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Asbestos Removal Services in Preston, Kent
Worried about asbestos in Preston? We provide planned asbestos removal and legal disposal, explained in plain English.
- Cement water tanks in lofts
- Old floor tiles and black adhesive
- Artex ceilings before renovation
Asbestos removal in Preston
Asbestos removal in Preston
Asbestos materials are kept wet, taken out whole where we can, and never cut with power tools, to keep fibre release as low as possible. We often deal with gutters and downpipes, cement soffits and flue pipes, and people normally contact us about finds during refurbishment and garage roofs and whole garages.
In Preston, waste may have a long carry to the vehicle, so we plan the route before the day. We identify materials before planning removal, as the right approach depends on the material.
- Where
- Preston (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- What we do
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- Afterwards
- Waste consignment note
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Your options compared
Removing asbestos before building work avoids stopping the job halfway, when everything has to wait for it to be dealt with. Every quote says whether VAT is included, so you can compare like with like.
Why us?
- Clear advice on your options
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Waste paperwork for every removal
Read how we quote or the cost guide.
Preston questions
Could my house in Preston contain asbestos?
If your home in Preston was built or refurbished before 2000, it may, but you can’t tell by looking. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you cover Preston from London?
Preston is about 59 miles from central London, well within our area.
Will I get the price in writing?
Yes, every quote is in writing and says what’s included.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Many jobs can be quoted from photos, though some need a visit first.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
Not always: sound material that will not be disturbed can often stay. Keep a record and check its condition.
What if the weather’s bad?
That depends: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey, arranged with the seller’s permission, shows what asbestos is there before you exchange.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
Depending on the job, a report, results or a consignment note.
A closer look at the materials
Water tanks and flues
Cement water tanks and flues are drained or disconnected first, then removed whole or in as few pieces as possible.
Insulating board and lagging
It needs an HSE-licensed contractor and 14 days’ notice.
How it works
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. The work area is kept clear while we are working, so arrange for pets and children to be elsewhere. Outdoor removal in Preston is planned to finish in daylight: that means by about 3:50pm in December, or about 9:15pm in June.
- Tell us what needs removing and send photos
- If it hasn’t been identified, we sample it first
- We plan the method, controls, waste and any notification, and send a quote
- We remove the material with controls to keep fibres down
- The area is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site, with paperwork
Getting ready
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Clear the way to the work area
How to get a quote
Not sure what you need? Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we’ll advise.
Helpful guides
Preston properties and asbestos removal
Preston is about 6 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Properties in Preston range from older houses to newer estates and commercial buildings, and anything built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 6 miles away.
For rentals close to Adisham station, removal fits neatly between tenancies. In older buildings across Preston, asbestos may be in later additions, so we test before we plan.
Anywhere in CT3, asbestos removal is available. From The Street, The Forstal and Park Lane or anywhere nearby, we can help. For properties just outside Preston, we cover Grove (1 mile north-west), West Stourmouth (1 mile north), East Stourmouth (1 mile north-east), Upstreet (2 miles north-west) and Ware (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also work in Canterbury (6 miles west), Margate (9 miles north-east), Dover (12 miles south), Folkestone (15 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include St Martins Hospital (5.3 miles west). Open spaces near Preston include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
What happens next
File the waste paperwork safely: it shows the asbestos was disposed of legally.
Once we are done:
- Book the replacement before removal
- Send photos of the material and the access
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Let neighbours know if work is near them
Don’ts
Do not jet-wash, sand, drill or cut asbestos materials.
Do not put asbestos in household bins or skips.
Nearby places to Preston
Other services in Preston
Common reasons for removal jobs in Preston
Until 1999, asbestos went into many building products, so buildings across Kent built or refurbished before 2000 can contain it.
These are the materials and situations that most often lead to removal jobs:
- Cement water tanks in lofts
- Floor tiles before a new floor
- Broken sheets in gardens
- Artex before plastering
In a school like Preston Primary School, any removal is agreed with the duty holder and done while the area is out of use.
What to look for in a quote
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- VAT, clearly stated
- Suitable insurance for the work
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
Prices and what affects them
Prices vary with:
- The quantity or area
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Location, parking and any London charges
- The survey scope
A price that looks too good to be true often is: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
Helping us quote
Photo tips:
- A rough size or measurement
- Damaged areas
- Visible markings
- Street parking nearby
Every job is quoted in writing. Just send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 with the details.
Responsibilities for owners
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
If you’re responsible for a non-domestic building or the common parts of flats in Preston, you have a duty to manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
What’s included, and what is not
What’s in and what’s out:
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
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
- Soffits (cement)
- Artex and textured coatings
- Gutters and downpipes
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Water tanks
- Bitumen roof felt
- Panels and boards
- Garage and shed roofs
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site