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Asbestos Removal Services in Upton, Greater London
Looking for asbestos removal in Upton? We work across Upton and the towns around it, with clear advice and a written quote.
- Artex ceilings before renovation
- Debris left from a previous job
- Floor tiles before a new floor
Asbestos removal for Upton
Limits to be aware of
Here’s what asbestos removal covers, and what it doesn’t:
- Making good is normally a separate job
- Some jobs must be notified first, which affects the start date
- Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Common materials
- Panels and boards
- Water tanks
- Bitumen roof felt
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Garage and shed roofs
- Artex and textured coatings
- Flue pipes
- Gutters and downpipes
- Soffits (cement)
- Floor tiles and adhesive
How asbestos removal works in Upton
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 will tell you if your job in Upton falls into that category. Typical jobs include Artex ceilings before renovation and broken sheets in gardens, involving water tanks, gutters and downpipes and cement roof sheets.
In Upton, removal often involves flats, small gardens and limited access, so access and parking are planned carefully. Paperwork is part of every job, because buyers, landlords and builders often ask for it.
- Where
- Upton (DA6, DA7, DA16)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Service
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Afterwards
- Waste consignment note
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Towns and villages near Upton
More for properties in Upton
Removing asbestos around Upton
Upton is about 1 mile east of Welling, in Greater London. We cover Upton as part of Greater London, whatever the size of the job. Upton is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. Our area stretches from Upton to London (10 miles away).
For non-domestic buildings like Upland Primary School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. If you let property near Bexleyheath station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal.
For removal jobs in DA6, DA7 and DA16, just send the postcode and a few photos. Whether your property is on Lion Road, Upton Road and Freta Road or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Nearby, we also cover Bexleyheath (1 mile east), Crook Log (1 mile west), Blendon (1 mile south-west), Bexley (1 mile south) and Welling (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include London (10 miles west), City of Westminster (13 miles west), Marylebone (13 miles west), Kensington (15 miles west), St Pancras (12 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (10 miles north-west).
As a London location, Upton is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: tell us about parking, permits and access when you ask for a quote.
A little further out are Broadway Shopping Centre (0.5 miles south-east) and Colyers (1.8 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Summer Hill and Wansunt Pit.
- Local schools include Bexleyheath Academy (under half a mile east) and St Catherine's Catholic School (1 mile east)
- Nearby, you will find The Golden Lion pub (within half a mile south)
DIY and asbestos
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
What happens
If we find more than expected, or something different, we stop and talk to you, rather than carrying on regardless. While we work, the area stays out of bounds. Late-December sunset in Upton is about 3:50pm, so outdoor jobs start early.
- Get in touch with the details of the job
- 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
Getting ready
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
How to get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
Looking after things afterwards
Making good, such as a new roof or ceiling, is normally a separate job, so plan it before the removal date.
Going forward:
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Let us know where we can park
- Send photos of the material and the access
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
Things not to do
Asbestos never goes in ordinary bins or skips.
Asbestos never goes in ordinary bins or skips.
Materials, one by one
Insulating board and lagging
Insulating board, lagging and sprayed coatings are licensed work in most cases.
Textured coatings
Taking the boards down can be an alternative.
Upton: your questions answered
Do you work near Bexleyheath station?
Yes, we cover Upton, including the streets around Bexleyheath station.
Is asbestos common in Upton homes?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos was used until the 1999 ban, so older homes and older alterations in Upton can contain it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
What does removal cost?
Material, amount, condition, access and waste all affect the price. We quote each job individually.
How do I get a quote?
Just use our quote form or call 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, a description and photos.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
A survey report, laboratory results or a waste consignment note, depending on the job.
Do you work in Upton?
We do: our area includes Upton and the places around it. Send the postcode and a few photos and we’ll quote.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
No. Material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed. It should be recorded and checked.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Of course. A pre-purchase survey, arranged with the seller’s permission, shows what asbestos is there before you exchange.
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Landlords of single homes don’t have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but contractors still need to know about asbestos before they work.
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
Choosing the right option
Removing asbestos before building work avoids stopping the job halfway, when everything has to wait for it to be dealt with. Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: proper controls, lab analysis and legal waste disposal cost money.
What you get
- Honest advice, even when the answer is to leave it
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Work done to the regulations
Read our prices page and our cost guide.
Prices and what affects them
The biggest factors in the price are:
- Licensed or non-licensed
- How much there is
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Travel and parking
Our quotes are clear about VAT, so you can compare like with like.
Photos that help
Good photos help us plan and quote. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- Labels, if any
- The access route
- The parking area
- A rough size or measurement
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749, and we will reply with a quote.
- 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
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site