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Asbestos Removal Services in Hickstead, West Sussex
Looking for asbestos removal in Hickstead? We work across Hickstead and the towns around it, with clear advice and a written quote.
- Garage roofs and whole garages
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
- Loft water tanks
Asbestos removal in Hickstead
How we price asbestos removal
The cost depends on:
- The quantity or area
- Parking and access charges
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- The type of material and its condition
Sometimes a test shows removal is not needed, because the material is clear.
Photos that help
Helpful photos:
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- How we’d reach it
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- A clear close-up
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749; it helps us quote accurately.
Asbestos removal for Hickstead properties
We remove asbestos from homes, rented property and commercial buildings across Hickstead: garage roofs, flues, water tanks, Artex and floor tiles among them. Each job follows HSE guidance, and the waste goes to a permitted site. Common materials are floor tiles, cement soffits and gutters and downpipes, and people generally contact us about outbuildings with cement roofs and flue pipes, gutters and downpipes.
In Hickstead, waste may have a long carry to the vehicle, so we plan the route before the day. We start with a clear answer: what the material is, and what that means for your plans.
- Location
- Hickstead (RH17, BN6)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Covers
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- You receive
- Waste paperwork
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Materials, one by one
Bitumen and felt
They’re removed by hand.
Asbestos cement
Asbestos cement releases fibres when broken or cut, so we unfix and lower it rather than breaking it.
For landlords, agents and businesses
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Hickstead must manage asbestos under regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
Doing it yourself?
A professional job comes with paperwork: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
What we do and don’t cover
A few things to be aware of:
- Licensed materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must be removed by an HSE-licensed contractor
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we deal with
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Flue pipes
- Panels and boards
- Garage and shed roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Artex and textured coatings
- Water tanks
- Soffits (cement)
- Bitumen roof felt
Removing asbestos around Hickstead
Hickstead is about 3 miles west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. We cover Hickstead as part of West Sussex, for removal jobs of every size. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 10 miles away.
Landlords near Burgess Hill station often time removal for when a property is empty. In older properties in Hickstead, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so we identify materials before planning removal. Hickstead is within about 5 miles of the South Downs National Park. Rural removal jobs nearby often mean planning access across yards and fields.
This part of West Sussex takes in RH17 and BN6, and your removal job can be anywhere in it. Neighbouring places we cover include Goddards Green (1 mile east), Sayers Common (1 mile south), Abbotsford (2 miles east), Ansty (2 miles north-east) and Hurstpierpoint (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Crawley (10 miles north), Horsham (9 miles north-west), Worthing (13 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (5 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (3 miles east) and East Grinstead (14 miles north-east).
A little further out are The Dene Hospital (1.3 miles east) and Clayton Castle (4.6 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Wolstonbury Hill and Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include St Paul's Catholic College (1.8 miles east)
Weighing up your options
Should it come out? Sound material that won’t be disturbed can often stay; if it’s damaged or in the way of work, removal is normally right. The cost of asbestos removal depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. Every quote is individual.
How we work in Hickstead
- Accredited laboratory results
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Houses, flats and business premises
See how we price jobs and the cost guide.
Hickstead questions
Do you cover Hickstead and the area around Burgess Hill station?
Yes, we cover Hickstead and the area towards Burgess Hill station, about 3.1 miles east.
Do you work on properties in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. The asbestos rules are the same in protected landscapes, but access to farm and rural buildings can take planning.
Does someone need to be there?
Someone needs to give us access to the areas involved.
How quickly can you come out?
Dates are agreed once the quote is accepted. Notifiable jobs can’t start until they’ve been notified.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
First, keep everyone away and do not clean it up. Then contact us for advice.
Do I need a test or a survey?
A test checks specific materials; a survey checks a whole building or work area. Before building work, you normally need a survey.
Can you help with a shop or office?
Yes. Tell us the size and use of the building and what you need.
Is asbestos removal licensed?
It varies: licensed work covers lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board; cement and textured coatings normally aren’t licensed.
Other services in Hickstead
Step by step
We start by setting up and segregating the work area, then keep the material damp throughout. We wear suitable protective equipment for the job, and keeps dust to a minimum. We plan outdoor jobs in Hickstead to finish before dark: in late December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, while in June it stays light until about 9:20pm.
- Describe the material and send pictures
- We identify it if needed and plan the method
- You get a written quote, including waste disposal
- The material is removed safely
- We clean up and send you the waste paperwork
Preparing for the visit
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Move things out of the way carefully
How to get a quote
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
After the job
File the waste paperwork safely: it proves legal disposal.
Once you know what’s there, a few simple habits help:
- Tell us about any previous survey
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
- Move belongings away, but leave the asbestos alone
Things not to do
Don’t start building work before asbestos the work will disturb has been dealt with.
Deal with asbestos before the builders start.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site