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Asbestos Removal in Elmstone
Any pre-2000 building in Elmstone may contain asbestos. We offer planned asbestos removal and legal disposal.
- Debris left from a previous job
- Finds during refurbishment
- Artex before plastering
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Asbestos removal in Elmstone
We remove asbestos from homes, rented property and commercial buildings across Elmstone: garage roofs, flues, water tanks, Artex and floor tiles among them. Each job follows HSE guidance, and the waste goes to a permitted site. Common materials are cement soffits, flue pipes and textured coatings, and people generally contact us about materials found mid-project and old flues.
In towns and villages like Elmstone, outbuildings and farm buildings are common removal jobs, so we plan access across yards and fields. Every job ends with paperwork: a report, results or a consignment note, so you have a record.
- Area
- Elmstone (CT3)
- County
- Kent
- Service
- Removal of cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks
- Paperwork
- Waste consignment note
- Quotes
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Choosing the right option
Licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed? It depends on what the material is and what’s being done. Our guide explains the difference, with links to HSE’s pages. How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
What you get
- Clear written quotes
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
See how we quote and our cost guide.
Other services in Elmstone
Removing asbestos around Elmstone
Elmstone is about 7 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Elmstone is within our Kent area, for removal jobs of every size. Elmstone is one of 922 places in Kent where we work. We work right across the region, from Elmstone to Canterbury (7 miles away).
In a school like Preston Primary School, any removal is agreed with the duty holder and done while the area is out of use. In older properties in Elmstone, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so we identify materials before planning removal.
For removal jobs in CT3, just send the postcode and a few photos. That could mean a property on Padbrook Lane, Sheerwater Road and Longmete Road, wherever it is in Elmstone. Neighbouring places we cover include Hoaden (1 mile south-east), Perry (1 mile south), Nash (1 mile south), Shatterling (1 mile south) and Broomhill (2 miles south-west). We also cover nearby towns such as Canterbury (7 miles west), Margate (8 miles north-east), Dover (11 miles south), Folkestone (15 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find St Martins Hospital (5.9 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Monk's Wall nature reserve.
FAQs for Elmstone
Do you cover Elmstone from London?
Elmstone is about 59 miles from central London, well within our area.
Do you cover Elmstone and the area around Minster station?
Yes. Minster station is about 3.9 miles north-east of Elmstone, and we cover both.
Can I remove asbestos myself?
HSE advises the public not to try, and licensed materials must only be handled by a licensed contractor.
Can you help with a flat?
Yes, of course. For the shared areas of a block, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
Can you quote from photos?
Clear photos and measurements are often enough; otherwise we’ll arrange a visit.
What does licensed work mean?
Licensed work is work on the materials most likely to release fibres: pipe lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board. Only a contractor holding an HSE licence can do it.
Can you help with a shop or office?
Yes. Tell us the size and use of the building and what you need, and any existing asbestos register.
What if my house is newer?
Buildings from after 2000 shouldn’t, because of the 1999 ban, although older materials can sometimes be reused or left in extensions.
Looking after things afterwards
Making good, such as a new roof or ceiling, is generally a separate job, so plan it in advance.
Some practical advice:
- Keep the waste paperwork safe afterwards
- Share any survey or test results
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
What to avoid
Do not start building work before asbestos the work will disturb has been dealt with.
Don’t let anyone remove asbestos without asking how the waste will be disposed of, and ask for the consignment note.
Responsibilities for owners
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before repairs are arranged.
If you manage or own a block in Elmstone, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors, and condition checked regularly.
What it might be made of
Water tanks and flues
Cement water tanks and flues are drained or disconnected first, then removed whole or in as few pieces as possible.
Textured coatings
Taking the boards down can be an alternative.
How we work
Materials are released carefully and removed whole where possible, never broken up, dropped or cut with power tools. Our team uses the right protective equipment, and use controls to keep dust down. Outdoor removal in Elmstone is planned to finish in daylight: in late December it’s dark by about 3:50pm, while in June it stays light until about 9:15pm.
- Describe the material and send pictures
- If it hasn’t been identified, we sample it first
- We plan the method, controls, waste and any notification, and send a quote
- On the day we set up, keep the material damp and remove it whole where we can
- We clean up, dispose of the waste legally and send the consignment note
Getting ready
- Mention any damage before we arrive
- Clear the way to the work area
- Tell us about parking and access
Get a quote
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 to get started.
Helpful guides
How we price asbestos removal
Our quotes take into account:
- Access to the area
- How much waste there is
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- The survey scope
Dealing with asbestos before building work is normally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
Photos that help
A few photos can save a site visit:
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- Damaged areas
- An overall view
- The access route
Not sure what you need? Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form and describe the problem, and we will recommend the right option.
What we deal with in Elmstone
Old materials break down over time: cement sheets become brittle, coatings crack and tiles lift, which is often when people decide to remove them.
You can’t tell by looking, but these are common reasons people contact us:
- Artex ceilings before renovation
- Garage roof sheets
- Old cold water tanks
- Debris left from a previous job
For rentals close to Minster station, removal fits neatly between tenancies.
Questions to ask before booking
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- VAT, clearly stated
- What you will receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
What’s included, and what is not
Here’s what asbestos removal covers, and what it does not:
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
- Making good is normally a separate job
- Licensed materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must be removed by an HSE-licensed contractor
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal before you book.
Common materials
- Soffits (cement)
- Panels and boards
- Water tanks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Flue pipes
- Artex and textured coatings
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Garage and shed roofs
- Bitumen roof felt
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site