Kent · England
Asbestos Removal in Farthingloe
Asbestos removal across Farthingloe and nearby. Done to HSE guidance, with paperwork for your records.
- Outbuildings with cement roofs
- Textured coatings
- Old cold water tanks
Asbestos removal near Farthingloe
How asbestos removal works in Farthingloe
Much of the asbestos found in homes is asbestos cement, textured coating or floor tiles. Work on these is usually non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed under HSE guidance, but it still needs the right controls. Common materials are cement roof sheets, floor tiles and water tanks, and typical jobs are vinyl and thermoplastic tiles and old flues.
Rural removal near Farthingloe can mean longer distances to carry waste, so we plan the route before the day. Paperwork is part of every job, because buyers, landlords and builders often ask for it.
- Where
- Farthingloe (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- What we do
- Removal of cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks
- Afterwards
- Waste paperwork
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Can I do it myself?
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
Places near Farthingloe
More for properties in Farthingloe
For landlords, agents and businesses
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos.
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
Where asbestos turns up
Refurbishment and demolition are the most common reasons for removal: whatever the work will touch should come out first.
These come up again and again:
- Textured coatings
- Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles
- Old waste on site
- Cement water tanks in lofts
In older properties in Farthingloe, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so we identify materials before planning removal.
Before you book anyone
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- The documents you will receive
- What exactly is included: the areas, materials or samples
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
The process
We start by setting up and segregating the work area, and keep the material wet as we work. Parking close by makes the day easier, so let us know about any restrictions. In winter, the light goes in Farthingloe by about 3:50pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Describe the material and send pictures
- We test it if needed and plan the job
- You get a written quote, including waste disposal
- We remove it with controls to keep fibres down
- The area is cleaned and you get the consignment note
How to prepare
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
- Make sure we can get to the area
- Find any old asbestos reports
Ask for a quote
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
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Prices and what affects them
What drives the price:
- Waste quantity and disposal
- The quantity or area
- Access to the area
- What the material is and its state
When comparing quotes, check what’s included: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
Sending photos
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- Cracks or breaks
- The parking area
- The access route
- Labels, if any
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 to get started.
Your options compared
What kind of work is it? It depends on what the material is and what’s being done. See our guide to the three categories. The cost of asbestos removal depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. We quote each job individually.
Why choose us
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
Take a look at how we quote or our cost guide.
Good to know
To be clear about the scope:
- We do not remove anything until it’s been identified
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
- Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we see
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Flue pipes
- Soffits (cement)
- Panels and boards
- Water tanks
- Garage and shed roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Artex and textured coatings
- Bitumen roof felt
- Floor tiles and adhesive
What happens next
After removal, the work area is cleaned, and you get the consignment note showing where the waste went.
After we’ve finished:
- Keep the waste paperwork safe afterwards
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Send photos of the material and the access
- Book the replacement before removal
Don’ts
Don’t jet-wash, sand, drill or cut asbestos materials.
Ask any contractor how they’ll dispose of the waste, and ask for the consignment note.
Farthingloe questions
Is asbestos common in Farthingloe homes?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos was used until the 1999 ban, so older homes and older alterations in Farthingloe can contain it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Do you cover small places like Farthingloe?
We do: small villages are covered too. Tell us about access and parking.
Can you help with a shop or office?
Yes. Send us the details of the premises, and any existing asbestos register.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
Not always: sound material that won’t be disturbed can often stay. It should be recorded and checked.
What does licensed work mean?
Higher-risk materials need an HSE-licensed contractor. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed.
How do I get a quote?
Start with the postcode and a description of the material, with photos if possible. Then ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
What paperwork will I get?
A survey report, laboratory results or a waste consignment note, depending on the job.
What if my house is newer?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so a home built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, though older parts, reused materials or earlier outbuildings can.
Removal jobs in Farthingloe
Farthingloe is about 2 miles south-west of Dover, in Kent. If your removal job is in Farthingloe, let us know about access when you get in touch. We work in all 922 towns and villages in Kent. Our area stretches from Farthingloe to Canterbury (about 14 miles away).
If you let property near Dover Priory station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal. For non-domestic buildings like Aycliffe Community Primary School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. Farthingloe is within about 8 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape. Rural removal jobs nearby often mean planning access across yards and fields. The coast is within about 2 miles of Farthingloe; on exposed coastal sites, wind affects when outdoor removal can go ahead.
Wherever your property is in CT15, asbestos removal is available, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We also carry out removal jobs in Maxton (1 mile north-east), Aycliffe (1 mile south-east), Church Hougham (1 mile west), Dover (2 miles north-east) and West Hougham (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (5 miles south-west), Deal (9 miles north-east), Hythe (9 miles west), Walmer (8 miles north-east) and Hawkinge (5 miles west).
A little further out are Buckland Hospital (1.2 miles north-east) and Old Town Gaol (1.6 miles north-east). Open spaces near Farthingloe include Dover Western Heights and Sugar Loaf Hill.
- Nearby schools include Astor College for the Arts (0.8 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find Crown & Sceptre pub (0.8 miles north-east)
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site