Specialist Asbestos Roofing Contractors for Industrial & Commercial Buildings

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Asbestos roofing remains present on thousands of industrial and commercial buildings across the UK. While asbestos cement roofing was once widely used for its durability and fire resistance, it now presents significant health, safety, and compliance challenges. Managing, repairing, or replacing asbestos roofing requires specialist knowledge, trained personnel, and strict adherence to legislation.

As experienced asbestos roofing contractors, we provide safe, compliant solutions for industrial and commercial buildings, including asbestos roof surveys, repairs, encapsulation, over-roof systems, and full asbestos roof removal.

What Is Asbestos Roofing?

Asbestos roofing typically refers to asbestos cement sheets used on industrial roofs and wall cladding from the 1950s through to the late 1990s. These sheets contain asbestos fibres bonded within cement, making them durable but potentially hazardous if disturbed or damaged.

Common asbestos roofing materials include:

  • Corrugated asbestos cement roof sheets

  • Asbestos wall cladding panels

  • Ridge pieces and roof accessories

When intact and in good condition, asbestos cement can often be managed safely. However, deterioration, breakage, or refurbishment work can release hazardous fibres.

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The Role of Asbestos Roofing Contractors

Asbestos roofing contractors are responsible for safely managing asbestos-containing roofing materials in line with UK health and safety regulations. This includes assessing the condition of asbestos roofs, advising on the most appropriate solution, and carrying out work using controlled methods to prevent exposure.

Our role includes:

  • Identifying asbestos roofing materials

  • Assessing condition and risk

  • Advising on repair, over-roofing, or removal

  • Carrying out compliant roofing works

  • Ensuring safe waste handling where required

Asbestos Roofing Services We Provide

Asbestos Roof Surveys & Assessments

Before any work is carried out, an asbestos roof assessment is essential. We inspect the condition of asbestos cement roofing to determine whether it can be safely managed, repaired, over-roofed, or requires removal.

Asbestos Roof Removal

Where asbestos roofing is severely deteriorated, leaking, or no longer suitable for refurbishment, full removal may be required. Removal is carried out using strict safety controls and compliant waste disposal procedures.

Asbestos Roof Repairs

Minor damage to asbestos cement roofing can sometimes be repaired without removal. Repairs are carried out using controlled techniques that avoid disturbing asbestos fibres while restoring weatherproofing.

Replacement Industrial Roofing

Following asbestos removal, we install modern industrial roofing systems that meet current performance, insulation, and safety standards.

Asbestos Over-Roof Systems

An asbestos over-roof involves installing a new roofing system over the existing asbestos roof, encapsulating the material and avoiding disturbance. This is often the most cost-effective solution where the asbestos roof remains structurally sound.

Types of Buildings

We work across a wide variety of building types, including warehouses, factories, agricultural units, distribution centres, workshops, and commercial premises. Each project is assessed on an individual basis to determine the safest and most effective approach to asbestos management or removal.

When Do You Need an Asbestos Roofing Contractor?

You may require specialist asbestos roofing contractors if:

  • Your building has an aging asbestos cement roof

  • The roof is leaking or damaged

  • Refurbishment or redevelopment is planned

  • The building use is changing

  • Compliance concerns have been identified

  • Ongoing maintenance is no longer viable

Early professional advice helps prevent unnecessary risk and expense.

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Health, Safety & Legal Compliance

All asbestos roofing work is governed by strict legislation, including:

  • Control of Asbestos Regulations

  • Health & Safety at Work Act

  • HSE guidance on asbestos cement

  • CDM Regulations

We produce detailed risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) for every project and ensure all operatives are trained, equipped, and competent.

All works are carried out in line with current regulations. Our operatives hold:

  • UKATA Asbestos Awareness Level 2 (Non-licensed removal)

In addition to asbestos awareness training, all operatives are experienced roofing professionals, specialising in sheeting and cladding systems. This ensures work is completed safely and to a high standard.

Waste Handling & Disposal

All asbestos waste is handled in accordance with current regulations. We work with licensed waste carriers and reputable disposal partners, ensuring:

  • Safe containment and transport of materials

  • Full documentation and consignment notes

  • Compliant disposal at authorised facilities

This ensures complete traceability and peace of mind for clients.

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Industries We Work With

We deliver industrial roofing services across a wide range of sectors, including:

Warehousing and logistics

Manufacturing and production

Food processing and cold storage

Energy and utilities

Agriculture and infrastructure

Asbestos Roofing on Live Industrial Sites

Typical Project Scale

We deliver projects of all sizes, including:

  • Small remedial and repair works

  • Partial roof replacements

  • Large-scale strip and re-sheet projects

Each project is planned to suit site constraints, programme requirements, and operational needs.

Many asbestos roofing projects are carried out on live industrial sites where businesses remain operational. We plan works carefully to minimise disruption while maintaining strict safety controls, including exclusion zones, controlled access, and clear communication with site management.

Benefits of Using Professional Asbestos Roofing Contractors

  • Reduced health and safety risk

  • Full legal compliance

  • Clear guidance on best-value solutions

  • Safe long-term management of asbestos

  • Improved building performance and lifespan

Attempting to work on asbestos roofing without specialist contractors is unsafe and can result in serious legal consequences.

Why Choose Us as Your Asbestos Roofing Contractors?

  • Extensive experience with industrial asbestos roofs

  • Fully trained and insured teams

  • Honest advice on repair vs replacement

  • Safe, compliant working practices

  • Minimal disruption to operations

  • End-to-end project management

  • We operate on a UK-wide basis, supporting clients across multiple locations with consistent standards, compliance, and delivery.

We focus on providing practical, compliant solutions that protect both people and property.

Areas We Regularly Service

Yorkshire

North West

Midlands

  • Nottingham

  • Derby

  • Leicester

Here at Leafield Projects, we provide industrial roofing services to businesses up and down the country.

While our service cover the entirety of the UK, most of our clients are in Yorkshire, the North West, and Midlands.

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  • "Leafield Projects carry out both major and minor works on various Kerry Logistics sites. The overroof of our Broadoak site was an example of the innovate approach they take towards projects. Their professional manner and high quality service leads us to retaining their service.”

    Mark Hunt - Warehouse / Maintenance Manager

  • "Leafield Projects have carried out various roofing works to Dulux Decorator Centres for some years now and have carried out work to a high standard, with a priority placed on health and safety, which as a company we class as a major issue with all work carried out at the stores."

    Mike Dwyer - DDC Maintenance Manager

  • "Leafield Projects undertake a wide range of roofing work at various Saint Gobain Distribution sites including Jewson and Graham branches and have met or exceeded our expectations. For minor repairs to major projects Leafield Projects come highly recommended."

    Keith Wadsworth - Property Maintenance Manager

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