Wokingham · England
Asbestos Removal for Wargrave
Buildings in Wargrave built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Our asbestos removal service covers planned asbestos removal and legal disposal.
- Artex before plastering
- Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
- Old floor tiles and black adhesive
Asbestos help in Wargrave
Options to consider in Wargrave
DIY removal might look cheaper, but HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to remove asbestos yourself, and the waste still has to go to a permitted site with the right paperwork. A price that looks too good to be true often is: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
Why us?
- Work done to the regulations
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Houses, flats and business premises
- Written quotes that say what’s included
Read how we quote and the cost guide.
How asbestos removal works in Wargrave
Removal is planned, not improvised: we work out the method, the controls, the waste and whether the work must be notified. Typical materials include gutters and downpipes, cement roof sheets and textured coatings, and typical jobs are Artex ceilings before renovation and broken sheets in gardens.
Homes in Wargrave with bigger gardens can have more than one cement-roofed building. Work is planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance, whatever the size of the job.
- Location
- Wargrave (RG10)
- County
- Wokingham
- What we do
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- You receive
- Waste consignment note
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
A closer look at the materials
Asbestos cement
Asbestos cement releases fibres when broken or cut, so we unfix and lower it rather than breaking it.
Bitumen and felt
Bitumen felts can contain asbestos, usually tightly bound.
Asbestos removal in Wargrave: local notes
Wargrave is about 4 miles north-east of Woodley, in Wokingham. Wargrave is within our Wokingham area, for removal jobs of every size. We cover all 35 towns and villages in Wokingham. We work right across the region, from Wargrave to Reading (about 6 miles away).
If you let property near Wargrave station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal. Older buildings in Wargrave, near Church of St Mary or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so we test before we plan.
Wherever your property is in RG10, asbestos removal is available. Local streets include High Street, Langhams Way and Victoria Road; we cover every one. Other places close to Wargrave we cover include Bowsey Hill (1 mile north-east), Lower Shiplake (1 mile north-west), Cockpole Green (2 miles north), Knowl Hill (2 miles east) and Warren Row (2 miles north-east). We also cover nearby towns such as Reading (6 miles south-west), Wokingham (6 miles south), Woodley (4 miles south-west), Earley (6 miles south-west), Crowthorne (9 miles south) and Lower Earley (6 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find St Mark's Hospital (5.3 miles east) and Frazer Nash Archives (2.4 miles north-west). Open spaces near Wargrave include Hurley Chalk Pit and South Lake.
- Schools near Wargrave include Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School (1 mile south-west) and The Piggott School (1 mile south-west)
- Nearby, you will find The White Hart pub (under half a mile west)
Nearby places to Wargrave
How it works
We start by setting up and segregating the work area, and keep the material wet as we work. Before we leave, we explain what we did and what comes next. In winter, the light goes in Wargrave by about 3:55pm, so outdoor jobs start early.
- 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
- We clean the area and send the consignment note
Before we arrive
- Don’t disturb the material before we get there
- Tell us about anything that’s already damaged
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
Getting a price
Not sure what you need? Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we’ll recommend the right option.
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FAQs for Wargrave
Do you work near Wargrave station?
Yes, we cover Wargrave and the area towards Wargrave station, about 0.7 miles south-west.
How far is Wargrave from London?
Wargrave is about 33 miles from central London, well within our area.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
A test answers the question for the materials sampled; a survey looks at everything in scope, including things you hadn’t spotted.
What if my house is newer?
Homes built after 2000 shouldn’t contain asbestos, as it was banned in 1999, though older parts, reused materials or earlier outbuildings can.
Do I need to be at home?
We need access to every area involved in the job, and it helps if you are around to answer questions.
What paperwork will I get?
Depending on the job, a report, results or a consignment note.
What does licensed work mean?
Work on higher-risk materials, such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board, is licensed and must be done by an HSE-licensed contractor. Cement and textured coatings generally are not licensed.
Will I get the price in writing?
Yes, always.
Should you do it yourself?
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Typical removal jobs in Wargrave
Selling or letting a property can prompt removal of obvious materials, although sound material can often stay.
These are some of the things we deal with in Wargrave:
- Cement water tanks in lofts
- Asbestos found during building work
- Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
In a school like Robert Piggott CofE Infant School, any removal is agreed with the duty holder and done while the area is out of use.
Before booking anyone
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- Whether VAT is included
- What category of work it is
Limits to be aware of
So you know what to expect:
- 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
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before you book.
What we deal with
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Flue pipes
- Water tanks
- Panels and boards
- Soffits (cement)
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Artex and textured coatings
- Bitumen roof felt
- Garage and shed roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, while the property is empty.
What affects the price in Wargrave
When we quote, we look at:
- The size of the job
- How much waste there is
- How many samples are needed
- Licensed or non-licensed
A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, because the material is clear.
Photos that help
Photo tips:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- The parking area
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- Approximate dimensions
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note