[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":128},["ShallowReactive",2],{"caseStudy:sealed-air-warehouse-facility-st-neots":3},{"id":4,"job_description":5,"location":6,"publish_state":7,"spotlight":8,"title":9,"seo_title":9,"seo_meta_description":10,"slug":11,"og_image_id":12,"main_image_id":13,"main_video_id":14,"summary":10,"work_started_at":15,"work_completed_at":16,"customer_id":14,"enquiry_id":14,"deleted_at":14,"created_at":17,"updated_at":18,"customer":14,"enquiry":14,"main_image":19,"main_video":14,"media_files":26,"og_image":58,"services":62},"01jf00pqsfm7cjhxynrs72ykdn","\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Sealed Air’s St Neots warehouse was a chance to transform an ageing asbestos cement roof into a modern, well-insulated and naturally lit one, without stopping a busy warehouse from working.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Cambridge Roof Exchange stripped and replaced around 5,000m² of roof. The building now has a highly insulated built-up roof system and a new rooflight layout, designed around the existing structure and the way the warehouse runs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">This was a live environment where the day-to-day business operations needed to continue with as little disruption as possible. Fork trucks and staff kept moving throughout the works, and the project was completed on programme with no accidents or incidents.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cdiv dir=\"ltr\">\n\u003Ctable>\n\u003Cthead>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Cth scope=\"col\">Project detail\u003C\u002Fth>\n\u003Cth scope=\"col\">Scope\u003C\u002Fth>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003C\u002Fthead>\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Client\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd>Sealed Air Corporation\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Location\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd>Cromwell Road, St Neots, Cambridgeshire\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Building\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd>Live warehouse\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Project type\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd>Asbestos roof strip and re-roof\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Roof area\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd>Around 5,000m²\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Existing roof\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd>Asbestos cement outer sheets over insulation and plasterboard linings\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>New roof\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd>Built-up system with 0.7mm profiled steel outer sheet\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Insulation\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd>240mm mineral wool\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Roof U-value\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd>0.18 W\u002Fm²K\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Rooflights\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd>New rooflight pattern across the roof\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Programme\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd>12 weeks\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Safety\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd>Zero accidents or incidents\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003C\u002Ftbody>\n\u003C\u002Ftable>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>A Roof That Had Reached the End of Its Life\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">The existing roof was made up of asbestos cement outer sheets over insulation and plasterboard linings. It offered poor thermal performance and let very little natural light into the building. Asbestos cement sheets also become more brittle with age, which makes them harder and riskier to maintain. These are classic \u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Farticles\u002Fsigns-your-commercial-roof-needs-replacing\">signs that a commercial roof needs attention\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Our solution was to remove the asbestos roof completely and replace it with a new, highly insulated built-up roof system. Removing the asbestos takes the risk away for good, rather than leaving it in place under a new covering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">The new system is built up in layers:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul dir=\"ltr\">\n\u003Cli>A 0.7mm walkable steel liner sheet with taped laps, forming the vapour barrier\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>A galvanised bar-and-bracket spacer system fixed into the existing purlins\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>240mm of mineral wool insulation, forming a warm roof construction\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>A new 0.7mm profiled steel outer sheet\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Flashings pressed from the same material as the outer sheet\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>Working in a Live Environment\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">The biggest challenge on this project was not the roof itself but what was happening underneath it. Sealed Air could not close the warehouse, so goods had to keep moving and fork trucks had to keep running every day of the works.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">To make this possible, we constructed tunnels within the building. These gave fork trucks and personnel clear, protected routes through the working areas, largely unhindered by the works happening above.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">The strip-out and re-roofing were planned in phases around the warehouse’s operation, so each area was cleared and coordinated with the client before work began above it. Planning included:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul dir=\"ltr\">\n\u003Cli>Detailed site surveys\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>A full structural assessment\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>A complete design package\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Phasing agreed with the client around their operations\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Regular inspections under CDM 2015\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>Safe Asbestos Removal\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">We carefully stripped the existing asbestos cement outer sheets, together with the old insulation and plasterboard linings. The sheets were removed in a controlled sequence so they were not broken up over the people and stock below, and all waste was disposed of in line with health and safety regulations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Asbestos removal in an occupied building needs careful planning at every stage. Our \u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fservices\u002Fasbestos-removal\">asbestos removal\u003C\u002Fa> work is built around keeping both our team and the client’s team safe while the building stays in use.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>Improved Thermal Performance\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">A key objective of the project was to make the warehouse warmer and more efficient.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">The new built-up system includes 240mm of mineral wool insulation, giving the roof a U-value of 0.18 W\u002Fm²K. That is a major step up from the original roof.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">For commercial properties, upgrading the roof can play an important part in reducing energy demand and \u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Farticles\u002Fhow-your-roof-can-improve-a-commercial-epc-rating\">improving a building’s EPC rating\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>More Natural Light\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">As part of the new roof, we set out a new rooflight pattern. It transmits far more natural light into the building and reduces the warehouse’s reliance on artificial lighting. It has made the building a much more desirable place to work.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>What the Client Said\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">“CRE’s meticulous planning and execution ensured our operations continued smoothly throughout the refurbishment. The transformation of our warehouse is remarkable, and the enhanced natural lighting has significantly improved our work environment.”\u003Cbr>Kevin Gaston, Sealed Air Corporation\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>Built on Relationships\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">It is through the close relationships we form with our customers that a project such as this can be carried out in harmony. That is a testament not only to our relationship with Sealed Air but to our dedicated workforce.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Sealed Air has continued to work with us since. We returned to St Neots for a \u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fcase-studies\u002Froof-replacement-in-st-neots\">phased asbestos roof replacement\u003C\u002Fa> on another of their buildings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>The Result\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">The finished project delivered:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul dir=\"ltr\">\n\u003Cli>Around 5,000m² of asbestos cement roof safely removed\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>A new highly insulated built-up roof system with a U-value of 0.18 W\u002Fm²K\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>A new rooflight pattern bringing far more natural light into the building\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Protective tunnels that kept fork trucks and staff moving throughout\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Warehouse operations kept running for the whole project\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Completion on programme in 12 weeks\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Zero accidents or incidents\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>Does Your Building Have an Asbestos Roof?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">If your building has an ageing asbestos cement roof and it can’t close for the works, we can plan a safe replacement around your operations. Get in touch to discuss your options.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fcontact\">Book a survey today!\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>","St. Neots","Published",false,"Sealed Air Warehouse Facility","This large-scale 5000 m² warehouse refurbishment project based in Saint Neots is the perfect example of what CRE specialise in.","sealed-air-warehouse-facility-st-neots","01jfqz7czpmn0vgdhpwt64jr1r","01jfqzeen9n43a1607awxvq5rp",null,"2022-04-13T09:00:00.000000Z","2022-07-08T09:00:00.000000Z","2024-12-13T12:43:11.000000Z","2026-10-12T12:22:45.000000Z",{"id":13,"alt":14,"path":20,"type":21,"visibility":22,"created_by_id":23,"deleted_at":14,"created_at":24,"updated_at":24,"url":25},"media-files\u002Fsealedair-main-mini.png","Image","Public","01jf7zhwkt8ra9f0004aszb4r2","2024-12-22T20:02:57.000000Z","https:\u002F\u002Fcrex.lon1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\u002Fmedia-files\u002Fsealedair-main-mini.png",[27,35,42,50],{"id":28,"alt":14,"path":29,"type":21,"visibility":22,"created_by_id":23,"deleted_at":14,"created_at":30,"updated_at":30,"pivot":31,"url":34},"01jfqyt2cyc6ktygs0p3evdqd5","media-files\u002Fsealed-air.png","2024-12-22T19:51:49.000000Z",{"case_study_id":4,"media_file_id":28,"id":32,"job_phase":33},"01jfqyt2sfgjb8z2njrx2agmmd","After","https:\u002F\u002Fcrex.lon1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\u002Fmedia-files\u002Fsealed-air.png",{"id":36,"alt":14,"path":37,"type":21,"visibility":22,"created_by_id":23,"deleted_at":14,"created_at":38,"updated_at":38,"pivot":39,"url":41},"01jfqz051kxd7wa06zwg1zzcq7","media-files\u002Fafter.png","2024-12-22T19:55:08.000000Z",{"case_study_id":4,"media_file_id":36,"id":40,"job_phase":33},"01jfqz05eddnzqnngntghj5xr9","https:\u002F\u002Fcrex.lon1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\u002Fmedia-files\u002Fafter.png",{"id":43,"alt":14,"path":44,"type":21,"visibility":22,"created_by_id":23,"deleted_at":14,"created_at":45,"updated_at":45,"pivot":46,"url":49},"01jfqz0vb78yhk4c24dwh18qca","media-files\u002Fduring.png","2024-12-22T19:55:31.000000Z",{"case_study_id":4,"media_file_id":43,"id":47,"job_phase":48},"01jfqz0w965h6g2s845g1dpzkw","During","https:\u002F\u002Fcrex.lon1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\u002Fmedia-files\u002Fduring.png",{"id":51,"alt":14,"path":52,"type":21,"visibility":22,"created_by_id":23,"deleted_at":14,"created_at":53,"updated_at":53,"pivot":54,"url":57},"01jfqz1be4mdjjfxn15jng7173","media-files\u002Fbefore.png","2024-12-22T19:55:48.000000Z",{"case_study_id":4,"media_file_id":51,"id":55,"job_phase":56},"01jfqz1bv3pr1kd2dyst73qax5","Before","https:\u002F\u002Fcrex.lon1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\u002Fmedia-files\u002Fbefore.png",{"id":12,"alt":14,"path":59,"type":21,"visibility":22,"created_by_id":23,"deleted_at":14,"created_at":60,"updated_at":60,"url":61},"media-files\u002Fafter-v2.png","2024-12-22T19:59:06.000000Z","https:\u002F\u002Fcrex.lon1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\u002Fmedia-files\u002Fafter-v2.png",[63,80,96,112],{"id":64,"title":65,"slug":66,"seo_title":65,"seo_meta_description":67,"icon_image_id":68,"og_image_id":69,"main_image_id":70,"description":67,"content":71,"publish_state":72,"deleted_at":14,"created_at":73,"updated_at":74,"pivot":75,"icon_image":76},"01jc64an1f57xtd9fz9xerwp6t","Gutter Refurbishment","gutter-refurbishment","Gutter Refurbishment is crucial to ensure that the building remains in good condition and to avoid any damage caused by leaks.","01jhv77yj05bmbtkh2p8ng7jx0","01jfrwc74hz5034tv8wadxf46d","01jfrwcwwqgkjwxw9jpssr0jr1","\u003Cp>Refurbishing gutters on industrial buildings is crucial to ensure that the building remains in good condition and to avoid any damage caused by leaks. At Cambridge Roof Exchange Ltd, we have extensive experience in this area and can provide a range of solutions to meet the specific needs of your building. There are many systems available on the market that can not only stop leaks but also increase gutter capacity, ensuring that your building can handle heavy rainfall without any issues.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>We understand the importance of providing high-quality solutions that are built to last, which is why we work with leading manufacturers to offer warranties of up to 50 years on our gutter systems. Our team of experienced professionals will work with you to identify any issues with your current gutter system and recommend the best solution based on your specific requirements. With our expertise and commitment to quality, you can trust Cambridge Roof Exchange Ltd to deliver the best results for your industrial building.\u003C\u002Fp>","Draft","2024-11-08T14:54:50.000000Z","2025-01-27T14:23:08.000000Z",{"case_study_id":4,"service_id":64},{"id":68,"alt":14,"path":77,"type":21,"visibility":22,"created_by_id":23,"deleted_at":14,"created_at":78,"updated_at":78,"url":79},"media-files\u002Fgutter-v2.svg","2025-01-17T22:48:19.000000Z","https:\u002F\u002Fcrex.lon1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\u002Fmedia-files\u002Fgutter-v2.svg",{"id":81,"title":82,"slug":83,"seo_title":82,"seo_meta_description":84,"icon_image_id":85,"og_image_id":86,"main_image_id":87,"description":84,"content":88,"publish_state":7,"deleted_at":14,"created_at":89,"updated_at":90,"pivot":91,"icon_image":92},"01jc656kdnhaapmsjwj28nzn39","Asbestos Removal","asbestos-removal","Safe asbestos removal across the UK. We remove asbestos cement roof cladding and replace it with modern, compliant materials, even in live environments.","01jhv674zmv8xygtqnwewhn9k6","01jfrvak7dgg2k19qewkm5f449","01jhv52t6h2rpjynzqh74b41as","\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>Industrial Asbestos Roof Removal and Replacement\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>At a glance\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cbr>We safely remove asbestos cement roofs and replace or over-roof them with modern, insulated metal roofing.\u003Cbr>For factories, warehouses and commercial buildings across the UK, often while they stay open.\u003Cbr>\u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fcontact\">Request a survey\u003C\u002Fa> or call 01223 782 085.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Cambridge Roof Exchange removes asbestos cement roofs from industrial and commercial buildings and replaces them with metal roofing built to last for decades. We bring sixty years of industrial roof refurbishment experience. We handle the whole job under one contract: survey review, planning, safe removal, waste disposal and a new watertight roof.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">We are based in Cambridge and work across the UK. Our projects range from a five-week \u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fcase-studies\u002Froof-replacement-in-st-neots\">phased asbestos roof replacement in St Neots\u003C\u002Fa> to a 22-week refurbishment of the 5,000 m² \u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fcase-studies\u002Fsealed-air-warehouse-facility\">Sealed Air warehouse facility\u003C\u002Fa>. Most of this work is carried out in live environments, with buildings staying open while we replace the roof above them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>Why replace an asbestos cement roof?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Asbestos cement sheeting was fitted to thousands of industrial buildings before it was banned in the UK in 1999. Most of those roofs are now past their design life: the sheets turn brittle, fixings rust through and leaks follow. Patching them means disturbing a hazardous material again and again without fixing the real problem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">A planned replacement deals with it once. You get a sound, insulated building that is easier to insure, let or sell. It is also the right first step before solar. For \u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fcase-studies\u002Froof-refurbishment-and-solar-in-bury-st-edmunds\">SRS Aromatics in Bury St Edmunds\u003C\u002Fa>, we replaced the asbestos roof with a 130mm composite system and new rooflights, ready for future solar panels.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>Signs your industrial roof needs attention\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Most asbestos roofs give plenty of warning before they fail. Look out for:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul dir=\"ltr\">\n\u003Cli>Water coming through at laps, fixings or ridges.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Sheets that have cracked, sagged or lost their surface.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Moss and lichen spreading across the roof.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Rusted bolts and hooks holding the sheets down.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Gutters clogged with debris from the sheets.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Condensation dripping inside the building.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Your insurer, landlord or tenant raising the condition of the roof.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">If you recognise any of these, \u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fcontact\">book a roof survey\u003C\u002Fa> and we’ll tell you where you stand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>Our asbestos roof removal process\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Col dir=\"ltr\">\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Survey and review.\u003C\u002Fstrong> We visit the site and review the building’s asbestos refurbishment survey, which is required before any work disturbs the roof. HSE explains what it involves in \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hse.gov.uk\u002Fpubns\u002Fpriced\u002Fhsg264.pdf\">HSG264 Asbestos: The survey guide\u003C\u002Fa>. If you don’t have one, we can arrange it.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Planning.\u003C\u002Fstrong> We produce a site-specific risk assessment and method statement covering access, edge protection, fragile roof controls, exclusion zones and the sequence of works.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Safe removal.\u003C\u002Fstrong> Sheets are removed whole wherever possible to keep breakage and dust to a minimum. Fixings are cut rather than smashed, and sheets are dampened where needed and lowered to the ground under control, following the HSE good practice in \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hse.gov.uk\u002Fpubns\u002Fguidance\u002Fa14.pdf\">Asbestos essentials task sheet a14\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Waste disposal.\u003C\u002Fstrong> All asbestos waste is wrapped, sealed and labelled on site. A registered carrier takes it to a permitted disposal facility, in line with HSE’s \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hse.gov.uk\u002Fpubns\u002Fguidance\u002Fem9.pdf\">guidance on disposal of asbestos waste\u003C\u002Fa>, and you receive the consignment paperwork.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>New roof installation.\u003C\u002Fstrong> The new roof goes on in sections as the old one comes off, so the building is never left open longer than necessary. On our \u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fcase-studies\u002Fcommercial-roof-replacement-in-braintree-essex\">commercial roof replacement in Braintree, Essex\u003C\u002Fa>, we used this approach to strip and replace an ageing asbestos roof over 11 weeks.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Handover.\u003C\u002Fstrong> You receive a handover pack with the waste consignment records, product information and the guarantee for your new roof.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Fol>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>Asbestos roof removal or over-cladding?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Full removal is not always the best option. Where the asbestos cement sheets are intact and the structure underneath is sound, over-roofing can be quicker, cheaper and less disruptive. A new metal roof is fixed over the existing sheets on a spacer system, so the asbestos stays sealed beneath it and is never disturbed. The void between old and new can be filled with insulation to bring the building up to modern thermal standards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">For West Suffolk Council’s occupied industrial units in Haverhill, we installed a new 230mm built-up roof system over the existing asbestos cement roof while the tenants stayed in occupation. Only the asbestos parapet walls were removed, and they were replaced with new clad parapets. Read the \u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fcase-studies\u002Fcommercial-cladding-and-asbestos-removal\">Haverhill over-roofing case study\u003C\u002Fa>, or see the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk\u002FNotice\u002F06e4f3af-babc-49ac-b6be-40d9cf3063dc\">contract award notice on Contracts Finder\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">We assess every building on its merits and set out both options honestly, with the cost, programme and long-term implications of each. \u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fcontact\">Request a survey\u003C\u002Fa> to find out which suits your building.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>Replacement roofing systems\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">We supply and install a full range of metal roofing and cladding systems. These include single skin profiled sheeting for unheated buildings, insulated composite panels for heated warehouses and workshops, and built-up systems where higher thermal or acoustic performance is needed. We also install to manufacturer specifications where a system guarantee is required.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">At \u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fcase-studies\u002Funits20aandbmildenhall\">Units 20A and B in Mildenhall\u003C\u002Fa>, we stripped the asbestos roof and installed composite sheeting with new rooflights in six weeks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">While the roof is open we can also replace rooflights, gutters, valley linings, downpipes, flashings and wall cladding, giving you a complete building envelope from one contractor. At \u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fcase-studies\u002Fluton-ambulance-station\">Luton Ambulance Station\u003C\u002Fa>, the asbestos roof strip and re-sheet was combined with gutter refurbishment and new wall cladding in a single programme.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>Asbestos removal in live environments\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">One of our core strengths is working in live environments. Many of our clients run production lines, warehouses, distribution centres and public services that can’t stop while their roof is replaced. We plan every project around keeping your building open and your people safe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Before work starts, we agree a programme with you that fits around your production, deliveries, shift patterns and peak periods. We set out exclusion zones, safe walkways and access routes together, and brief your staff on what to expect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Works are phased so that only a small section of the roof is open at any time. Areas below the work face can be protected or temporarily cleared to keep stock, machinery and staff away from it. Where a particular area or process is sensitive, we can schedule the work above it for quieter times by agreement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Throughout the project you’ll have a single point of contact who keeps you updated and gives you notice of anything that affects your operations. The \u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fcase-studies\u002Fsealed-air-warehouse-facility\">Sealed Air warehouse in St Neots\u003C\u002Fa> shows this at scale: asbestos removal, a new roof, gutters and rooflights across a 5,000 m² facility in one carefully sequenced programme. In Haverhill, we \u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fcase-studies\u002Fcommercial-cladding-and-asbestos-removal\">over-roofed occupied industrial units\u003C\u002Fa> while the tenants carried on working beneath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>Safety, compliance and accreditations\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">All asbestos work is carried out under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 by trained operatives, following HSE’s \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hse.gov.uk\u002Fasbestos\u002Fessentials\u002F\">Asbestos essentials guidance for non-licensed asbestos work\u003C\u002Fa>. Work at height is planned under the Work at Height Regulations, with suitable access, edge protection and fall prevention on every job.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Cambridge Roof Exchange is an NFRC member, SafeContractor approved and CITB registered. We are certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>Where we work\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">We are based in Cambridge and work across the UK, with most projects in East Anglia, including St Neots, Haverhill, Bury St Edmunds, Mildenhall, Ely and Newmarket. We also deliver further afield, from Braintree to Luton, as our \u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fcase-studies\">case studies\u003C\u002Fa> show.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>Frequently asked questions\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>Can I remove asbestos cement roofing myself?\u003C\u002Fstrong> On an industrial or commercial building, removing an asbestos roof involves work at height on a fragile surface, controlled handling of a hazardous material and regulated waste disposal. It should be planned and carried out by a competent contractor with trained operatives, a proper method statement and the right access equipment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>How do I know if my roof contains asbestos?\u003C\u002Fstrong> Any fibre cement roof sheets fitted before 1999 should be treated as containing asbestos until a survey proves otherwise. The only way to be certain is to have samples analysed as part of an asbestos survey. Don’t drill, cut or jet-wash suspect sheets in the meantime.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>Do I have to remove an asbestos roof?\u003C\u002Fstrong> There is no general legal requirement to remove asbestos cement roofing that is in good condition. Owners and managers of non-domestic buildings do have a duty to manage the asbestos in them. Once the roof is deteriorating, leaking or needs work, replacement or over-roofing is usually the safest and most cost-effective option.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>How long does an asbestos roof replacement take?\u003C\u002Fstrong> It depends on the size of the building and how it is accessed. A smaller unit can take a few weeks, like our \u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fcase-studies\u002Froof-replacement-in-st-neots\">five-week phased replacement in St Neots\u003C\u002Fa>. A large warehouse can take several months, like the \u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fcase-studies\u002Fsealed-air-warehouse-facility\">22-week Sealed Air project\u003C\u002Fa>. We give you a programme with your proposal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>How much does asbestos roof removal cost?\u003C\u002Fstrong> Every roof is different, so we price from a survey of your building. That gives you detailed costings for removal, over-roofing or both, rather than a guess.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>Can my business keep operating during the works?\u003C\u002Fstrong> In most cases, yes. We phase the work section by section and agree exclusion zones and timings with you in advance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>What happens to the asbestos waste?\u003C\u002Fstrong> It is wrapped, sealed and labelled on site, then taken by a registered waste carrier to a permitted disposal facility. You receive the consignment notes for your records.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cstrong>Request an asbestos roof survey\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Have an asbestos roof that’s leaking, failing or due for replacement? Book a survey and we’ll give you a clear, no-obligation proposal for removal, over-roofing or both. Call 01223 782 085, email \u003Ca href=\"mailto:support@cre.me.uk\">support@cre.me.uk\u003C\u002Fa>, or \u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fcontact\">request a survey online\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>","2024-11-08T15:10:06.000000Z","2026-10-09T10:32:20.000000Z",{"case_study_id":4,"service_id":81},{"id":85,"alt":14,"path":93,"type":21,"visibility":22,"created_by_id":23,"deleted_at":14,"created_at":94,"updated_at":94,"url":95},"media-files\u002Fasbestos.svg","2025-01-17T22:30:25.000000Z","https:\u002F\u002Fcrex.lon1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\u002Fmedia-files\u002Fasbestos.svg",{"id":97,"title":98,"slug":99,"seo_title":98,"seo_meta_description":100,"icon_image_id":101,"og_image_id":102,"main_image_id":103,"description":100,"content":104,"publish_state":7,"deleted_at":14,"created_at":105,"updated_at":106,"pivot":107,"icon_image":108},"01jc65z97wb7axzb9ejsajcznq","Commercial Roofing \u002F Cladding","commercial-roofing-cladding","Commercial & industrial roofing and cladding contractor specialising in refurbishment, over-cladding and EPC upgrades. ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001 accredited.","01jhv6e3j176hepvt1sqt6j8sf","01jfryaqm77b41fk7ccjw4t4cb","01jk58j4xe2af7eyr4r3dyc1m7","\u003Cp>We are the premier Cambridge Commercial Roofing and Cladding contractor. With years of experience in the industry, we specialise in the refurbishment of industrial buildings with an emphasis on asbestos removal and replacement, over cladding projects, and upgrading EPC ratings to meet new government guidelines. Our team has the leading in-house expertise for design, management, customer care, and procurement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cfigure class=\"image align-left\">\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcrex.lon1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\u002Fmedia-files\u002Fmark-cre-body.png\" alt=\"MARK LANGLEY - MANAGING DIRECTOR\" width=\"711\" height=\"475\">\n\u003Cfigcaption>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 8pt;\">MARK LANGLEY - CRE OWNER\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\n\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003Cp> \u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>We are proud to have obtained ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO45001 accreditations, which highlights our commitment to quality, environmental management, and health and safety. Our accreditations demonstrate our dedication to providing our clients with the highest standards of service possible. We are constantly striving to improve our processes and procedures to ensure that we maintain these high standards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcrex.lon1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\u002Fmedia-files\u002Froof-body-v2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"711\" height=\"471\">\n\u003Cfigcaption>\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 8pt;\">\u003Ca href=\"..\u002F..\u002F..\u002Fcase-studies\u002Fgreenhill-houses\">GREENHILL HOUSE\u003C\u002Fa> RENOVATION BY CRE\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\n\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003Cp> \u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At Cambridge Roof Exchange Ltd, we have the expertise to deal with projects from the initial enquiry through to completion. We handle all relevant authorities to ensure compliance, including building control and structural compliance. Our team is experienced in dealing with these issues and can provide the necessary advice and support to help our clients navigate the complex regulatory landscape.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All of our staff have a wealth of experience in the industrial roofing and cladding sector, which allows us to provide not only great advice but also recommend the best solutions for your projects. We have worked on many large-scale projects both nationally and internationally, which has given us the experience and expertise to handle complex projects of any size and scope.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcrex.lon1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\u002Fmedia-files\u002Fworkers-body.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"711\" height=\"475\">\n\u003Cfigcaption>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 8pt;\">WE ARE FULLY CERTIFIED PROFESSIONALS WITH YEARS OF EXPERIENCE ONSITE. \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\n\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003Cp>At Cambridge Roof Exchange Ltd, we believe in delivering high-quality services that exceed our clients' expectations. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for our employees and clients and take health and safety very seriously. Our team is dedicated to ensuring that health and safety is at the forefront of everything we do, and we have a dedicated Health and Safety Manager who is accredited to the highest levels.\u003C\u002Fp>","2024-11-08T15:23:35.000000Z","2026-09-03T04:31:01.000000Z",{"case_study_id":4,"service_id":97},{"id":101,"alt":14,"path":109,"type":21,"visibility":22,"created_by_id":23,"deleted_at":14,"created_at":110,"updated_at":110,"url":111},"media-files\u002Froofing.svg","2025-01-17T22:34:12.000000Z","https:\u002F\u002Fcrex.lon1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\u002Fmedia-files\u002Froofing.svg",{"id":113,"title":114,"slug":115,"seo_title":114,"seo_meta_description":116,"icon_image_id":117,"og_image_id":118,"main_image_id":119,"description":116,"content":120,"publish_state":72,"deleted_at":14,"created_at":121,"updated_at":122,"pivot":123,"icon_image":124},"01jezzy2kq4thz7r68q4w39kj1","Industrial Roof Lights","industrial-roof-lights","We remove old degraded industrial roof lights and replace them with new polycarbonate or GRP industrial roof lights.","01jhv67txrf6bm8nesny1rcn33","01jfrz9j25aw0pmbyd40skmqj8","01jfrz8kmyrhxeszxk05tz8xj8","\u003Cp>At Cambridge Roof Exchange, we are experts in the refurbishment of industrial buildings, with a particular specialism in changing industrial roof lights or warehouse roof lights. We understand that roof lights play a vital role in the functionality of industrial buildings, as they allow natural light to enter and reduce the reliance on artificial lighting. We remove old degraded industrial roof lights and replace them with new polycarbonate or GRP, depending on the project requirements. Our team has extensive experience in this area, which enables us to provide our clients with the best solutions for their needs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>We work closely with our clients to ensure that we understand their specific requirements and provide a tailored solution that meets their needs. We are always up-to-date with the latest innovations in the industry, including double and triple skin roof lights, which can help with EPC ratings and condensation issues. These new materials and technologies can help our clients to significantly reduce their energy costs, enhance their working environments, and improve their overall sustainability.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At Cambridge Roof Exchange, we are committed to providing our clients with the best possible service and solutions, and we believe that our expertise in changing roof lights can make a significant difference to the functionality and efficiency of industrial buildings.\u003C\u002Fp>","2024-12-13T12:29:42.000000Z","2025-01-27T14:23:30.000000Z",{"case_study_id":4,"service_id":113},{"id":117,"alt":14,"path":125,"type":21,"visibility":22,"created_by_id":23,"deleted_at":14,"created_at":126,"updated_at":126,"url":127},"media-files\u002Flights.svg","2025-01-17T22:30:47.000000Z","https:\u002F\u002Fcrex.lon1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\u002Fmedia-files\u002Flights.svg",1791809576645]