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Asbestos removal and surveys in N10
Found something that might be asbestos in N10? We work in Muswell Hill, Fortis Green and Friern Barnet and the rest of the district, with written quotes and paperwork.
Asbestos surveys and removal in N10
Towns and villages in N10
Asbestos services in N10
Send us photos and the postcode for a quote: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
How asbestos garage roof removal works in N10
Old cement garage roofs crack, grow moss and leak. Taking it off is generally the start of a new roof or conversion. We often deal with ridge pieces, cement gutters and cement wall panels, and typical jobs are single and double garage roofs and cracked, mossy or leaking roofs.
On the day, we set up barrier tape around the garage and damp down the sheets, then unbolt each sheet and lower it without breaking it.
- Get in touch with photos
- We check it’s asbestos cement
- We quote for the removal and disposal
- We remove the sheets carefully
- The sheets are wrapped and taken away, and you get the consignment note
What you will pay
Our quotes are clear about VAT, so you can compare like with like.
How we work in N10
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Records for your files
- Covering London and the South East
How to get a quote
To get a quote, fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Local landmarks in Muswell Hill
In Muswell Hill, that can mean a property near Fortismere School, O'Neill's pub and Alexandra Park. Nearby too are Tollington School (within half a mile west), Muswell Hill Primary School (less than half a mile east) and The Mossy Well pub (under half a mile south-east). For anyone coming by rail, the closest station is Alexandra Palace station, about 1.1 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Kenwood House (1.8 miles south-west) and Municipal Borough of Wood Green (1.3 miles north-east). The countryside around Muswell Hill includes Glebelands Local Nature Reserve and Darland's Lake.
Garage roofs across N10
From Friern Barnet, New Southgate and Muswell Hill to its villages, N10 has many older garages with cement roofs. Town garages are often in blocks, village ones among outbuildings.
Muswell Hill: Near open spaces such as Glebelands Local Nature Reserve, some larger plots have more than one outbuilding. If you let a house with a garage near Alexandra Palace station, check what the roof is made of before arranging repairs. Garage roof removal in Muswell Hill is planned around daylight: sunset is about 3:55pm in December and about 9:20pm in June.
What it might be made of
Ridge pieces
We take them off with the sheets.
Fixings
Hook bolts and fixings hold the sheets to the frame. We undo them gently to avoid cracking.
Options to consider in N10
Removing the roof sheets or the whole garage? Cement wall panels can be removed in the same way as the roof sheets; other parts may need a builder or demolition contractor.
Comparing quotes
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- Suitable insurance for the work
- What category of work it is
How we price garage roof removal
We base our quote on:
- How much there is
- Waste quantity and disposal
- The survey scope
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, for example testing several materials, or removing a garage roof and a flue at the same time.
What to photograph
To help us quote quickly, send:
- A clear close-up
- A rough size or measurement
- Street parking nearby
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
Send us the address in N10, a description and some photos: use our quote form or call 07833 053 749, and we’ll reply with a quote.
What’s included, and what isn’t
To be clear about the scope:
- Removal in strong wind is postponed for safety
- Other parts of the garage may need a builder or demolition contractor
- We remove the asbestos roof; the new roof is usually a separate job
DIY and asbestos
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, quite apart from the asbestos, so stay off it.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
N10: your questions answered
Should all asbestos be removed?
No. Material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed. Keep a record and check its condition.
Is asbestos dangerous?
It can be, if fibres are released and breathed in. The related diseases often take decades to develop, which is why it’s identified before work.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Often we can quote from clear photos and a description; if not, we’ll arrange to see it.
Can you remove the whole garage?
We can remove cement wall panels too. Brickwork is a builder’s job.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. With the seller’s agreement, a pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you commit.
Do you work in flats?
Yes, of course. For shared areas, ask the managing agent about the asbestos register.
What if the weather’s bad?
That depends: indoor jobs are not affected, but outdoor removal may be rescheduled for safety.
- 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
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site