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Asbestos Removal in Gaskins
Worried about asbestos in Gaskins? We provide removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks, explained in plain English.
- Cement water tanks in lofts
- Finds during refurbishment
- Debris left from a previous job
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Responsibilities for owners
Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos.
Landlords of single homes do not have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.
Asbestos removal near Gaskins
Asbestos removal in Gaskins covers homes, rental property and workplaces: garage roofs, flues, water tanks, Artex and floor tiles among them. Every job is planned to HSE guidance, with the waste taken to a permitted site. Typical materials include textured coatings, floor tiles and flue pipes, and typical jobs are debris left from a previous job and old flues.
In towns and villages like Gaskins, outbuildings and farm buildings are common removal jobs, so we plan access across yards and fields. Nothing is added to the job that you do not need.
- Where
- Gaskins (PO33, PO36)
- Area hub
- Isle of Wight
- Covers
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- You receive
- Waste consignment note
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Limits to be aware of
A few things to be aware of:
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
- Some jobs must be notified first, so the timing needs planning
- Licensed materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must be removed by an HSE-licensed contractor
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Materials we see
- Gutters and downpipes
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Soffits (cement)
- Flue pipes
- Artex and textured coatings
- Garage and shed roofs
- Water tanks
- Bitumen roof felt
- Panels and boards
- Floor tiles and adhesive
Materials we deal with
Bitumen and felt
We remove them without cutting with power tools.
Insulating board and lagging
Work on sprayed coatings, and most work on lagging and asbestos insulating board, is licensed.
Gaskins properties and asbestos removal
Gaskins is about 3 miles south-east of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. Gaskins is part of the area we cover, from older terraces and semis to flats, workplaces and outbuildings. Gaskins is one of 125 towns and villages in the Isle of Wight we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 19 miles away.
For non-domestic buildings like St Helens Primary School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. For rentals close to Brading station, removal fits neatly between tenancies. The coast is within about 3 miles of Gaskins; on exposed coastal sites, wind affects when outdoor removal can go ahead.
We carry out removal jobs all over PO33 and PO36 and the streets around it. Neighbouring places we cover include St Helens (1 mile north-east), Brading (1 mile south-west), Yarbridge (2 miles south-west), Morton (2 miles south-west) and Yaverland (2 miles south). We also cover nearby towns such as Newport (8 miles west), Ryde (3 miles north-west), Cowes (9 miles north-west), Sandown (3 miles south-west), Shanklin (5 miles south-west) and Ventnor (8 miles south-west). Remote sites take a little more planning, so contact us in good time.
For somewhere as remote as Gaskins, early notice helps us plan the trip.
Well-known places in the area include Sandown Castle (2.7 miles south) and Lilliput Museum of Antique Dolls And Toys (1.2 miles south-west). Open spaces near Gaskins include Brading Down and Brading Marshes RSPB reserve.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Vine Inn (0.6 miles north-east)
Step by step
Waste is double-bagged or wrapped in heavy polythene and labelled as we go, ready to go to a permitted site. We will tell you when we’ve finished and what you will receive afterwards. In winter, the light goes in Gaskins by about 4:00pm, so outdoor jobs start early.
- Share photos, the postcode and any survey or test you have
- We identify the material and work out whether the job is licensed, notifiable or non-licensed
- A written quote follows, covering method, controls and disposal
- On the agreed date we set up the work area and remove the material carefully
- We clean the area and send the consignment note
Preparing for the visit
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Move things out of the way carefully
How to get a quote
Include any existing survey or test when you ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
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Prices and what affects them
Prices vary with:
- The quantity or area
- Licensed or non-licensed
- What the material is and its state
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, because the material is clear.
What to photograph
When you send photos, these help most:
- Cracks or breaks
- A picture of the whole area
- Street parking nearby
- An idea of size
Not sure what you need? Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we’ll advise.
What else we do in Gaskins
Doing it yourself?
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, don’t sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
Typical removal jobs in Gaskins
Damage from DIY, storms or accidents can make removal necessary, especially if broken material is lying around.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Old waste on site
- Textured coatings
- Floor tiles before a new floor
- Cement water tanks in lofts
Older buildings in Gaskins, near St Catherine-by-the-Green or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so materials are identified first.
What to look for in a quote
- The documents you will receive
- The method and controls
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
Afterwards
If the job is licensed, it ends with a four-stage clearance by a UKAS-accredited analyst and a certificate of reoccupation.
After we have finished:
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
- Tell us about any previous survey
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
- File the consignment note
Things not to do
Asbestos never goes in ordinary bins or skips.
Deal with asbestos before the builders start.
FAQs for Gaskins
Could my house in Gaskins contain asbestos?
Older homes can, if they date from before 2000. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you work near Brading station?
Yes, we cover Gaskins and the area towards Brading station, about 1.2 miles south-west.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Tell us about the property and what you need.
Can you quote from photos?
Often we can quote from clear photos and a description; if not, we’ll arrange to see it.
Can you help with a flat?
We do. In a block, the shared areas are the responsibility of the managing agent or freeholder, who should hold the asbestos register.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
Never: it’s hazardous waste. When we remove it, it’s taken to a permitted site with a consignment note.
Is asbestos removal licensed?
Not always. Cement and textured coatings are typically non-licensed; lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed.
Do I need to move out?
For outdoor jobs, you can normally stay put. Indoor work areas are sealed off and kept clear while the work is done.
- 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
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site