Please do not attempt to do anything that disturbs asbestos. If you know it's there, be aware that it may be exposed inadvertently when carrying out renovation or extension work.

The most common ways that you can dispose of asbestos are, in order of safety:

1. Hire a licensed, specialist company to remove it for you . Such companies advertise locally or in the Yellow Pages .
2. Dismantle the structure yourself and engage a licensed waste contractor to dispose of the waste asbestos .
3. Transport it yourself to a site licensed by the Environment Agency such as Wangford Landfill Site . You will need to double wrap the asbestos. You must also call them on 01502 578506 before you visit to advise them of:
   
   • The type of asbestos you wish to dispose of
   • The quantity you wish to bring and
   • Your intended delivery date
   
   On receipt of the asbestos the site will make a charge for disposal based on its weight.

Contact us
 
For further information and advice on the appropriate disposal of cement bonded asbestos materials contact Waveney District Council or Suffolk County Council:

Waveney District Council
Asbestos as a Health and Safety at Work hazard - (Food & Safety team)
Asbestos as a hazard in private accommodation - (Private Sector Housing team)
Asbestos as hazardous waste - (Waste Management Team for advice as to disposal)
Email: environment@waveney.gov.uk
Telephone: 01502 562 111

Suffolk County Council
Telephone: 01473 583250

Wangford Landfill Site:
Telephone: 01502 578506


Consultation

If you have any ideas or suggestions as to how we can improve our services or the information we have provided, then we would be pleased to hear from you. The contact information you require is detailed above.  
 

Frequently asked questions about asbestos