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Asbestos Removal Services in Ford, West Sussex
Asbestos removal across Ford and nearby, for homes, rented property and workplaces. Planned to HSE guidance, with written results and paperwork.
- Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
- Old floor tiles and black adhesive
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
Asbestos removal near Ford
What it costs
What drives the price:
- Disposal costs
- The size of the job
- The category of work
- How easy it is to reach
Access makes a big difference to cost, so tell us about access.
Sending photos
The most useful photos are:
- Labels, if any
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- An overall view
- A close-up from a safe distance
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749, and we will reply with a quote.
How asbestos removal works in Ford
Much of the asbestos found in homes is asbestos cement, textured coating or floor tiles. Work on these is generally non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed under HSE guidance, which still means proper controls. Whether it’s cement water tanks in lofts and textured coatings, we deal with cement soffits, cement roof sheets and textured coatings and more.
In Ford, waste may have a long carry to the vehicle, so we plan the route before the day. Every job comes with paperwork, which is useful when you sell, let or build.
- Area
- Ford (BN18)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- What we do
- Removal of cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks
- You receive
- Waste paperwork
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Materials, one by one
Water tanks and flues
A Gas Safe engineer disconnects any gas appliance first.
Bitumen and felt
They’re removed by hand.
What happens
Our team uses disposable coveralls and respiratory protection, and keep everyone else out of the work area. While we work, the area stays out of bounds. Late-December sunset in Ford is about 4:00pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Tell us what needs removing and send photos
- We test the material if needed
- 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
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
How to get a quote
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Then fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
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Why people call us in Ford
Not all asbestos materials are equal: lagging and board release fibres far more readily than cement, which is why that work is licensed.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Finds during refurbishment
- Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
- Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles
- Artex ceilings before renovation
For non-domestic buildings like The Littlehampton Academy, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty.
Comparing quotes
- Which areas and materials are covered
- Any exclusions
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- What category of work it is
Nearby places to Ford
Your questions about asbestos removal in Ford
Do you work on properties in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, the same rules apply there, but access to farm and rural buildings can take planning.
Do you cover small places like Ford?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Just tell us how to reach the property.
Do you work in Ford?
Yes, we do: Ford is within the area we cover in West Sussex. Send the postcode and a few photos for a quote.
Do you test before removing asbestos in Ford?
Yes, unless it’s already been tested. The right method depends on what the material is.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
Depending on the job, a report, results or a consignment note.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
No. Asbestos is hazardous waste and must go to a site that accepts it. When we remove it, it’s taken to a permitted site with a consignment note.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
The builder should stop and close off the area. We can test the material and, if needed, plan its removal.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Stop, keep people away from the area and don’t sweep or vacuum up debris. Then ask for advice.
Duty holders and landlords in Ford
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
After we’ve finished in Ford
If anything turns up during removal that wasn’t expected, we stop and tell you, as the method may need to change.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
- Tell us about any previous survey
- Clear the area around the work, without disturbing the asbestos
- Photos of the material and the route in help
What to avoid
Don’t let anyone remove asbestos without asking how the waste will be disposed of, and ask for the consignment note.
Never sweep or vacuum asbestos debris.
Which option is right?
What kind of work is it? The material and the job decide. Our guide explains the difference, with links to HSE’s pages. Doing several things in one visit can help, for example testing several materials, or removing a garage roof and a flue at the same time.
Why people choose us
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Records for your files
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
See how we quote and the cost guide.
Limits to be aware of
We’re upfront about what’s included:
- Some jobs must be notified first, which affects the start date
- We don’t remove anything until it’s been identified
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Common materials
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Panels and boards
- Water tanks
- Flue pipes
- Bitumen roof felt
- Artex and textured coatings
- Soffits (cement)
- Garage and shed roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
Removing asbestos around Ford
Ford is about 2 miles north-west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Ford is within our West Sussex area, for removal jobs of every size. Ford is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our area stretches from Ford to Brighton (about 20 miles away).
For rentals close to Ford station, removal fits neatly between tenancies. In older properties in Ford, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so we test before we plan. Ford is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park. Rural removal jobs nearby often mean planning access across yards and fields. Ford is within about 3 miles of the coast, where exposed sites can be windy, so outdoor removal is planned around the forecast.
We cover removal jobs across the BN18 postcode area and the streets around it. Your property could be on Station Road, Ford Road and Rodney Crescent, wherever it is in Ford. For properties just outside Ford, we cover Tortington (1 mile north), Horsemere Green (1 mile south), Climping (1 mile south), Wick (1 mile east) and Lyminster (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Worthing (8 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-west), Chichester (9 miles west), Selsey (11 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles east) and Lancing (11 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Arundel and District Hospital (2.1 miles north) and Rustington Museum (3.5 miles east). The countryside around Ford includes WWT Arundel.
- Local pubs include The Arundel Arms Public House At Ford Station (under half a mile north-east)
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site