DUNKS Posted January 23, 2022 Report Share Posted January 23, 2022 Hi has anyone had an asbestos four inch OD gas boiler flue removed? Thinking of swopping my old boiler for a combi which makes the old flue redundant and it could stay in place. We do have an asbestos removal company local who I can ask, but any other suggestions? It's a long flue from ground floor up through the roof. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old man Posted January 23, 2022 Report Share Posted January 23, 2022 10 minutes ago, DUNKS said: Hi has anyone had an asbestos four inch OD gas boiler flue removed? Thinking of swopping my old boiler for a combi which makes the old flue redundant and it could stay in place. We do have an asbestos removal company local who I can ask, but any other suggestions? It's a long flue from ground floor up through the roof. First thought, why change if working as gas soon to be as vilified as coal? Be patient? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUNKS Posted January 23, 2022 Author Report Share Posted January 23, 2022 13 minutes ago, old man said: First thought, why change if working as gas soon to be as vilified as coal? Be patient? Good thinking batman but the old boiler keeps failing, we think it's the gas valve. It's just unreliable, Just spent two days in the cold. New valve for my boiler is unobtainable. Been looking for ages. We are both 85 so not much bothered about future legislation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benthejockey Posted January 23, 2022 Report Share Posted January 23, 2022 If its not going to break up as you remove it you can get bags from your local tip and book it in with them and they'll take small amounts. Our tip at Craven Arms will supply the plastic to double wrap it, you phone up and book a time slot so they can unlock the bin and that's it. They're not allowed to help you move it though so make sure you don't make the packages too big to lift yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harrycatcat1 Posted January 23, 2022 Report Share Posted January 23, 2022 3 hours ago, DUNKS said: Hi has anyone had an asbestos four inch OD gas boiler flue removed? Thinking of swopping my old boiler for a combi which makes the old flue redundant and it could stay in place. We do have an asbestos removal company local who I can ask, but any other suggestions? It's a long flue from ground floor up through the roof. I'd be inclined to leave it in place for the next incumbent to sort out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnfromUK Posted January 23, 2022 Report Share Posted January 23, 2022 23 minutes ago, Benthejockey said: If its not going to break up as you remove it you can get bags from your local tip and book it in with them and they'll take small amounts. Our tip at Craven Arms will supply the plastic to double wrap it, you phone up and book a time slot so they can unlock the bin and that's it. They're not allowed to help you move it though so make sure you don't make the packages too big to lift yourself. Similar here - except you had to supply the bags and double wrap and seal with tape. I did a register plate from an old fireplace (now replaced with some sort of approved replacement) and also soaked it well to prevent any dust. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUNKS Posted January 23, 2022 Author Report Share Posted January 23, 2022 27 minutes ago, harrycatcat1 said: I'd be inclined to leave it in place for the next incumbent to sort out. I think this is the best plan, It's not really in the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old man Posted January 23, 2022 Report Share Posted January 23, 2022 (edited) 3 hours ago, DUNKS said: Good thinking batman but the old boiler keeps failing, we think it's the gas valve. It's just unreliable, Just spent two days in the cold. New valve for my boiler is unobtainable. Been looking for ages. We are both 85 so not much bothered about future legislation. Dunks, maybe put the details up here? Does the person saying not available have an interest in getting you to change? WE outed our old boiler that had functioned for 30 years ish and are now on our second combi. Not noticed the supposed economis promised, now uses 2 galls water to get hot to the tap? Water metered obviously so lose , lose.? Fair bet the spares can be found in Birmingham with a phone around. 8 minutes ago, DUNKS said: I think this is the best plan, It's not really in the way. Spray paint black to seal then leave, will be mistaken for a down pipe? Edited January 23, 2022 by old man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUNKS Posted January 23, 2022 Author Report Share Posted January 23, 2022 No no interest to change. Knowing our boiler is 40 years old we have been looking for a spare gas valve for years. I was prepared to buy to keep just in case. The gas valve is the only thing to go badly wrong. Sorry yours is not a success. I have heard this can be the case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lsto Posted January 23, 2022 Report Share Posted January 23, 2022 (edited) When I moved into my current address we were quoted 300 by an aspestos specialist to remove and dispose of the old boiler flue pipe. For that sort of money it's better to let them have the grief of it. Edited January 23, 2022 by Lsto Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harrycatcat1 Posted January 23, 2022 Report Share Posted January 23, 2022 9 minutes ago, DUNKS said: No no interest to change. Knowing our boiler is 40 years old we have been looking for a spare gas valve for years. I was prepared to buy to keep just in case. The gas valve is the only thing to go badly wrong. Sorry yours is not a success. I have heard this can be the case. We have been in our house for 30 years and our boiler was nowhere near new then. I don't know what I'd do if I had to change it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted January 23, 2022 Report Share Posted January 23, 2022 1 minute ago, harrycatcat1 said: We have been in our house for 30 years and our boiler was nowhere near new then. I don't know what I'd do if I had to change it. Buy a replacement I presume! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harrycatcat1 Posted January 23, 2022 Report Share Posted January 23, 2022 1 minute ago, TIGHTCHOKE said: Buy a replacement I presume! Yes but would it be gas, electric or go back to a back boiler type wood burner it what I meant. The combi's only seem to have a life span of 10 years maximum and are as unreliable as a land rover. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted January 23, 2022 Report Share Posted January 23, 2022 28 minutes ago, harrycatcat1 said: Yes but would it be gas, electric or go back to a back boiler type wood burner it what I meant. The combi's only seem to have a life span of 10 years maximum and are as unreliable as a land rover. Now if Land Rover made boilers, that really doesn't need much thought! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellow Bear Posted January 23, 2022 Report Share Posted January 23, 2022 37 minutes ago, harrycatcat1 said: Yes but would it be gas, electric or go back to a back boiler type wood burner it what I meant. The combi's only seem to have a life span of 10 years maximum and are as unreliable as a land rover. You would be lucky to get 8 years, 6 on the hot water side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuarta Posted January 23, 2022 Report Share Posted January 23, 2022 The asbestos flue pipe is made from asbestos cement and contains crisotile asbestos, often referred to as white asbestos. The HSE website has a booklet called Work with asbestos that does not require a licence. There is a section in there that will tell you the correct method to remove and dispose of the flue. That is the easy part, often where these flues passed through floors, ceiling and roofs installers used asbestos insulation board to pack between the flue and woodwork to prevent heat transfer causing a fire. Asbestos insulation board (AIB) in the trade contains Amosite and often Crocidolite asbestos, often referred to as brown and blue asbestos, these types of asbestos must only be removed by contractors that have a HSE asbestos removal licence. Without surveying and testing any insulation material around the flue my advice is leave it in situ or have a licensed contractor remove it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harrycatcat1 Posted January 23, 2022 Report Share Posted January 23, 2022 12 minutes ago, Yellow Bear said: You would be lucky to get 8 years, 6 on the hot water side. Yes I'm increasingly leaning towards a back boiler type appliance if/when I have to replace it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackpowder Posted January 23, 2022 Report Share Posted January 23, 2022 2 hours ago, DUNKS said: I think this is the best plan, It's not really in the way. Your new boiler will not require a traditional flue, leaving it seems a good idea. Blackpowder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUNKS Posted January 23, 2022 Author Report Share Posted January 23, 2022 1 hour ago, TIGHTCHOKE said: Buy a replacement I presume! If only. You cant use the old flue and where my boiler is it's near impossible to fit a new one in a different place. Also the water cylinder may have to be replaced, making it an expensive job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord O War Posted February 11, 2022 Report Share Posted February 11, 2022 Mesothelioma isnt funny. Either leave it in place or get a licenced removal company in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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