Oxfordshire · England
Asbestos Removal for Upper Brailes
Asbestos removal for Upper Brailes: removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks. Tell us what you’ve found and we will explain your options.
- Old cold water tanks
- Old flues
- Textured coatings
Need asbestos removal in Upper Brailes?
Removing asbestos around Upper Brailes
Upper Brailes is about 9 miles west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. If your removal job is in Upper Brailes, let us know about access when you get in touch. Upper Brailes is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we work. We work right across the region, from Upper Brailes to Oxford (25 miles away).
Older buildings in Upper Brailes, near Church of St George or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so materials are identified first.
Here we cover the OX15 postcode area. Streets in the area include Castle Hill, Fant Hill and Henbrook Lane, and asbestos removal is available on all of them. Close by, we cover Lower Brailes (1 mile south-east) and Sutton-under-Brailes (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also work in Banbury (9 miles east), Chipping Norton (8 miles south), Neithrop (8 miles east), Grimsbury (10 miles east), Ruscote (8 miles east) and Bloxham (8 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Ellen Badger Hospital (2.9 miles west). Open spaces near Upper Brailes include Castle Hill and Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool.
- Local pubs include The Gate Inn (less than half a mile south)
Asbestos removal in Upper Brailes
Removal is planned, not improvised: the method, the controls, the waste and any notification needed, before anyone starts. Typical jobs include old floor tiles and black adhesive and flue pipes, gutters and downpipes, involving textured coatings, flue pipes and water tanks.
In a village like Upper Brailes, removal often involves barns, stables, outbuildings and farm buildings, so we plan access across yards and fields. Small jobs get the same care as big ones, with the same attention to the regulations.
- Area
- Upper Brailes (OX15)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Covers
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- Afterwards
- Waste consignment note
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
How we work
As each piece comes out, it’s bagged or wrapped and labelled, then loaded for disposal at a permitted site. Unexpected finds are discussed with you first. We plan outdoor jobs in Upper Brailes to finish before dark: in late December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, while in June it stays light until about 9:30pm.
- Start with photos, the postcode and any existing reports
- We confirm what the material is and what category of work it falls into
- A written quote follows, covering method, controls and disposal
- On the agreed date we set up the work area and remove the material carefully
- We clean the area and send the consignment note
Preparing for the visit
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Let us know where we can park
- Clear the way to the work area
Get a quote
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Then ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
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What affects the price in Upper Brailes
The price of asbestos removal depends mainly on:
- How easy it is to reach
- Material and condition
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- Travel and parking
When comparing quotes, check what’s included: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
What to photograph
Helpful photos:
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- The access route
- Where we could park
- An idea of size
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: send them through our contact page.
A closer look at the materials
Water tanks and flues
Tanks and flues are disconnected first, then removed with minimal breakage.
Bitumen and felt
They’re removed by hand.
FAQs for Upper Brailes
Could my house in Upper Brailes contain asbestos?
Any home in Upper Brailes built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos, but only a test can confirm it. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you cover small places like Upper Brailes?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
What if my house is newer?
Homes built after 2000 shouldn’t contain asbestos, as it was banned in 1999.
What paperwork will I get?
That depends on the job: a survey report, a laboratory result, or a consignment note for removed waste.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Breathing in asbestos fibres can cause serious diseases, often decades later. The risk comes mainly from disturbing materials that contain it, which is why identifying it first matters.
Can you help with a shop or office?
Yes. Tell us the size and use of the building and what you need.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
Make the area safe first: shut the door if you can and don’t sweep it up. Then contact us for advice on the next step.
Do I need my asbestos tested before removal?
Unless it’s already been identified, yes: the way it’s removed depends on the material.
After we’ve finished in Upper Brailes
Any asbestos left elsewhere should stay on record, for anyone working there later.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Clear the area around the work, without disturbing the asbestos
- Book the replacement before removal
- Tell us about any previous survey
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
Don’ts
Don’t let anyone remove asbestos without asking how the waste will be disposed of.
Don’t jet-wash, sand, drill or cut asbestos materials.
Places near Upper Brailes
What else we do in Upper Brailes
Choosing the right option
Be wary of a price that seems too low: controls, equipment and legal disposal all cost money. Always ask for the consignment note. Dealing with asbestos before building work is generally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
Why people choose us
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Clear written quotes
Take a look at how we price jobs and the cost guide.
Good to know
Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:
- Making good is normally a separate job
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, so the timing needs planning
- Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Common materials
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Panels and boards
- Soffits (cement)
- Bitumen roof felt
- Gutters and downpipes
- Water tanks
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Flue pipes
- Garage and shed roofs
- Artex and textured coatings
Responsibilities for owners
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos.
Doing it yourself?
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, do not sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note