains in the building, it should still be recorded and managed, so future trades know about it.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Let us know where we can park
- File the consignment note
- Move belongings away, but leave the asbestos alone
- Book the replacement before removal
What to avoid
Don’t start building work before asbestos the work will disturb has been dealt with.
Never sweep or vacuum asbestos debris.
Asbestos removal near Swallowfield
Asbestos removal starts with knowing what the material is. If nobody has tested it, we take a sample first, since the right method depends on what it is. Whether it’s sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos and garage roofs and whole garages, we deal with textured coatings, floor tiles and cement roof sheets and more.
In Swallowfield, waste may have a long carry to the vehicle, so the route is planned in advance. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, as the right approach depends on the material.
- Area
- Swallowfield (RG7)
- Area hub
- West Berkshire
- Covers
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- You receive
- Consignment note for the waste
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What it might be made of
Water tanks and flues
Tanks and flues are disconnected first, then removed with minimal breakage.
Textured coatings
Taking the boards down can be an alternative.
The process
Materials are released carefully and removed whole where possible, without breaking, dropping or power tools. While we work, the area stays out of bounds. In winter, the light goes in Swallowfield by about 3:55pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Tell us what needs removing and send photos
- We test it if needed and plan the job
- You get a written quote, including waste disposal
- We remove it with controls to keep fibres down
- The area is cleaned and you get the consignment note
Getting ready
- Mention any parking restrictions
- Make sure we can get to the area
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
How to get a quote
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
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For landlords, agents and businesses
If your business premises in Swallowfield were built before 2000, you should have an asbestos register and management plan, and you must tell contractors what’s there.
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.
Places near Swallowfield
Other services in Swallowfield
What we deal with in Swallowfield
Some owners remove visible asbestos before a sale or letting, although sound material can often stay.
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting advice:
- Cement water tanks in lofts
- Broken sheets in gardens
- Cement flues and gutters
- Garage roofs and whole garages
If you let property near Mortimer station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal.
What to look for in a quote
- The scope of the job, in writing
- If the price includes VAT
- Suitable insurance for the work
- The method and controls
Asbestos removal in Swallowfield: local notes
Swallowfield is about 5 miles south of Reading, in West Berkshire. For removal jobs in Swallowfield, tell us about parking and access when you get in touch. Swallowfield is one of 155 places in West Berkshire where we work.
In older properties in Swallowfield, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so materials are identified first. For non-domestic buildings like Lambs Lane Primary School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty.
Here we cover the RG7 postcode area, and your removal job can be anywhere in it. Local streets include The Street, Hornbeams and Fieldfare Court; we cover every one. Nearby, we also cover Riseley (1 mile south), Spencers Wood (1 mile north), Beech Hill (2 miles west), Farley Hill (2 miles east) and Grazeley (2 miles north-west). We also cover nearby towns such as Thatcham (13 miles west), Burghfield Common (5 miles west), Calcot (6 miles north-west), Shaw (15 miles west), Burghfield Hill (4 miles west) and Theale (6 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Beaumys Castle (0.9 miles west) and Royal Berkshire Hospital (5 miles north). Green spaces nearby include The Marshes Local Nature Reserve and Longwater.
- Schools near Swallowfield include Oakbank (1.8 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Crown pub (under half a mile east)
How we price asbestos removal
The cost depends on:
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- Parking and access charges
- The quantity or area
- How much waste there is
A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.
Helping us quote
Good photos help us plan and quote. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- A rough size or measurement
- An overall view
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- Where we could park
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: just fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Common questions in Swallowfield
Do you cover small places like Swallowfield?
We do: small villages are covered too. Just tell us how to reach the property.
Do older homes in Swallowfield have asbestos?
If your home in Swallowfield was built or refurbished before 2000, it may, but you can’t tell by looking. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Can I stay at home during removal?
For outdoor jobs, you can normally stay put. Indoor work areas are kept closed off until finished.
Do I need a test or a survey?
Testing covers particular materials, while a survey covers everything in scope. For building work, a survey is generally needed.
Does all asbestos have to be removed?
In many cases it can stay: if it’s in good condition and out of the way, it can stay. Keep a record and check it from time to time.
When can you start?
That depends on the work and current bookings. We will give you dates when we quote, and notifiable work needs notifying before it starts.
Will I get the price in writing?
Always: you get the scope and price in writing.
How much does asbestos removal cost in Swallowfield?
It depends on the material, how much there is, its condition, access and disposal. We quote each job individually.
Good to know
The usual limits are:
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
- Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Materials we see
- Garage and shed roofs
- Flue pipes
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Artex and textured coatings
- Gutters and downpipes
- Panels and boards
- Bitumen roof felt
- Soffits (cement)
- Water tanks
- Asbestos cement sheets
Choosing the right option
Be wary of a price that seems too low: 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.
Why people choose us
- Records for your files
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Clear advice on your options
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
See how we quote or published price ranges.
- 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
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site