Surrey · England
Asbestos Removal for Fairlands
Any pre-2000 building in Fairlands may contain asbestos. Our asbestos removal service covers removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks.
- Garage roof sheets
- Artex ceilings before renovation
- Cement water tanks in lofts
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A closer look at the materials
Textured coatings
Taking the boards down can be an alternative.
Floor tiles
Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles are lifted whole where possible with hand tools and wetting, never with sanders or grinders.
About our asbestos removal in Fairlands
Licensed work covers lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board, and has to be done by an HSE-licensed contractor. We will explain what applies to your job in Fairlands. Whether it’s broken sheets in gardens and cement water tanks in lofts, we cover textured coatings, gutters and downpipes and cement soffits.
In a village like Fairlands, removal often involves barns, stables, outbuildings and farm buildings, so we plan access across yards and fields. Small jobs get the same care as big ones, with the same attention to the regulations.
- Area
- Fairlands (GU3)
- Area hub
- Surrey
- Covers
- Removal of cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks
- Afterwards
- Waste consignment note
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What we do and don’t cover
The usual limits are:
- We don’t remove anything until it’s been identified
- Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
- Making good is normally a separate job
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Materials we see
- Artex and textured coatings
- Water tanks
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flue pipes
- Soffits (cement)
- Bitumen roof felt
- Panels and boards
- Garage and shed roofs
- Floor tiles and adhesive
Prices and what affects them
The biggest factors in the price are:
- The category of work
- Access to the area
- Waste quantity and disposal
- How many samples are needed
Dealing with asbestos before building work is normally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
What to photograph
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- The parking area
- A close-up from a safe distance
- Labels, if any
Photos from a safe distance help: send them through our contact page.
After the job
Any asbestos left elsewhere should stay on record, for anyone working there later.
To avoid problems in future:
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
- File the consignment note
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
Things not to do
Never sweep or vacuum asbestos debris; keep people away and ask for advice.
Do not jet-wash, sand, drill or cut asbestos materials.
How we work
Our team uses disposable coveralls and respiratory protection, and nobody else enters the work area. We keep the work area clear of other people while we work, so please keep children and pets away. We plan outdoor jobs in Fairlands to finish before dark: that means by about 3:55pm in December, or about 9:20pm in June.
- Send us the postcode and photos
- We check whether it’s licensed, notifiable or non-licensed work
- 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
Before we arrive
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Do not disturb the material before we get there
Getting a price
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
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FAQs for Fairlands
Do you cover Fairlands and the area around Guildford station?
Yes. Guildford station is about 2.4 miles south-east of Fairlands, and we cover both.
Do you work on properties in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, the same rules apply there, but access to farm and rural buildings can take planning.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes, a pre-purchase survey can help, as long as the seller agrees.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone has to let us into all the areas in the job.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
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 flat?
We do. For shared areas, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
Never: asbestos waste is hazardous and cannot go in skips, bins or recycling. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
You can’t tell by eye. A sample analysed in a laboratory is the reliable way to find out, and anything from before 2000 is worth checking.
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Choosing the right option
Dealing with asbestos before work starts keeps the project on track, when everything has to wait for it to be dealt with. Every quote says whether VAT is included.
Why us?
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Clear advice on your options
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
Read our prices page and published price ranges.
Removing asbestos around Fairlands
Fairlands is about 2 miles north-west of Guildford, in Surrey. In Fairlands, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses. We work in 395 places across Surrey.
If you let property near Guildford station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal. At a school such as Worplesdon Primary School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty. Parts of the Surrey Hills National Landscape are within about 8 miles of Fairlands. Rural removal jobs nearby often mean planning access across yards and fields.
We cover removal jobs across the GU3 postcode area. We can help with removal jobs on streets such as Dynevor Place, Brooke Forest and Kiln Meadows or the roads around them, wherever it is in Fairlands. If your property is just outside Fairlands, we also cover Wood Street Village (1 mile south-west), Worplesdon (1 mile north), Willey Green (2 miles west), Stanford Common (2 miles north-west) and Onslow Village (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also work in Woking (4 miles north-east), Camberley (7 miles north-west), Farnham (8 miles south-west), Egham (12 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (12 miles north-east) and Dorking (13 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Guildford Castle (2.8 miles south-east) and Guildford Cathedral Treasury (1.9 miles south-east). The countryside around Fairlands includes Littlefield Common and Pewley Hill.
- Local schools include Rydes Hill Preparatory School (1 mile south-east) and Kings College Guildford (1.3 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include Hare and Hounds pub (0.8 miles south-east)
Can I do it myself?
Asbestos waste cannot go in household bins, recycling or skips. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
A professional job comes with paperwork: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
Common reasons for removal jobs in Fairlands
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 the materials and situations that most often lead to removal jobs:
- Old cold water tanks
- Debris left from a previous job
- Cement flues and gutters
- Floor tiles before a new floor
Older buildings in Fairlands, near St Alban's Church or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so we test before we plan.
What to look for in a quote
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site