Liverpool · Bootle · Birkenhead · St Helens · Southport
Asbestos removalacross Liverpooland Merseyside
Safe removal of asbestos roofs, ceilings and lagging for homes, farms, schools and warehouses, with a new roof and solar if you want them. Not sure what you have? A survey report takes 24 to 48 hours.
- Accredited, insured contractors
- BOHS P402 surveys, UKAS-accredited labs
- Registered waste carriers, full paperwork
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.
Your new roof
Deeply corrugated or box profile. Solar if you want it.
After the asbestos is out, pick the roof that suits the building. Each option is quoted separately, so you choose how far to go.
Deeply corrugated steel
Classic wave look that matches the old sheets. Strong, light and quick to fit.
- Insulated or plain
- Garages, sheds, barns
- Many colours
Box profile sheeting
Flat-topped ribs with wide spans. The standard choice for larger commercial and agricultural roofs.
- Single skin or insulated panels
- Barns, units, warehouses
- Long spans, fewer fixings
Solar panels on top
Once the new roof is on, panels can go straight onto it. Any battery is installed inside the building, never outside.
- Fitted to the new roof
- Priced separately
- Skip it if you do not need it
Everything we cover
Surveys first, then everything after
Domestic, commercial, industrial, agricultural and public-sector. Surveys, removal, new roofs, solar, clearance and disposal.
Survey & testing
If you are not sure what you have, start with a sample or a survey.
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Management survey
A management survey finds and records asbestos that could be disturbed during normal use of a building.
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Refurbishment & demolition survey
Before any building work, a refurbishment and demolition survey finds asbestos in the areas that will be disturbed.
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Air testing & clearance
After higher-risk work, a clearance check confirms the area is safe to use again.
Learn moreGarage & shed roofs
The most common domestic asbestos job in Liverpool: 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.
Learn moreArtex & ceilings
Textured coatings applied before the mid-1980s can contain asbestos.
Learn morePipe 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.
Learn moreCommercial & industrial
Warehouses, workshops and industrial units around Liverpool 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.
Learn moreSchools & 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.
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Waste collection & disposal
Already have asbestos sheets or bags that need to go? A registered carrier can collect them, take them to a permitted site and give you the paperwork.
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.
After the survey
Asbestos found? We can take it from there.
If your survey finds asbestos, we introduce an independent contractor for removal, a new roof and solar panels. You choose how far to go.
- Garage roofs off, new roofs on, solar on top
- Ceilings, lagging, floor tiles, farms, schools and warehouses
- Waste collection and clearance certificates
On site
What a controlled job looks like
Accreditations
We only work with accredited companies
Every surveyor, laboratory and contractor we introduce holds the credentials below.
Credentials are held by our independent partner surveyors, laboratories and contractors, not by this introduction service. Ask the contractor to show current certificates before work starts.
Where
Across Liverpool, Merseyside and the Wirral
Liverpool, Bootle, Birkenhead, Wallasey, Crosby, Southport, St Helens, Knowsley and the Wirral, plus the Cheshire and Lancashire borders.
Guides
Read first, then decide
Which asbestos survey do I need?
There are three common choices.
Read guideHow much does an asbestos survey cost in Liverpool?
Prices depend on the survey type and the number of samples.
Read guideWhat happens during an asbestos survey?
A survey is calm and quick.
Read guideAsbestos survey before buying or selling a house
An old garage roof or textured ceiling can come up in a sale.
Read guideBOHS P402 and UKAS: what do they mean?
A good asbestos survey rests on two things: a trained surveyor and an accredited laboratory.
Read guideIs my garage roof asbestos?
Corrugated cement garage and shed roofs built before 2000 often contain asbestos.
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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