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Asbestos Removal for Swinford
Found something that might be asbestos in Swinford? We provide asbestos removal with waste paperwork, explained in plain English.
- Garage roofs and whole garages
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
- Loft water tanks
Asbestos removal near Swinford
Asbestos removal in Swinford
Higher-risk materials such as pipe lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work, and has to be done by an HSE-licensed contractor. We’ll tell you if your job in Swinford falls into that category. From Artex ceilings before renovation and cement flues and gutters, we deal with textured coatings, floor tiles and water tanks.
In a village like Swinford, removal often involves barns, stables, outbuildings and farm buildings, so we plan access across yards and fields. We identify materials before planning removal, because the method depends on what the material is.
- Location
- Swinford (OX29)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Covers
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- You receive
- Waste paperwork
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
How we price asbestos removal
We base our quote on:
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- Parking and access charges
- How much waste there is
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
Helping us quote
For a quick quote, include:
- A clear close-up
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- A rough size or measurement
To get a quote, use our quote form or call 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
Doing it yourself?
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.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, don’t sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
A closer look at the materials
Bitumen and felt
Some old roof felts and bitumen products contain asbestos, which is generally well bound.
Textured coatings
Taking the boards down can be an alternative.
What happens next
If other asbestos remains in the building, it should still be recorded and managed, so future trades know about it.
After we have finished:
- Tell us about any previous survey
- Clear the area around the work, without disturbing the asbestos
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
Don’ts
Asbestos never goes in ordinary bins or skips.
Do not let anyone remove asbestos without asking how the waste will be disposed of, and ask for the consignment note.
Which option is right?
Should it come out? Sound material that won’t be disturbed can often stay; if it’s damaged or in the way of work, removal is generally right. How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
Why people choose us
- Covering London and the South East
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- No removal until we know what it is
Take a look at our prices page and our cost guide.
How it works
We wear disposable coveralls and suitable respirators, and keep everyone else out of the work area. We wear suitable protective equipment for the job, and use controls to keep dust down. We plan outdoor jobs in Swinford to finish before dark: in late December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, while in June it stays light until about 9:30pm.
- Describe the material and send pictures
- We test it if needed and plan the job
- You get a written quote, including waste disposal
- The material is removed safely
- The area is cleaned and you get the consignment note
Preparing for the visit
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Mention any parking restrictions
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
Ask for a quote
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
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Asbestos removal in Swinford: local notes
Swinford is about 6 miles west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Swinford has a mix of older and newer buildings, and anything from before 2000 may contain asbestos. Swinford is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover. Our area stretches from Swinford to Oxford (6 miles away).
If you let property near Hanborough station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal. In older properties in Swinford, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so we test before we plan.
For removal jobs in OX29, just send the postcode and a few photos. Close by, we cover Eynsham (1 mile north-west), Farmoor (1 mile south-east), Cassington (1 mile north-east), Filchampstead (2 miles south) and Wytham (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Oxford (6 miles east), Didcot (12 miles south-east), Bicester (12 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (7 miles south-east), Witney (6 miles west) and Carterton (10 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Oxford Castle and earlier settlement remains (4.4 miles east) and Oxford Bus Museum (3.6 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Cumnor Hill and Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds.
- Nearby schools include Bartholomew School (1.1 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Talbot Public House and Attached Stable (less than half a mile north-west)
Places near Swinford
Other services in Swinford
Responsibilities for owners
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
Common reasons for removal jobs in Swinford
Refurbishment and demolition are the most common reasons for removal: anything the work would disturb should be dealt with first.
Get advice if you are dealing with any of these:
- Outbuildings with cement roofs
- Old flues
- Asbestos found during building work
- Cement water tanks in lofts
At a school such as Eynsham Community Primary School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty.
Before you book anyone
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- VAT, clearly stated
Common questions in Swinford
Do you cover small places like Swinford?
We do: small villages are covered too. Just tell us how to reach the property.
Do older homes in Swinford have asbestos?
Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Is DIY asbestos removal allowed?
HSE advises against removing asbestos yourself. Higher-risk materials need a licensed contractor.
Do you work on commercial premises?
Yes: shops, offices, industrial units and community buildings as well as homes. The duty holder should be able to share the asbestos register.
Can you quote from photos?
Many jobs can be quoted from photos, though some need a visit first.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Breathing in asbestos fibres can cause serious diseases, often decades later. The risk comes mainly from disturbing materials that contain it, so identifying it before work is important.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Do not try to clean up the debris yourself, then contact a professional; your GP can advise if you are worried about your health.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes, we do. We work for landlords, managing agents, employers and contractors as well as homeowners.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site