Client: PCI
Location: Denbigh House, Milton KeynesProject
Duration:16 weeks
Scope of Works: Asbestos stripping, new composite panel installation, tank house cladding replacement, multiple flat roof installations
Value: £540,000.00
Background
Denbigh House required urgent removal of hazardous asbestos roofing materials alongside comprehensive roof and cladding upgrades. JR Roofing Contracts was engaged to carry out a complex refurbishment involving asbestos removal, installation of new composite panels, and flat roofing across several buildings all while maintaining safety on a live workshop site.
Challenges
Hazardous materials: Asbestos sheets required careful removal under strict health and safety regulations.
Live site: Works were undertaken on an operational site with active workshops, necessitating close coordination with the site and project teams to minimise disruption and ensure safety.
Complex scope: Included multiple flat roofs, tank house cladding, and composite panel installation, all requiring specialist materials and precise installation.
Solution
- Safety measures:Installed safety netting beneath the existing roof before commencing asbestos stripping to protect workers and occupants below.
- Asbestos removal:Conducted careful, controlled asbestos sheet removal by trained personnel following all regulatory protocols.
- Materials:Installed high-performance composite panels, liquid coating systems, Garland felt roofing, and cut-to-fall insulation to ensure durable and thermally efficient result
- Project management:Maintained close liaison with the site and project teams to coordinate works and maintain safe conditions throughout the 16-week programme.
Results
Complete removal of hazardous asbestos roofing materials, eliminating health risks. New roofing and cladding systems installed with a 25-year manufacturer’s guarantee. Significant thermal performance improvements through upgraded insulation and roofing materials.
Zero safety incidents and minimal disruption on a live working site.
