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Asbestos soffits, fascias and cladding in Redditch
Flat grey board under the eaves of a 1960s to 1980s house might be asbestos insulating board or asbestos cement. They are often found with other roof details such as bargeboards, cladding panels and old gutters. Do not drill or cut them. Get them checked.
Where it is on a house
Soffits are the boards under the overhang of the roof. Fascias are the boards at the end of the rafters. Both were often made of flat asbestos boards in the mid-twentieth century. Cladding panels on porches, dormers and rear extensions can also be asbestos, as can cement gutters and downpipes.
Why it matters when you change windows or fascias
Replacing a fascia, fitting new guttering or putting in a new roof often involves drilling or cutting these boards. Companies that fit uPVC fascias and soffits are expected to check, but not all do. Ask for written confirmation that they have tested suspect boards before work starts.
Removal and replacement
Intact boards can sometimes be removed carefully, wrapped and replaced with a modern board in the same visit. If the board is fragile or in poor condition, extra controls are used. The contractor will tell you which situation you have after seeing photos.
Who does the work, and what the law expects
Halden Asbestos Removal is an introduction service. We pass your photos and details to an independent contractor, who provides the quote, carries out the work and holds the insurance and any licences required. Most asbestos cement work is non-licensed, but it is still regulated: workers need training, the right equipment and a lawful route for the waste. Some non-licensed work must also be notified to the enforcing authority, and other materials such as insulation board or lagging can need a licensed contractor. The contractor will tell you which applies to your job.
What to send us
- Two or three clear photos of the roof, ceiling or material
- The rough size and what it is attached to
- The age of the building if you know it
- Access: gates, steps, side passages and where a skip could go
- Whether the building is occupied or in use
Prices on this site are guides only. Only the contractor's written quote counts.
How it works.
- 1
Photograph the eaves
Close and wide shots from ground level.
- 2
Identify
A sample may be tested.
- 3
Remove and wrap
Boards unfixed whole and double-wrapped.
- 4
Replace
New soffits, fascias and guttering fitted.
What affects the price.
- Length of eaves
- Height and scaffold
- Condition of boards
- Replacement material
- Gutters and downpipes
Good to know.
Can a uPVC fitter just cover over the old boards?
Sometimes, but drilling through asbestos boards is not safe. The fitter should know what is behind before they fix anything.
How can I tell if my soffits contain asbestos?
You cannot tell by eye. Flat grey boards on pre-2000 houses should be tested.
Do I need scaffold?
For most houses, yes. Scaffold is safer and is usually part of the quote.
Can you replace guttering at the same time?
Yes. Ask for gutters, soffits and fascias to be priced together.
Do you do the work yourselves?
No. We are an introduction service. We pass your photos and details to an independent local contractor, who provides the quote, does the work and issues the waste paperwork.
Is the quote really free?
Yes. Sending your details costs nothing and carries no obligation. The contractor's written quote is what counts, and you can say no.
What should I send?
Two or three clear photos, the rough size of the roof or area, the age of the building if you know it, and a postcode. A phone photo is fine.
Where we cover.
Redditch, its neighbourhoods and the towns and villages around it.
Send a photo and get a written quote.
A local contractor reviews your photos and details, then replies with a written quote. Free to ask, no obligation.
Prefer to talk?
01527 000 000