Hampshire · England
Asbestos Removal in Elson
Buildings in Elson built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We offer removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks.
- Old flues
- Debris left from a previous job
- Materials found mid-project
Asbestos help in Elson
What it might be made of
Floor tiles
Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles are lifted whole where possible with hand tools and wetting, never with power tools.
Insulating board and lagging
That work must be done by a contractor holding an HSE licence, with notification 14 days ahead.
Asbestos removal near Elson
In homes, in Elson as elsewhere, the usual materials are cement products, textured coatings and floor tiles. HSE treats work on these as non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed in most cases, but it still needs the right controls. Typical materials include cement roof sheets, water tanks and floor tiles, and people usually contact us about garage roofs and whole garages and old flues.
Properties in towns and villages like Elson with larger plots may have several outbuildings with cement roofs. Work is planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance.
- Where
- Elson (PO12, PO13)
- Region
- Hampshire
- What we do
- Removal of cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks
- Paperwork
- Consignment note for the waste
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Typical removal jobs in Elson
Old materials break down over time: roofs crack, coatings flake and tiles come loose, which is often when people decide to remove them.
These are some of the things we deal with in Elson:
- Finds during refurbishment
- Old floor tiles and black adhesive
- Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
- Artex before plastering
At a school such as Elson Infant School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty.
What to look for in a quote
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- Whether VAT is included
- What category of work it is
- What exactly is included: the areas, materials or samples
Nearby places to Elson
More for properties in Elson
Removing asbestos around Elson
Elson is about 1 mile north of Gosport, in Hampshire. For removal jobs in Elson, tell us about parking and access. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 13 miles away.
For properties on main roads such as the A32, we plan parking and loading in advance. Older buildings in Elson, near Church of St Thomas or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so materials are identified first. The coast is within about 4 miles of Elson; on exposed coastal sites, wind affects when outdoor removal can go ahead.
Anywhere in PO12 and PO13, we can help with asbestos removal. We can help with removal jobs on streets such as Ham Lane, Quay Lane and Avery Lane. Elson sits on or near the A32, so mention parking if the property is on one. For properties just outside Elson, we cover Gosport (1 mile south), Forton (1 mile south), Bridgemary (1 mile north-west), Priddy's Hard (1 mile south-east) and Rowner (1 mile north-west). We also cover nearby towns such as Havant (8 miles north-east), Eastleigh (14 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles north-west), Horndean (9 miles north-east), Hedge End (10 miles north-west) and Waterlooville (7 miles north-east).
A little further out are Search (1.6 miles south-east) and Portchester Castle (2.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include West of the River Alver and Portsdown Hill.
- Nearby schools include Brune Park Community School (0.5 miles south-west) and St Vincent College (1.1 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Kings Head pub (0.5 miles south-west)
For landlords, agents and businesses
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Elson must manage asbestos under regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos.
The process
Materials are released carefully and removed whole where possible, never broken up, dropped or cut with power tools. We arrive at the agreed time, check the area and explain what we’ll do before we start. We plan outdoor jobs in Elson to finish before dark: in late December it’s dark by about 4:00pm, while in June it stays light until about 9:20pm.
- Tell us what needs removing and send photos
- If it hasn’t been identified, we sample it first
- We plan the job and send a written 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
Before we arrive
- Don’t disturb the material before we get there
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Let us know if something’s broken
How to get a quote
Send us the address in Elson, a description and some photos: ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page, and we’ll reply with a quote.
Helpful guides
What’s included, and what isn’t
Before booking, note that:
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is usually separate
- Licensed materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must be removed by an HSE-licensed contractor
- Some jobs must be notified first, which affects the start date
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Materials in Elson
- Flue pipes
- Bitumen roof felt
- Soffits (cement)
- Water tanks
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Gutters and downpipes
- Garage and shed roofs
- Panels and boards
- Artex and textured coatings
Afterwards
If anything turns up during removal that wasn’t expected, we stop and tell you, because the plan may need to change.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Move belongings away, but leave the asbestos alone
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Book the replacement before removal
Things not to do
Do not sweep, vacuum or brush up broken asbestos debris.
Ask any contractor how they’ll dispose of the waste, and ask for the consignment note.
FAQs for Elson
Do you cover Elson from London?
Elson is about 66 miles from central London, well within our area.
Do you work near Portsmouth Harbour station?
Yes, we cover Elson and the area towards Portsmouth Harbour station, about 2.1 miles south-east.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do. Landlords, agents, businesses and builders all use our services.
When can you start?
That depends on the work and current bookings. We’ll give you dates when we quote.
Does someone need to be there?
We need access to every area in the job, and to be available for questions.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
Not always: sound material that will not be disturbed can often stay. Keep a record and check its condition.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Breathing in asbestos fibres can cause serious diseases, often decades later. The risk comes mainly from disturbing materials that contain it, which is why identifying it first matters.
Do you need a licence to remove asbestos?
It depends on the material and the job. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed work; lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed.
What affects the price in Elson
Quotes vary because of:
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- How much waste there is
- Location, parking and any London charges
- The quantity or area
Doing several things in one visit can help, such as testing several materials at once.
Sending photos
Photo tips:
- Where we could park
- A rough size or measurement
- How we’d reach it
- Damaged areas
Photos from a safe distance help: do not touch the material, just send them through our quote form.
Can I do it myself?
With a professional job, you get a record: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- 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