Hampshire · England
Asbestos Removal in Knapp
Asbestos removal in Knapp, from older homes to workplaces. Every job is quoted in writing.
- Artex ceilings before renovation
- Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
- Cement water tanks in lofts
Need asbestos removal in Knapp?
Good to know
To be clear about the scope:
- Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
- We do not remove anything until it’s been identified
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
What we deal with
- Flue pipes
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Soffits (cement)
- Bitumen roof felt
- Artex and textured coatings
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Panels and boards
- Garage and shed roofs
- Water tanks
- Gutters and downpipes
Asbestos removal for Knapp properties
Much of the asbestos found in homes is asbestos cement, textured coating or floor tiles. Work on these is typically non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed under HSE guidance, which still means proper controls. Typical jobs include Artex before plastering and garage roof sheets, including water tanks, floor tiles and textured coatings.
Rural removal near Knapp can mean longer distances to carry waste, so the route is planned in advance. We work to HSE guidance on every job, large or small.
- Area
- Knapp (SO51)
- Region
- Hampshire
- What we do
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- Paperwork
- Waste consignment note
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Duty holders and landlords in Knapp
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
If you manage or own a block in Knapp, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades, and condition checked regularly.
Step by step
On the day, we set up the work area first: barrier tape, signs and protection where needed, and keep the material wet as we work. When we are done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows. We plan outdoor jobs in Knapp to finish before dark: in late December it’s dark by about 4:00pm, while in June it stays light until about 9:25pm.
- Send us the postcode and photos
- We check whether it’s licensed, notifiable or non-licensed work
- We agree a date and any notification needed
- On the day we set up, remove and bag the material
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
Preparing for the visit
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Keep children and pets away on the day
Ask for a quote
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749, and we’ll recommend the right option.
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Removing asbestos around Knapp
Knapp is about 2 miles north-west of Chandler's Ford, in Hampshire. In Knapp, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses about all kinds of jobs. We work in 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our area stretches from Knapp to Southampton (about 7 miles away).
For non-domestic buildings like Ampfield Church of England Primary School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. Older buildings in Knapp, near Church of St Mark or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so we test before we plan.
This part of Hampshire takes in SO51. Other places close to Knapp we cover include Ampfield (1 mile south-west), Broadgate (1 mile south-east), Gosport (1 mile south-west), Lower Slackstead (1 mile north-west) and Crampmoor (2 miles south-west). We also cover nearby towns such as Winchester (6 miles north-east), Eastleigh (5 miles south-east), Fareham (15 miles south-east), Andover (14 miles north), Totton (7 miles south-west) and Hedge End (8 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Romsey Community Hospital (2.9 miles south-west) and King Johns House (3.7 miles south-west). The countryside around Knapp includes Emer Bog and Baddesley Common.
- Pubs nearby include White Horse Public House (0.5 miles south-west)
How we price asbestos removal
These are the main things that affect the price of asbestos removal:
- Material and condition
- The survey scope
- Parking and access charges
- How much there is
Identifying asbestos early is cheaper than stopping work later, when the whole project can be held up.
Sending photos
When you send photos, these help most:
- Where we could park
- Cracks or breaks
- Visible markings
- An idea of size
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 to get started.
A closer look at the materials
Textured coatings
We soften coatings and remove them wet, never sanding or dry scraping. Large-scale steam or gel removal must be notified.
Floor tiles
Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles are lifted whole where possible with hand tools and wetting, never with sanders or grinders.
Your questions about asbestos removal in Knapp
Do you work near Chandlers Ford station?
Yes, we cover Knapp and the area towards Chandlers Ford station, about 2.5 miles south-east.
Do you cover Knapp from London?
We cover Knapp, about 67 miles from central London.
Can you help with a shop or office?
Yes: shops, offices, industrial units and community buildings as well as homes. The duty holder should be able to share the asbestos register.
How much does asbestos removal cost in Knapp?
There is no fixed price: the material, the amount, its condition, access and the waste all matter.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
If it was built or refurbished before 2000, it may. Only laboratory analysis of a sample can confirm it.
What happens to the waste?
It’s double-bagged or wrapped, labelled and taken to a permitted site by a registered waste carrier, and you get the consignment note.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
Not always. If it’s in good condition and nobody will disturb it, leaving it in place and checking it can be the safer choice.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Tell us about the property and what you need.
What we deal with in Knapp
Sometimes damage forces the issue.
People normally contact us about one of these:
- Asbestos garages
- Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles
- Old cold water tanks
- Finds during refurbishment
For rentals close to Chandlers Ford station, removal fits neatly between tenancies.
Before booking anyone
- What category of work it is
- Whether VAT is included
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
- What paperwork you get
Doing it yourself?
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
A professional job comes with paperwork: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
Your options compared
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 typically right. What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.
Why us?
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Clear advice on your options
- Accredited laboratory results
Read how we price jobs or published price ranges.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note