Asbestos Roofs in Kingston upon Thames and Beyond
Concerned about asbestos roofs? Here at Key Asbestos Services Ltd, we frequently receive enquiries across Kingston upon Thames and beyond regarding garage and outbuilding roofs that contain asbestos.
Many such roofs had asbestos added to the cement sheets to improve their durability and fire resistance, so it remains present in many garages constructed up to the late 1990s.
If your roof is in good condition, it does not pose a risk, as the substance is tightly bonded. However, cracked roofs, those with exposed fibres or anyone contemplating a garage renovation demolition project, means there is a strong likelihood of asbestos exposure.Â
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We are trusted asbestos contractors with over a decade of experience working with asbestos roofs and asbestos management services. Asbestos is difficult to identify by sight alone as it’s often mixed in with other materials, so getting a professional opinion about a problem roof is essential. If you ultimately decide to remove your roof, our team can perform the work to an excellent standard in full accordance with safety.
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Professional Asbestos Roof Company in Kingston upon Thames
If you have any concerns about asbestos in your garage roof, our team is here to help. Quite often, it’s perfectly safe to leave a roof in place, unless you are planning to dismantle or remodel your garage. We can remove your garage cement roof, if necessary, along with your cladding and ceiling, so that it is ready for demolition or repurposing.
FAQS
Asbestos cement roofs can last several decades, often forty years or more, but they degrade with age and weather, gradually becoming more brittle and friable. An older, deteriorating roof is worth having assessed, as its condition is what determines the risk.
Avoid disturbing it, and don't attempt patch repairs that could break the sheets. A weathered or leaking cement roof can release fibres as it breaks down, so it's best to have it inspected. We can advise on safe removal or replacement.
Yes — if the roof is intact and undisturbed, it poses little risk in day-to-day living. The sensible approach is to keep an eye on its condition over time and act if it starts to deteriorate or gets damaged.
It isn't illegal to remove non-licensed cement roof sheets, but the work must be done safely and the material disposed of as hazardous waste. Given the risks of breaking the sheets, professional removal is strongly advised. We handle this properly for properties across the region.
Why Choose Key Asbestos Services Ltd?
There are several reasons why homeowners and businesses throughout Kingston upon Thames turn to us for asbestos roof removal:
