Asbestos soffits, gutters, fascias and cladding removal in Manchester

Asbestos cement was used for gutters, downpipes, flue pipes, wall panels and under-eaves boards on many mid-century buildings around Manchester. They behave like the roof sheets: low risk when intact, but sensitive to drilling, cutting and power-washing.

A contractor samples and removes them as part of the same job, using wet methods and wrapped waste. Doing it together means fitting new rainwater goods and a new fascia straight after.

How the job runs

1. 1

   Identify every material

   The roof, soffits, gutters and cladding are checked and sampled where needed.

2. 2

   Remove in sequence

   Components are unfixed whole, lowered by hand and double-wrapped.

3. 3

   Make good

   New fascias, soffits and gutters are fitted so the building is weathertight.

4. 4

   Clear and certify

   Waste leaves with a registered carrier and you receive the paperwork.

What affects the price

• Length of gutters and eaves
• Height and scaffold needs
• Number of cladding panels
• New soffit, fascia and gutter specification
• Whether the roof is being removed at the same time

Common questions