Kent · England
Asbestos Removal for Crayford
Buildings in Crayford built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Our asbestos removal service covers asbestos removal with waste paperwork.
- Artex ceilings before renovation
- Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
- Old cold water tanks
Asbestos help in Crayford
Asbestos removal near Crayford
In homes, in Crayford as elsewhere, the usual materials are cement products, textured coatings and floor tiles. Work on these is generally non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed under HSE guidance, which still means proper controls. Whether it’s old floor tiles and black adhesive and Artex before plastering, we cover cement soffits, water tanks and textured coatings and more.
In areas like Crayford, we often remove garage roofs and old sheds, with access through the garden or drive. We only recommend work that’s needed.
- Where
- Crayford (DA1, DA5, DA7)
- County
- Kent
- What we do
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- You receive
- Waste paperwork
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Materials we deal with
Textured coatings
Taking the boards down can be an alternative.
Bitumen and felt
Some old roof felts and bitumen products contain asbestos, normally tightly bound.
Towns and villages near Crayford
Other services in Crayford
Which option is right?
Be wary of a price that seems too low: controls, equipment and legal disposal all cost money. Ask to see the waste paperwork. We do not publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Why us?
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Reports and results you can share
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
See how we quote and published price ranges.
What happens next
If anything turns up during removal that wasn’t expected, we stop and tell you, because the plan may need to change.
To avoid problems in future:
- Send photos of the material and the access
- Keep the waste paperwork safe afterwards
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Share any survey or test results
Things not to do
Do not start building work before asbestos the work will disturb has been dealt with.
Don’t jet-wash, sand, drill or cut asbestos materials.
What we deal with in Crayford
Not all asbestos materials are equal: lagging and board release fibres far more readily than cement, so their removal is licensed.
People generally contact us about one of these:
- Finds during refurbishment
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
- Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
- Artex ceilings before renovation
Older buildings in Crayford, near Church of St Paulinus or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so we identify materials before planning removal.
What to look for in a quote
- The documents you’ll receive
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- VAT, clearly stated
Can I do it myself?
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
The process
We start by setting up and segregating the work area, and keep the material wet as we work. We keep the work area clear of other people while we work, so please keep children and pets away. Outdoor removal in Crayford is planned to finish in daylight: that means by about 3:50pm in December, or about 9:20pm in June.
- Get in touch with the details of the job
- We work out what category the work falls into
- We agree a date and any notification needed
- We set up the work area and remove the material
- We dispose of the waste legally and send the paperwork
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any damage before we arrive
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Related guides
Good to know
The usual limits are:
- Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
- Some jobs must be notified first, so the timing needs planning
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before booking.
What we deal with
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Flue pipes
- Garage and shed roofs
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Bitumen roof felt
- Soffits (cement)
- Panels and boards
- Artex and textured coatings
- Gutters and downpipes
- Water tanks
FAQs for Crayford
Do you cover Crayford from London?
Crayford is about 12 miles from central London, well within our area.
Do you cover Crayford and the area around Crayford station?
Yes. Crayford station is close to the centre of Crayford, and we cover the whole area.
What happens to the waste?
It goes to a permitted site, properly packaged, with a registered carrier, with a consignment note for your records.
Do you test before removing asbestos in Crayford?
Yes, unless it’s already been tested. The right method depends on what the material is.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes, a pre-purchase survey can help, as long as the seller agrees.
What if asbestos is found during building work?
The builder should stop and close off the area. We’ll identify it and advise on removal.
Do you cover Crayford?
We do: Crayford is within the area we cover in Kent. Share the postcode and a short description for a quote.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Send the details.
Landlords, managing agents and employers
The duty to manage applies to non-domestic premises and common parts, not to single private homes, but contractors still need to know about asbestos before they work.
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before repairs are arranged.
Crayford properties and asbestos removal
Crayford is about 2 miles west of Dartford, in Kent. Anywhere in Crayford, just send the postcode, and we will quote. We work in all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Crayford to London (about 12 miles away).
If you let property near Crayford station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal. At a school such as Wentworth Primary School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty.
Removal jobs anywhere in DA1, DA5 and DA7 start with the postcode and some photos. Local streets include Swan Lane, Dale Road and Ross Road; we cover every one. If your property is just outside Crayford, we also cover Bowmans (1 mile south), Barnes Cray (1 mile north-east), Barnehurst (1 mile north-west), Coldblow (1 mile south-west) and Wilmington (1 mile south). We also cover nearby towns such as Sevenoaks (12 miles south), Gravesend (9 miles east), Northfleet (7 miles east), Swanley (4 miles south), Swanscombe (5 miles east) and Windmill Hill (8 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include West Hill Hospital (1.3 miles east) and Stone Castle (4.2 miles east). Open spaces near Crayford include Wansunt Pit.
- Local schools include Haberdashers' Aske's Crayford Academy (0.6 miles north-east) and St Catherine's Catholic School (1.1 miles west)
- Nearby, you will find The Bear and Ragged Staff pub (within half a mile north-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Colyers (1.6 miles north)
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site