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Asbestos removalacross GreaterManchester
Garage roofs off and new roofs on. Ceilings, lagging, farms, schools and mills. Not sure what you have? Start with a survey and get your report in 24 to 48 hours.
- BOHS P402 qualified surveyors
- UKAS-accredited lab analysis
- Independent, insured contractors
Roof off, roof on
One scaffold. Old roof out, new roof on, solar on top.
Tap through the stages. Removal on its own is always an option. The new roof and the solar panels are quoted separately.
Old asbestos cement roof
Cracked, mossy sheets on a 1960s sectional garage. Do not drill, scrub or power-wash it.
Controlled removal
Operatives in coveralls and respirators unfix sheets whole, lower them by hand and double-wrap them on polythene.
New corrugated steel roof
The same garage with a deeply corrugated insulated steel roof, fitted while the scaffold is still up.
Solar panels on top
Once the roof is new, panels can go on it. Any battery stays inside the garage.
Everything we cover
Fourteen kinds of asbestos work, one enquiry
Domestic, commercial, industrial, agricultural and public-sector. Surveys, removal, new roofs, solar, clearance and disposal.
Garage & shed roofs
The most common domestic asbestos job in Manchester: a garage, shed or lean-to with its original corrugated cement roof.
Learn moreNew roof afterwards
Taking the old roof off is the hard part.
Learn moreSolar on the new roof
A garage roof facing the right way is a good place for solar panels, but not while it is asbestos cement.
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Survey & testing
If you are not sure what you have, start with a sample or a survey.
Learn moreArtex & ceilings
Textured coatings applied before the mid-1980s can contain asbestos.
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Pipe lagging
Old pipe lagging, boiler casings and insulation board are among the higher-risk asbestos materials.
Learn moreFloor tiles & bitumen
Old thermoplastic and vinyl floor tiles, and the black bitumen glue under them, can contain asbestos.
Learn moreSoffits, gutters & cladding
Garages and houses with asbestos roofs often have asbestos in the soffits, gutters, downpipes or cladding as well.
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Commercial & industrial
Warehouses, workshops and industrial units around Manchester often have asbestos in roofs, cladding, ducts, floor tiles or insulation board.
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Farms & barns
Farm barns, livestock sheds and stores built before 2000 often have big asbestos cement roofs.
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Schools & public
Schools and public buildings carry the strictest expectations.
Learn moreGarage demolition
If the garage has reached the end of its life, the asbestos has to come out before the walls come down.
Learn moreHow it works
From photo to finished job in five steps
No pressure and no obligation. You decide at each step how far to go.
Start with a photo- 1
Send photos
Name, phone, postcode and up to five photos of the roof, ceiling or pipework.
- 2
Survey if you are unsure
A BOHS P402 surveyor takes a small sample. UKAS-accredited lab analysis. Report in 24 to 48 hours.
- 3
We introduce one contractor
One suitable independent contractor reviews your enquiry and calls you, usually within a working day.
- 4
Written quote
Removal, new roof and solar, each priced separately so you choose how far to go.
- 5
Safe removal and handover
Controlled work, wrapped waste, registered carrier, paperwork and a clean site.
Survey first
Not sure what you have? Find out in 24 to 48 hours.
A BOHS P402 qualified surveyor takes a small sample safely. The sample is analysed by a UKAS-accredited laboratory. You get a written report, usually within 24 to 48 hours.
- Management, refurbishment and demolition surveys
- Single-sample testing for garage roofs and ceilings
- Air testing and clearance certificates
On site
What a controlled job looks like
Where
Across Greater Manchester and beyond
Manchester, Salford, Stockport, Bolton, Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Trafford, Wigan and Tameside, plus Cheshire and Lancashire borders.
Guides
Read first, then decide
Is my garage roof asbestos?
Corrugated cement garage and shed roofs built before 2000 often contain asbestos.
Read guideRemove or cover an asbestos roof?
An asbestos cement roof in good condition can sometimes be left or sealed.
Read guideWhat does asbestos removal cost in Manchester?
There is no single price.
Read guideWhat happens on the day of an asbestos removal?
A well-run job is controlled and quiet.
Read guideAsbestos in farms, schools and commercial buildings
Non-domestic buildings carry legal duties.
Read guideWhere to dispose of asbestos in Manchester
Asbestos waste is hazardous.
Read guideFAQ
Questions people ask first
Is asbestos dangerous if I leave it alone?
Undamaged asbestos cement is generally low risk. The danger is dust released when it is drilled, sanded, broken or power-washed. If it is cracked, crumbling or mossy, get it looked at rather than disturbing it yourself.
How do I know if something is asbestos?
You cannot tell by eye. Roofs, ceilings, pipe lagging and floor tiles in buildings from before about 2000 may contain it. A sample tested by a laboratory is the only reliable answer.
Can I remove it myself?
We do not recommend it. Breaking or dropping sheets releases fibres, and the waste must be double-wrapped, labelled and taken to a permitted site. Read the HSE guidance first, or get a quote from a trained contractor.
Does it need a licensed contractor?
Asbestos cement roofs are generally non-licensed work. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings or insulating board generally need a licence. Your quote will say which applies.
Do I have to have a new roof fitted?
No. The old roof can be removed on its own, or removed and replaced in one job. Many people choose a new roof straight away because the scaffold is already up.
What happens to the waste?
It is wetted, double-wrapped, labelled and taken to a permitted site by a registered carrier. You should receive waste transfer paperwork.
What should I check before hiring someone?
Ask to see their waste carrier registration, insurance and a method statement. For higher-risk work, ask for their asbestos licence. A good contractor provides these without fuss.
Are you the contractor?
No. We are an introduction service. We pass your enquiry to an independent local contractor, who provides the quote and does the work. See our terms for details.
What do BOHS P402 and UKAS mean?
P402 is a qualification for asbestos surveyors. UKAS is the accreditation body for laboratories. Our partner surveyors use P402-qualified staff and UKAS-accredited laboratories.
How quickly will I get a survey report?
Partner surveyors aim to send reports within 24 to 48 hours of sampling, depending on the laboratory.
Can you fit a new roof and solar panels after the asbestos comes off?
Yes, as optional extras. Tell us when you enquire and the contractor quotes each stage separately.
Ready when you are
Describe the job, add photos and a local contractor will contact you, usually within one working day.
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