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Asbestos Removal in East Wittering
Worried about asbestos in East Wittering? We provide planned asbestos removal and legal disposal, explained in plain English.
- Old flues
- Outbuildings with cement roofs
- Old floor tiles and black adhesive
Asbestos removal in East Wittering
Asbestos removal near East Wittering
Removal is not always the answer. Material in good condition that will not be disturbed can often be left and managed, and we’ll tell you honestly when that is the case. Typical materials include cement soffits, cement roof sheets and flue pipes, and people typically contact us about Artex before plastering and old cold water tanks.
Properties in areas like East Wittering with larger plots may have several outbuildings with cement roofs. We explain what we find in plain English, including when leaving a material alone is the sensible choice.
- Area
- East Wittering (PO20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- What we do
- Removal of cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks
- Afterwards
- Waste consignment note
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
East Wittering properties and asbestos removal
East Wittering is about 6 miles south-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. East Wittering is within our West Sussex area, whatever the size of the job. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 25 miles away.
For properties on main roads such as the B2179, we plan parking and loading in advance. In a school like East Wittering Community Primary School, any removal is agreed with the duty holder and done while the area is out of use. The coast is within about 5 miles of East Wittering, where exposed sites can be windy, so outdoor removal is planned around the forecast.
We cover removal jobs across the PO20 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Church Road, Downview Close and Stocks Lane or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Being close to the B2179, East Wittering is easy for us to reach. If your property is just outside East Wittering, we also cover Earnley (1 mile east), Somerley (2 miles north-east), West Wittering (2 miles north-west), Shipton Green (2 miles north) and Almodington (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (8 miles east), Chichester (6 miles north-east), Selsey (4 miles south-east), Littlehampton (15 miles east), Emsworth (7 miles north-west) and Portfield (7 miles north-east).
The countryside around East Wittering includes Pilsey Island.
- Local pubs include The Thatched Tavern (0.6 miles north)
For businesses and landlords in East Wittering
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
After the job
If other asbestos remains in the building, it should still be recorded and managed, for anyone working there later.
Some practical advice:
- Tell us about any previous survey
- Keep the waste paperwork safe afterwards
- Tell us about parking and access
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
What to avoid
Do not sweep, vacuum or brush up broken asbestos debris.
Ask any contractor how they’ll dispose of the waste.
Common reasons for removal jobs in East Wittering
Old materials break down over time: cement sheets become brittle, coatings crack and tiles lift, which is when removal comes up.
These are some of the things we deal with in East Wittering:
- Old flues
- Outbuildings with cement roofs
- Old floor tiles and black adhesive
- Asbestos garages
Older buildings in East Wittering, near St Anne or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so materials are identified first.
Before you book anyone
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- What is not included
- The documents you will receive
- Whether the job needs notifying
Options to consider in East Wittering
Remove, or leave and manage? Sound material that won’t be disturbed can often stay; if it’s damaged or in the way of work, removal is normally right. Sometimes a test shows removal isn’t needed, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.
How we work in East Wittering
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Waste paperwork for every removal
Take a look at how we quote and the cost guide.
Towns and villages near East Wittering
What else we do in East Wittering
What we do and do not cover
What’s in and what’s out:
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, so the timing needs planning
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is normally separate
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before you book.
Common materials
- Garage and shed roofs
- Panels and boards
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Soffits (cement)
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Flue pipes
- Artex and textured coatings
- Water tanks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Bitumen roof felt
What it might be made of
Textured coatings
Textured coatings are removed with wet or gel methods, never dry-scraped or sanded. Large-scale steam or gel removal must be notified.
Water tanks and flues
Cement water tanks and flues are drained or disconnected first, then removed whole or in as few pieces as possible.
What it costs
The biggest factors in the price are:
- The category of work
- Waste quantity and disposal
- The survey scope
- The quantity or area
Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, such as testing several materials at once.
Photos that help
What to photograph:
- Cracks or breaks
- The access route
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
How we work
We unfix materials and take them out in whole pieces where we can, without breaking, dropping or power tools. Before we leave, we explain what we did and what comes next. We plan outdoor jobs in East Wittering to finish before dark: in late December it’s dark by about 4:00pm, while in June it stays light until about 9:20pm.
- Send us the postcode and photos
- 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
How to prepare
- Let us know where we can park
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Let us know if something’s broken
Get a quote
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: do not touch the material, just send them through our quote form.
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FAQs for East Wittering
How far is East Wittering from London?
We cover East Wittering, about 61 miles from central London.
Do older homes in East Wittering have asbestos?
That depends on when it was built and altered: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in East Wittering may have it. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do I need my asbestos tested before removal?
Unless it’s already been identified, yes: the method depends on what the material is.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Often we can quote from clear photos and a description; otherwise we’ll arrange a visit.
Do you work in flats?
We do. In a block, the shared areas are the responsibility of the managing agent or freeholder, who should hold the asbestos register.
Does weather affect the work?
It depends on the job: indoor jobs are not affected, but outdoor removal may be rescheduled for safety.
How dangerous is asbestos?
Asbestos is a hazard when its fibres get into the air. The related diseases often take decades to develop, so the aim is never to disturb it unknowingly.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to give us access to the areas involved, and to be available for questions.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note