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Asbestos Removal in Turnham Green
Need asbestos removal in Turnham Green? We cover Turnham Green and the surrounding area, with plain-English advice and a written quote.
- Old waste on site
- Garage roofs and whole garages
- Old cold water tanks
Asbestos help in Turnham Green
What happens
On the day, we set up the work area first: barrier tape, signs and protection where needed, then keep the material damp throughout. Before we start, we walk through the job with you and answer any questions. Outdoor removal in Turnham Green is planned to finish in daylight: that means by about 3:55pm in December, or about 9:20pm in June.
- Share photos, the postcode and any survey or test you have
- 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
- Everything is cleaned up, and the waste paperwork follows
Before we arrive
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Find any old asbestos reports
- Let us know where we can park
How to get a quote
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
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Asbestos removal in Turnham Green
Every removal job in Turnham Green is planned first: we work out the method, the controls, the waste and whether the work must be notified, before anyone starts. People often contact us about loft water tanks and vinyl and thermoplastic tiles, involving cement soffits, gutters and downpipes and cement roof sheets.
In London neighbourhoods like Turnham Green, garages and outbuildings are often reached through the house or a rear lane, which affects how the waste is carried out. We start with a clear answer: what the material is, and what that means for your plans.
- Where
- Turnham Green (W4, SW13, W6)
- Region
- Greater London
- Covers
- Removal of cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks
- Afterwards
- Waste paperwork
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Removing asbestos around Turnham Green
Turnham Green is about 2 miles south of Acton, in Greater London. For removal jobs in Turnham Green, tell us about parking and access. Turnham Green is one of 764 places in Greater London where we work. Our nearest city page is London, about 7 miles away.
For non-domestic buildings like The William Hogarth Primary School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. In older buildings across Turnham Green, asbestos may be in later additions, so we test before we plan.
For removal jobs in W4, SW13 and W6, just send the postcode and a few photos. Local streets include Duke Road, Short Road and Binns Road; we cover every one. For properties just outside Turnham Green, we cover Old Chiswick (1 mile east), Chiswick (1 mile north), Grove Park (1 mile south-west), Barnes (1 mile south-east) and Kew (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover London (7 miles east), City of Westminster (5 miles north-east), Marylebone (5 miles north-east), St Pancras (6 miles north-east), Shoreditch (8 miles east) and Walthamstow (12 miles north-east).
Turnham Green is in London, inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, where parking and loading can be restricted: tell us about parking, permits and access when you ask for a quote.
Well-known places in the area include Kurdish Museum Library and Archive (0.9 miles north-east) and Barnes Hospital (1.3 miles south). The countryside around Turnham Green includes Campden Hill and Duke's Hollow.
- Local schools include Chiswick School (within half a mile south-west) and The Swedish School (under half a mile east)
- Nearby, you’ll find George and Devonshire pub (less than half a mile east)
- Local facilities include Polish Library POSK in London (0.9 miles north-east) and Municipal Borough of Acton (1.5 miles north)
Common reasons for removal jobs in Turnham Green
Until 1999, asbestos went into many building products, so buildings across Greater London built or refurbished before 2000 can contain it.
These are some of the things we deal with in Turnham Green:
- Loft water tanks
- Garage roofs and whole garages
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
- Artex ceilings before renovation
If you let property near Chiswick station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal.
Comparing quotes
- Which areas and materials are covered
- The method and controls
- What is not included
- How the waste will be disposed of, and whether you will get a consignment note
Afterwards
If anything turns up during removal that wasn’t expected, we stop and tell you, as the method may need to change.
Once you know what’s there, a few simple habits help:
- Photos of the material and the route in help
- Share any survey or test results
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Let neighbours know if work is near them
Avoid these
Never sweep or vacuum asbestos debris.
Do not jet-wash, sand, drill or cut asbestos materials.
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Choosing the right option
HSE advises the public not to remove asbestos themselves, and disposal still has to be done properly. Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
What you get
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- No removal until we know what it is
- Records for your files
See how we price jobs or the cost guide.
What it might be made of
Floor tiles
Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles are lifted whole where possible with hand tools and wetting, never with sanders or grinders.
Insulating board and lagging
It needs an HSE-licensed contractor and 14 days’ notice.
FAQs for Turnham Green
Do you work near Chiswick station?
Yes. Chiswick station is about 0.7 miles south-west of Turnham Green, and we cover both.
Can you work in Turnham Green with London’s parking rules?
We do. Tell us about parking, permits and access so we can plan; all of Greater London is inside the ULEZ.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Stop, keep people away from the area and do not sweep or vacuum up debris. Then ask for advice.
Will I get the price in writing?
Always: the quote is in writing and sets out what’s included, and whether VAT is included.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos fibres can cause serious lung diseases years after exposure. The risk comes mainly from disturbing materials that contain it, so identifying it before work is important.
Can I remove asbestos myself?
HSE advises the public not to try, and licensed materials must only be handled by a licensed contractor.
Do you test before removing asbestos in Turnham Green?
If it hasn’t been identified, yes. The right method depends on what the material is.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
The builder should stop and close off the area. We’ll identify it and advise on removal.
Responsibilities for owners
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Turnham Green must manage asbestos under regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. That means finding it, assessing it, recording it and planning how to manage it.
If you manage or own a block in Turnham Green, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades.
What affects the price in Turnham Green
What changes the cost:
- The type of material and its condition
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- How many samples are needed
- How much waste there is
Every quote says whether VAT is included.
Sending photos
What to photograph:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- How we’d reach it
- A picture of the whole area
- An idea of size
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749, and we’ll advise.
The scope of asbestos removal
So you know what to expect:
- We do not remove anything until it’s been identified
- Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is usually separate
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we deal with
- Soffits (cement)
- Garage and shed roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Water tanks
- Artex and textured coatings
- Flue pipes
- Panels and boards
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Bitumen roof felt
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note