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Asbestos Removal in Wapping
Asbestos removal in Wapping: removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks, for homes, rented property and workplaces. Done to HSE guidance, with paperwork for your records.
- Cement water tanks in lofts
- Old waste on site
- Textured coatings
Asbestos removal near Wapping
Asbestos removal near Wapping
After removal, the work area is cleaned and the waste is double-bagged or wrapped, labelled and taken away, and you get the waste paperwork. Whether it’s textured coatings and asbestos garages, we deal with water tanks, textured coatings and cement soffits.
In areas like Wapping, outbuildings are often only reachable through a house or lane, which affects how the waste is carried out. We explain what we find in plain English, including when it’s better to leave a material in place.
- Where
- Wapping (E1, E1W, SE16)
- County
- Greater London
- Service
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Afterwards
- Consignment note for the waste
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Doing it yourself?
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, quite apart from the asbestos, so never climb onto one.
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Step by step
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. In winter, the light goes in Wapping by about 3:55pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Describe the material and send pictures
- We test it if needed and plan the job
- You get a written quote, including waste disposal
- We remove it with controls to keep fibres down
- We clean up and send you the waste paperwork
Getting ready
- Mention any damage before we arrive
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Warn neighbours if needed
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.
Related guides
Materials, one by one
Insulating board and lagging
Work on sprayed coatings, and most work on lagging and asbestos insulating board, is licensed.
Bitumen and felt
We remove them without cutting with power tools.
Places near Wapping
Other services in Wapping
Responsibilities for owners
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before repairs are arranged.
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
What it costs
Quotes vary because of:
- Parking and access charges
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- Disposal costs
- The number of samples or the size of the building
A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, because the material is clear.
Sending photos
What to photograph:
- Cracks or breaks
- A photo of the whole area
- How we’d reach it
- Visible markings
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749 to get started.
Wapping properties and asbestos removal
Wapping is about 1 mile south-east of Whitechapel, in Greater London. Wapping is within our Greater London area, for removal jobs of every size. Wapping is one of 764 places in Greater London where we work.
Older buildings in Wapping, near St Peter's or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so materials are identified first. For properties on main roads such as the A101 and A1210, we plan parking and loading in advance, as main roads can be restricted.
Wherever your property is in E1, E1W and SE16, asbestos removal is available. Whether your property is on West Lane, Tunnel Road and Glamis Road or a nearby road, the process is the same. Wapping sits on or near the A101 and A1210, so mention parking if the property is on one. If your property is just outside Wapping, we also cover St George in the East (1 mile north-west), East End of London (1 mile north-east), Shadwell (1 mile east), Whitechapel (1 mile north-west) and Ratcliff (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include City of Westminster (4 miles west), Marylebone (4 miles west), Kensington (6 miles west), St Pancras (3 miles north-west), Walthamstow (6 miles north) and Hampstead (6 miles north-west).
As a London location, Wapping 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 Tower of London (0.7 miles west) and Surrey Quays Shopping Centre (1 mile south-east). Green spaces nearby include St. James's Park Lake and Tower Hill.
- Nearby schools include Hermitage Primary School (under half a mile south-west) and Mulberry School for Girls (0.5 miles north)
- Places of worship nearby include St Mary-at-Hill (1 mile west)
- Pubs nearby include Town of Ramsgate pub (within half a mile south)
- Other local spots include Minories (0.7 miles west) and Bishopsgate Institute Special Collections and Archives (1.1 miles north-west)
FAQs for Wapping
Do you cover Wapping and the area around Wapping station?
Yes, we cover Wapping, including the streets around Wapping station.
Could my house in Wapping contain asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos was used until the 1999 ban, so older homes and older alterations in Wapping can contain it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do. Landlords, agents, businesses and builders all use our services.
When can you start?
It depends on the job and our diary. You will get available dates with the quote.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
Make the area safe first: shut the door if you can and do not sweep it up. Then get in touch and we will advise.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not always. If it’s in good condition and nobody will disturb it, leaving it in place and checking it can be the safer choice.
What paperwork will I get?
It depends on what we do: a survey report, a laboratory result, or a consignment note for removed waste.
Is asbestos removal licensed?
It depends on the material and the job. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed work; lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed.
Looking after things afterwards
Any asbestos left elsewhere should stay on record, so future trades know about it.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Clear the area around the work, without disturbing the asbestos
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Book the replacement before removal
- Keep children and pets away on the day
Don’ts
Don’t jet-wash, sand, drill or cut asbestos materials.
Don’t let anyone remove asbestos without asking how the waste will be disposed of, and ask for the consignment note.
The scope of asbestos removal
Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:
- We don’t remove anything until it’s been identified
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is usually separate
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal before you book.
Materials we see
- Panels and boards
- Garage and shed roofs
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Flue pipes
- Water tanks
- Bitumen roof felt
- Soffits (cement)
- Artex and textured coatings
- Gutters and downpipes
Your options compared
Remove, or leave and manage? Sound material that won’t be disturbed can often stay; if it’s damaged or the work will disturb it, removal makes sense. Access makes a big difference to cost, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
What you get
- Accredited laboratory results
- Clear advice on your options
- Reports and results you can share
- Waste paperwork for every removal
Take a look at how we quote and published price ranges.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note