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Asbestos removal and surveys in N20
We cover every part of the N20 postcode district, which takes in Oakleigh Park, East Barnet and Totteridge. Surveys, testing and removal, planned to HSE guidance.
Asbestos help in N20
Places in N20
- Oakleigh Park
- East Barnet
- Totteridge
- Barnet
- Whetstone
- Friern Barnet
- Woodside Park
- New Barnet
- North Finchley
- Brunswick Park
- Underhill
- Mill Hill
What we do in N20
Tell us what you’ve found and the postcode and we’ll reply with a quote: use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Asbestos garage roof removal across N20
Corrugated asbestos cement roofs are common on older garages, including around N20. We remove the sheets whole, damp and wrapped, and dispose of them at a permitted site, and give you the waste paperwork. Typical jobs include garage blocks and lean-to roofs, including cement wall panels, bargeboards and corrugated roof sheets.
Once the sheets are off, we clean the area and check for fragments, then take the waste away.
- Start with photos of the garage and how we reach it
- If needed, we test a sample to confirm it’s asbestos cement
- We plan the job and the waste, and send a quote
- The sheets are wetted, unfixed and lowered without breaking
- We take the wrapped sheets away and send the paperwork
Pricing in N20
How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so tell us about access.
Why choose us
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Identify first, remove only when needed
How to get a quote
Every job is quoted in writing. Just send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 with the details.
Near you in Oakleigh Park
We cover homes and workplaces around Queenswell Infant & Nursery School, Finchley Catholic High School and Three Horseshoes pub. You will also find Church of St John (under half a mile north-west), Swan Lane Open Space (under half a mile west), Woodhouse College (1 mile south) and Francis Skaryna Belarusian Library and Museum (0.9 miles south-west). Oakleigh Park’s nearest station is Oakleigh Park station, about 0.8 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Grand Arcade (0.9 miles south) and Francis Skaryna Belarusian Library and Museum (0.9 miles south-west). Green spaces within easy reach include Barfield Allotments Nature Park and Highgate Hill.
- Local facilities include East Barnet Urban District (1.3 miles north)
Garages we deal with in N20
Across N20, we remove roofs from single garages, doubles, blocks and lean-tos, from the towns to the villages.
Oakleigh Park: For garages on or near the A1000, let us know where we can load. Near open spaces such as Barfield Allotments Nature Park, some larger plots have more than one outbuilding, so it can make sense to do them at once. Late-December sunset in Oakleigh Park is about 3:55pm, so we start early on winter roof jobs.
Common reasons for garage roof jobs in N20
Moss and lichen spread on older sheets, but scrubbing or jet-washing them off releases fibres.
Get advice if you’re dealing with any of these:
- Sheet garages
- Carport roofs
- Broken sheets after high winds
- Single and double garage roofs
Duty holders and landlords in N20
Landlords of single homes do not have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but contractors still need to know about asbestos before they work.
For managing agents and freeholders in N20, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades, and condition checked regularly.
What happens next
We clean the area around the garage and check for debris before we leave.
- Tell neighbours if the garage is next to theirs
- Let us know where we can park
- Give us a rough size
- Send photos of the whole garage and the access
Never pressure-wash or brush the roof.
If a sheet breaks in a storm, keep people away from the pieces and ask for advice.
Your options compared
What about painting or overcladding? It can work on a sound roof, but preparing it without disturbing the surface is the hard part. See our guide to repair, paint or replace.
What your quote should include
- What exactly is included: the areas, materials or samples
- Any exclusions
- How fibres will be kept down
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
What affects the price in N20
We base our quote on:
- Licensed or non-licensed
- How many samples are needed
- Waste quantity and disposal
- The size of the job
What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. Every quote is individual.
Photos that help
The most useful photos are:
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- The parking area
- Visible markings
- Approximate dimensions
Include any existing survey or test when you use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
N20: your questions answered
What if the weather’s bad?
That depends: indoor jobs are not affected, but outdoor removal may be rescheduled for safety.
Do you cover N20?
Yes. We cover N20 and the surrounding area as part of Greater London. Tell us the postcode and what you need.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
Testing tells you about particular materials; a survey looks at everything in scope, including things you hadn’t spotted.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Clear photos and measurements are often enough; otherwise we will arrange a visit.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
Never: it’s hazardous waste. We take it to a permitted site with paperwork.
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.
How long does it take to remove a garage roof?
It depends on the size, access and the condition of the sheets, though a single garage is normally quick once we’re set up.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note