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The town of Ilford, situated in the borough of Redbridge in East London, disposed of over 50,000 tonnes of hazardous waste last year. We may not consider hazardous waste to be something that affects our day to day lives; however, one of the most common types of hazardous waste can be found inside your home or business. Asbestos is a material made of microscopic fibres and was used a lot in construction until it was banned in the UK in 1999. Asbestos is most commonly found in flooring, roofing, pipes and boilers in commercial and residential properties built before the year it was banned.

Due to its use as insulation, many people are not aware of the asbestos in their homes. Prolonged exposure to asbestos that has been disturbed or damaged can cause serious long-term illnesses and diseases, but if left untouched, asbestos causes little to no health risk. Neither the town of Ilford or Redbridge Borough Council offer their own asbestos removal or collection service, and Chigwell Reuse and Recycling Centre (RRC) does not accept asbestos. However, due to the public health risks posed by asbestos, Redbridge Council directs residents toward the City of London’s hazardous waste collection service for asbestos removal services. The Jenkin’s Lane RRC in Newham also has the facilities to accept asbestos in small amounts, though you must call in advance and make the staff aware of what you plan to dispose of there.

At Wayst, we help residents and business owners in Ilford dispose of their asbestos by connecting them with our network of highly trained asbestos removal teams. We strongly urge you to use a professional service when it comes to removing asbestos from your home or business, due to the duty of care laws that govern workplaces. As part of the Wayst platform we ensure that our partners dispose of asbestos in a safe and responsible way.
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Price of asbestos removal in Ilford

If you wish to have an asbestos survey conducted, a surveyor starts around £100+VAT and depends mostly on the size of the building and samples needed. Additionally, a handful of asbestos removal companies operate within Ilford and the surrounding area, providing both asbestos removals and collections for both residential and commercial properties. Viat the Wayst platform we offer free quotes for the work involved which varies considerably on the scope of the job required. For example, removing a garage roof starts at just under £400+VAT. Conversely, removal of asbestos artex (a decorative surface coating) from the ceiling of two rooms can cost up to £2000+VAT.
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How dangerous is asbestos?

Estimates suggest that an average of 13 people a day die of an asbestos-related illness in the UK. Most of those affected by these illnesses are tradespeople who work on buildings containing asbestos, so it is vital to check that your property is asbestos-free before having work carried out on it. The danger of asbestos is not usually an immediate one, as most of the related illnesses stem from long-term exposure to asbestos fibres, however, symptoms of these illnesses usually only appear decades after exposure and so they can be hard to treat.

Broken or damaged asbestos is the most dangerous state of this material; the tiny fibres escape into the air and can cause damage and scarring to the throat and lungs. Exposure to these fibres can result in illnesses similar to those caused by smoking, as well as painful respiratory issues that lead to difficulty breathing over time. Checking and testing for asbestos is the best way to limit the chance of it negatively affecting you or your contractors.
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How is asbestos removed?

Due to the relatively recent ban on asbestos, the older a building is, the more likely it is to contain it. Estimates suggest that the wide use of asbestos in construction means that almost 50% of homes have some form of asbestos inside. If you wish to conduct a renovation on a property that may contain asbestos, it is crucial to do a thorough and correct asbestos check first, however, we do not recommend that you conduct these tests yourself. Asbestos is most commonly found in insulation, guttering, boilers and pipes.

If you suspect that asbestos may be present in insulation material, for example, it may be difficult to visually confirm. We suggest that you have materials tested before attempting to remove or dispose of them, this will help keep you safe from the hazardous material. Our professional and well trained asbestos removal partners can carry out the test who will pass test samples on to a specialised testing facility. Our asbestos partners offer these asbestos surveys to homes and businesses in Ilford, with test results available within a few days. All asbestos testing labs in the UK must be certified by the Environmental Protection Agency under the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act.
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How is asbestos removed?

If you need to have asbestos removed from your home or business in Ilford, the method of removal will depend on the state of the asbestos. If the material is in good condition, then it may be possible to seal it by spraying it with an adhesive, preventing any future damage or dust escaping, reducing the potential risks significantly compared to disturbing it during removal. An unlicensed contractor could also legally help with removing asbestos cement or similar asbestos products as long as the condition is not too bad. It is worth remembering that as time goes by, the state of the asbestos will deteriorate, so it is important to act sooner rather than later.

Here at Wayst, we strongly suggest leaving any work with asbestos to our trained asbestos removal partners. Not only are they licensed to remove hazardous materials, but they are also trained extensively in the correct procedures of asbestos removal. Removal teams come equipped with the correct PPE, like respirators and other useful tools for the job. Our asbestos teams utilise specialised vacuum tools to ensure that none of the potentially lethal dust is left behind, along with a strict cleaning practise of mopping and wiping down areas that have come into contact with the asbestos. Our partners then transport the asbestos to specialist waste transfer sites around the Ilford area to be safely disposed of.
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What you need to know about Ilford

Ilford

Ilford is a large and bustling town within the North circular ring road and part of the metropolitan area of Greater London in the London borough of Redbridge. Its position as a thoroughfare on the London to Colchester Rd and its subsequent railway development aided its growth during the 19th and 20th century, and large residential neighbourhoods are now developed around the main commercial town centre. Ilford’s most recent expansion was due to the 2012 Olympics in nearby Stratford during which time it was frequented as a popular tourist destination for people attending the events. Ilford has a strong and active retail sector which provides employment and contributes greatly to the local economy, and the Exchange Shopping Centre located on Ilford High Road, has been a popular retail destination since it opened in 1991. Another pull for residents and visitors to the area is the Kenneth More Theatre which runs an annual pantomime season during December and January and is particularly popular with young families. The area is also set to see further development as a result of the Elizabeth line railway station, and several modern new builds have recently bought an influx of first time buyers to the area.

  • Population Size 584,998
  • Active Businesses 1,088
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)245,316
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 102,125

What are the different ways to dispose of waste in Ilford?

Private junk and waste collection in Ilford can be booked through several waste management companies in the surrounding area and includes skip hire, property clearance, and a nearby car scrapping collection service. There are also several man and van and home and office clearance services available, Including an environmentally friendly waste disposal company near Hainault Forest Country Park. There is also a dedicated IT recycling centre in IG3 and a waste electricals and electrical equipment (WEEE) recycling service in Barkingside.

The local authority for Ilford is the London borough of Redbridge Who provide the standard bins waste and recycling services to residents in the area, and other ways of disposing of specialised waste in the most economical way possible. There is also a tip in Chigwell operated by the east London waste authority that residents can use. The London borough of Redbridge does provide general rubbish collection for commercial and trade waste; however business recycling will need to be booked with an independent licenced waste carrier.
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Where are the nearest recycling centres in Ilford

The Chigwell Road tip for reuse and recycling is the designated civic amenity for Redbridge. Residents from Ilford can access this site on Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM and from 8:00 AM till 4:00 PM at weekends. There are two alternative sites on Gerpins Lane and Jenkins Lane Which both have slightly longer opening hours. Ilford residents will need to take a form of ID in order to be permitted to tip And the advice on the council website says it is best to avoid travelling to and from the tip during rush hour or if the visit is not essential.

There are also 11 recycling points around the main residential area in Ilford shown on an interactive map on the Redbridge council website. Several of the mini recycling sites have been strategically placed behind the main town centre area around Winston Way. Audrey Rd and Riches Road accept the widest variety of materials including shoes and textiles. Eight out of the 9 remaining micro recycling sites in Ilford collect paper glass cans and plastic except for the bins situated in the Prince of Wales car park on Connaught Rd which only take paper and glass.
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What rubbish collection services are available in Ilford?

There are some competitively priced home and office clearance services available in the area, however it is in the best interests of residents to make sure that waste carriers hold a valid licence and are compliant with statutory requirements and government guidelines that are in place to avoid fly tipping and to protect the environment.

The London borough of Redbridge provides households in Ilford with general domestic waste collection and recycling collection. There is also a guide on the Redbridge borough council website for those living in flats or above shops about recycling and requesting refuse sacks. Clinical waste bags and sharps containers can be collected on request, and garden waste is also collected free of charge once every two weeks.

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How is the local authority in Ilford handling your waste?

Ilford residents can access the tip on Chigwell Rd to dispose of reusable items such as bikes furniture paint and printer cartridges. Bikes are refurbished and then redistributed by ‘recycles’ which is operated by the Salvation Army, and other reusable items are donated to charity refurbished or resold at a low cost. The Chigwell Road recycling centre can take in a wide variety of materials that are normally difficult to dispose of Such as car batteries, fluorescent tubes, hard plastic tyres and engine oil. These materials can be sent to specialised materials recovery facilities where they are broken down and reprocessed Instead of being disposed of.

Ilford Council's Waste Management Performance:

· Overall annual spend on waste management £22,814,924.73
· What this spend equates to per resident £39
· Landfill rate 57.44%
· Reuse and recycling rate 41.63%
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What are the plans for a greener future in Ilford?

As part of a multimillion-pound investment into the regeneration of Ilford and its future development the Ilford garden junction is planned to create a ‘green gateway’ between the boroughs of Redbridge and Newham. Funding from the Greater London Authority for air quality will be used to fund the project aimed at creating better air quality and an open green space along the River Roding and around the A406 flyover junction. The green gateway aims to improve provision for both pedestrians and cyclists to use the connecting road between the two boroughs. Additionally, the planting of shrubs and trees along the roadside will reduce the amount of carbon dioxide in the air and nitrogen dioxide from the atmosphere caused by traffic fumes. Planting along the green gateway will also help to reduce noise pollution from the road and creates a barrier between pedestrians and motorists.
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