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Asbestos Removal for Upminster
Asbestos removal across Upminster and nearby, for homes, rented property and workplaces. Done to HSE guidance, with paperwork for your records.
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
- Broken sheets in gardens
- Asbestos garages
Need asbestos removal in Upminster?
How asbestos removal works in Upminster
Removal is not always the answer. If it’s sound and not in the way, it may be better left, and we will tell you honestly when that’s the case. From textured coatings and cement flues and gutters, we deal with gutters and downpipes, floor tiles and water tanks and more.
In towns and villages like Upminster, outbuildings are often only reachable through a house or lane, which affects how the waste is carried out. Work is planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance.
- Location
- Upminster (RM14, RM11)
- County
- Greater London
- What we do
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- You receive
- Waste paperwork
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Good to know
Some limits to bear in mind:
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
- Licensed materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must be removed by an HSE-licensed contractor
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal before you book.
What we deal with
- Garage and shed roofs
- Artex and textured coatings
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flue pipes
- Soffits (cement)
- Bitumen roof felt
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Panels and boards
- Water tanks
Removing asbestos around Upminster
Upminster is about 2 miles east of Hornchurch, in Greater London. In Upminster, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses. Upminster is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 16 miles away.
If you let property near Upminster station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal. In a school like Upminster Junior School, any removal is agreed with the duty holder and done while the area is out of use.
This part of Greater London takes in RM14 and RM11. Local streets include Station Road, Latham Place and Deyncourt Gardens; we cover every one. Other places close to Upminster we cover include Upminster Bridge (1 mile west), Cranham (1 mile east), Emerson Park (1 mile north-west), Hornchurch (2 miles west) and Puddle Dock (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Shoreditch (14 miles west), Walthamstow (12 miles west), Hoxton (15 miles west), Whitechapel (14 miles west), Orpington (14 miles south-west) and Highbury (15 miles west).
As a London location, Upminster is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Other landmarks nearby include Upminster Tithe Barn Museum of Nostalgia (0.5 miles north) and St George's Hospital (1.7 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Cranham Marsh.
- Schools near Upminster include Eastbrook School (within half a mile south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Crumpled Horn pub (within half a mile south-west)
- Other local spots include Hornchurch Urban District (1.6 miles west)
After we have finished in Upminster
If licensed work is needed, a UKAS-accredited analyst carries out a four-stage clearance before the area is reoccupied.
Looking after any asbestos that remains:
- Photos of the material and the route in help
- File the consignment note
- Let neighbours know if work is near them
- Keep children and pets away on the day
Avoid these
Deal with asbestos before the builders start.
Ask any contractor how they’ll dispose of the waste.
Your options compared
Sealing or enclosing is sometimes possible, but the asbestos is still there and needs recording for future work. When comparing quotes, check what’s included: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
How we work in Upminster
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- No removal until we know what it is
- Clear advice on your options
See how we price jobs or our cost guide.
Where asbestos turns up
Materials deteriorate with age: roofs crack, coatings flake and tiles come loose, which is often when people decide to remove them.
Buildings from before 2000 can hide asbestos in many places. Common situations include:
- Asbestos found during building work
- Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
- Broken sheets in gardens
- Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles
In older buildings across Upminster, asbestos may be in later additions, so we identify materials before planning removal.
What your quote should include
- That licensed work will be done by an HSE-licensed contractor
- Whether the job needs notifying
- The method and controls
- VAT, clearly stated
What happens
Once removal is finished, we clean and check the area. When we’re done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows. Outdoor removal in Upminster is planned to finish in daylight: in late December it’s dark by about 3:50pm, while in June it stays light until about 9:20pm.
- Send us the postcode and photos
- We work out what category the work falls into
- We agree a date and any notification needed
- On the day we set up, remove and bag the material
- We dispose of the waste legally and send the paperwork
How to prepare
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Mention any damage before we arrive
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
Get a quote
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.
Helpful guides
For businesses and landlords in Upminster
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, while the property is empty.
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
Common questions in Upminster
Do you work in Upminster despite London parking restrictions?
Yes, we work across London. Tell us about parking, permits and access so we can plan; all of Greater London is inside the ULEZ.
Is asbestos common in Upminster homes?
Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. A sample test is the only reliable answer. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
What if the weather’s bad?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor removal may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain, for safety.
Where does the asbestos go?
It goes to a permitted site, properly packaged, with a registered carrier, with a consignment note for your records.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos fibres can cause serious lung diseases years after exposure. The risk comes mainly from disturbing materials that contain it, which is why identifying it first matters.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes: homeowners, landlords, managing agents, businesses and contractors. Tell us about the property and what you need.
Could my home contain asbestos?
Any building built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Only laboratory analysis of a sample can confirm it.
Do I need to move out?
Outdoor work rarely affects you indoors. Indoor work areas are kept closed off until finished.
A closer look at the materials
Asbestos cement
Breaking or cutting cement releases fibres, so we unfix and lower it rather than breaking it.
Water tanks and flues
Cement water tanks and flues are drained or disconnected first, then removed whole or in as few pieces as possible.
Also near Upminster
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What affects the price in Upminster
The price of asbestos removal depends mainly on:
- How much waste there is
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- How much there is
- Travel and parking
We don’t publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Photos that help
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them without disturbing anything:
- Cracks or breaks
- A clear close-up
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- Street parking nearby
Include any existing survey or test when you ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- 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