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RAAC removal service
Safe removal for buildings affected by RAAC.
Our RAAC removal service
At Umberslade, we specialise in the safe and efficient removal of RAAC across a wide range of sectors. We work with public bodies, estates managers, contractors, and duty holders to deliver full removal works.
Our service includes:
Safe removal and disposal – compliant with HSE guidance and site-specific safety plans
Full project management – minimising disruption to your building operations
Recycle 100% at our own onsite facility
Why Umberslade?
With decades of experience working on complex and safety-critical sites, our team understands the urgency and sensitivity of RAAC-related projects. Whether you’re managing a school, hospital, commercial site or military building, we bring the right blend of technical knowledge, health & safety compliance, and client-focused delivery.
Minimum fuss. Maximum service.
We’re dedicated to mimimising fuss and maximising our level of service.
SnagZero embodies our commitment to minimise risk, error & complication and maximise expertise, efficiency & safety to reliably deliver a high-quality project.
What is RAAC?
Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) is a lightweight, precast concrete material used in construction from the 1950s through to the 1990s. While it offered a cost-effective, easy-to-install alternative to traditional concrete, RAAC has since been identified as a structural risk – particularly as it ages. It lacks the durability of conventional concrete and can deteriorate without visible warning signs.
Where is RAAC found?
RAAC was commonly used in:
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Schools and universities
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Hospitals and clinics
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Offices and public sector buildings
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Housing developments
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Military and MOD sites
It is often found in roof planks, floor slabs, and wall panels – especially in buildings constructed or refurbished in the post-war period.
Why RAAC needs to be removed
RAAC has been classed as a potentially dangerous material due to its tendency to suddenly fail, particularly when exposed to moisture or if poorly maintained. In some cases, unexpected collapses have occurred, prompting national safety reviews and large-scale assessments across public and private estates.
Authorities including the Department for Education and NHS England have advised building owners to urgently assess, and in many cases, remove and replace RAAC components.
Our waste recycling process is carefully tracked and documented.
We provide our clients with a recycling report for their project in compliance with BREEAM and other UK standards.