Garage and shed roofs
Corrugated asbestos cement sheets removed whole and wrapped for disposal.
Asbestos removal · Ipswich and Suffolk
Asbestos removal in Ipswich
Safe removal and disposal of asbestos from homes, garages, sheds, farms and commercial buildings, carried out under the Control of Asbestos Regulations.
- Testing before any removal
- Licensed contractors for higher-risk work
- Hazardous waste paperwork provided
Asbestos removal: what to expect
Asbestos was widely used in UK buildings until it was banned in 1999, so any home or commercial building built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it. It is only dangerous when disturbed, which is why it matters most when you are renovating, demolishing a garage or clearing out an old building.
In Ipswich, the most common asbestos we deal with is asbestos cement: corrugated garage and shed roofs, wall panels, soffits, gutters and old water tanks. We also deal with floor tiles, textured ceiling coatings and other materials found during refurbishments.
The work we carry out depends on the type of asbestos. Lower-risk materials such as asbestos cement can be removed by trained, non-licensed operatives following strict controls. Higher-risk materials such as pipe lagging, sprayed coatings and asbestos insulating board must be removed by a contractor licensed by the Health and Safety Executive, and we arrange that work through licensed partners.
Asbestos we remove
Wall panels and soffits
Cement panels from outbuildings, extensions and eaves.
Water tanks and flues
Asbestos cement tanks in lofts and old boiler flues.
Floor tiles
Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles and the adhesive beneath them.
Textured coatings
Ceiling coatings removed under controlled conditions.
Fly-tipped asbestos
Dumped sheets and bags cleared from private land.
Licensed and non-licensed asbestos work
| Material | Typical risk | Who removes it |
|---|---|---|
| Asbestos cement sheets and tanks | Lower | Trained non-licensed operatives |
| Textured coatings | Lower to medium | Trained operatives; some work is notifiable |
| Floor tiles | Lower | Trained non-licensed operatives |
| Asbestos insulating board (AIB) | Higher | HSE-licensed contractor |
| Pipe lagging and sprayed coatings | Highest | HSE-licensed contractor |
What you need to know about asbestos
Do not break it
Breaking, drilling, sanding or jet-washing asbestos releases fibres. If you think something contains asbestos, leave it alone until it has been tested.
Testing first
A small sample can be taken and sent to an accredited laboratory, usually with results in a few days. See asbestos surveys and testing.
Removing asbestos cement
Sheets are dampened, unbolted and lowered whole wherever possible, then double-wrapped in heavy-duty polythene and labelled. Breaking sheets is avoided because it releases fibres.
Disposal
Asbestos is hazardous waste. It must be taken by a registered carrier to a site permitted to accept it, with a hazardous waste consignment note. You receive a copy for your records.
Household asbestos
Some household recycling centres accept small amounts of wrapped asbestos cement from householders by arrangement. For anything more, or for any trade waste, use a specialist service.
How it works
Survey or sample
We confirm what the material is before any work.
Method and quote
A written method, risk assessment and fixed price.
Safe removal
Controlled removal by trained or licensed operatives with protective equipment.
Disposal and paperwork
Wrapped, labelled and taken to a permitted site with a consignment note.
What affects the price of asbestos removal
Every job is priced individually. These are the main factors.
- Type of asbestos
- Licensed work costs significantly more than asbestos cement removal.
- Quantity
- The area of roof or number of sheets.
- Access
- Working at height or in confined spaces adds time and equipment.
- Testing
- Sampling and lab analysis are priced separately.
- Replacement
- A new roof or cladding after removal is priced separately.
Why choose Ipswich Waste
Registered waste carrier
Every collection comes with a waste transfer note, so you can prove your waste was handled legally.
Recycling first
Waste is sorted at licensed sites so rubble, metal, wood, card and green waste are recycled.
Fixed prices
Clear quotes agreed before we start, including permits and disposal.
Local and fast
Based in Ipswich, with next-day service across most IP postcodes.
Asbestos removal across Ipswich and nearby
We cover Ipswich and the surrounding towns, villages and business parks, including:
- Ipswich town centre
- Ipswich Waterfront
- Chantry
- Whitton
- Rushmere St Andrew
- Kesgrave
- Martlesham
- Woodbridge
- Felixstowe
- Claydon
- Bramford
- Sproughton
- Pinewood
- Copdock
- Capel St Mary
- Hadleigh
- Needham Market
- Stowmarket
- Ransomes Europark
- Futura Park
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if my garage roof is asbestos?
Corrugated grey cement roofs on garages and sheds built before 2000 often contain asbestos. The only way to be sure is to have a sample tested.
Can I remove an asbestos garage roof myself?
Homeowners are not banned from removing small amounts of asbestos cement, but it must be done carefully and disposed of correctly. Using a trained contractor is safer and avoids disposal problems.
Is asbestos cement dangerous?
It is lower risk than other types because the fibres are bound in cement, but it releases fibres if broken, drilled or weathered badly.
Do you remove asbestos lagging?
Pipe lagging and sprayed coatings are licensed work. We arrange removal through HSE-licensed contractors.
Will I get paperwork?
Yes. You receive a hazardous waste consignment note showing where the asbestos was taken.
Can you replace the roof afterwards?
Yes. We can arrange a new roof for garages and sheds once the asbestos has gone.
Book asbestos removal in Ipswich
Tell us what you need and we will confirm a fixed price.