Medway · England
Asbestos Removal in Hempstead
Buildings in Hempstead built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Our asbestos removal service covers safe asbestos removal and legal disposal.
- Asbestos found during building work
- Old flues
- Cement water tanks in lofts
Asbestos removal near Hempstead
How asbestos removal works in Hempstead
Found asbestos during building work in Hempstead? Stop work in that area and keep people away. We can test it and, if needed, plan its removal. Whether it’s Artex ceilings before renovation and old floor tiles and black adhesive, we deal with cement soffits, flue pipes and floor tiles.
Properties in towns and villages like Hempstead with larger plots may have several outbuildings with cement roofs, which can often be dealt with together. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, as the right approach depends on the material.
- Where
- Hempstead (ME7, ME8)
- Region
- Medway
- What we do
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Afterwards
- Consignment note for the waste
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Typical removal jobs in Hempstead
Until 1999, asbestos went into many building products, so buildings across Medway built or refurbished before 2000 can contain it.
Typical jobs in Hempstead include:
- Floor tiles before a new floor
- Old cold water tanks
- Cement flues and gutters
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
If you are on or near the A278, tell us about parking and loading, as main roads can be restricted.
What to look for in a quote
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- That licensed work will be done by an HSE-licensed contractor
- The documents you’ll receive
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
Good to know
We’re upfront about what’s included:
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
- Some jobs must be notified first, which affects the start date
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is typically separate
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before booking.
Common materials
- Bitumen roof felt
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Panels and boards
- Flue pipes
- Artex and textured coatings
- Water tanks
- Soffits (cement)
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Gutters and downpipes
- Garage and shed roofs
How we work
Once removal is finished, we clean and check the area, and we talk you through what was done. We will tell you when we’ve finished and what you will receive afterwards. In winter, the light goes in Hempstead by about 3:50pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Get in touch with the details of the job
- We work out what category the work falls into
- We book the work and notify if required
- We set up the work area and remove the material
- We dispose of the waste legally and send the paperwork
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
FAQs for Hempstead
Is asbestos common in Hempstead homes?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos was used until the 1999 ban, so older homes and older alterations in Hempstead can contain it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Do you work near Rainham (Kent) station?
Yes, we cover Hempstead and the area towards Rainham (Kent) station, about 2.1 miles north-east.
Do you need a licence to remove asbestos?
Not always. Cement and textured coatings are normally non-licensed; lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed.
Do you give written quotes?
Yes, always, including whether VAT is included.
Do you work on commercial premises?
We do, alongside homes. The duty holder should be able to share the asbestos register.
Do you cover Hempstead?
Yes, we do: our area includes Hempstead and the places around it. Send the postcode and a few photos for a quote.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
First, keep everyone away and don’t clean it up. Then contact us and we’ll advise on the next step.
Can you help with a flat?
Yes. For shared areas, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
What it costs
What changes the cost:
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- Parking and access charges
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
There’s no one-size price, as every job differs. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Photos that help
To help us quote quickly, send:
- Street parking nearby
- An idea of size
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- A wide shot showing where the material is
To get a quote, use our quote form or call 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
Materials we deal with
Textured coatings
Sometimes it’s simpler to take the ceiling boards down whole.
Asbestos cement
Breaking or cutting cement releases fibres, so it’s unbolted and lowered, not smashed.
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Looking after things afterwards
If the job is licensed, it ends with a four-stage clearance by a UKAS-accredited analyst and a certificate of reoccupation.
A few practical points:
- Tell us about parking and access
- Book the replacement before removal
- Keep the waste paperwork safe afterwards
- Clear the area around the work, without disturbing the asbestos
Don’ts
Do not start building work before asbestos the work will disturb has been dealt with.
Never sweep or vacuum asbestos debris; keep people away and ask for advice.
Removing asbestos around Hempstead
Hempstead is about 2 miles south of Gillingham, in Medway. Wherever your property is in Hempstead, tell us the postcode and what you need, and we will quote. Hempstead is one of 68 places in Medway we cover. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 23 miles away.
Older buildings in Hempstead, near All Saints Church or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so we test before we plan. For non-domestic buildings like Hempstead Infant School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. Parts of the Kent Downs National Landscape are within about 7 miles of Hempstead. Rural removal jobs nearby often mean planning access across yards and fields.
Anywhere in ME7 and ME8, we can help with asbestos removal. Streets in the area include Harrow Road, Spekes Road and Capstone Road, and asbestos removal is available on all of them. Main roads around Hempstead include the A278, so mention parking if the property is on one. Neighbouring places we cover include Capstone (1 mile north-west), Darland (1 mile north-west), Wigmore (1 mile east), Hale (1 mile north-west) and Park Wood (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Rochester (4 miles north-west), Strood (5 miles north-west), Hoo St Werburgh (5 miles north), Chatham Waterfront (3 miles north-west), Rochester Riverside (4 miles north-west) and Peters Village (5 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Pentagon Shopping Centre (3 miles north-west) and Medway megaliths (3.8 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Burham Down and Boxley Hills.
- Local schools include Rainham School for Girls (1.3 miles north-east) and Howard School (1.3 miles north-east)
Weighing up your options
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. Dealing with asbestos before building work is typically cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
Why us?
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- Records for your files
- Covering London and the South East
Read our prices page and our cost guide.
Responsibilities for owners
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should know what the roofs are made of, before anyone carries out repairs.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- 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