Kent · England
Asbestos Removal for Ratling
Asbestos removal across Ratling and nearby, for homes, rented property and workplaces. Done to HSE guidance, with paperwork for your records.
- Broken sheets in gardens
- Garage roofs and whole garages
- Old floor tiles and black adhesive
Need asbestos removal in Ratling?
How asbestos removal works in Ratling
In homes, in Ratling as elsewhere, the usual materials are cement products, textured coatings and floor tiles. Work on these is normally non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed under HSE guidance, which still means proper controls. People often contact us about cement water tanks in lofts and sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos, involving textured coatings, water tanks and cement roof sheets.
In places like Ratling, outbuildings and farm buildings are common removal jobs, so we plan access across yards and fields. Small jobs get the same care as big ones, with the same attention to the regulations.
- Area
- Ratling (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Service
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Afterwards
- Waste paperwork
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Removing asbestos around Ratling
Ratling is about 6 miles south-east of Canterbury, in Kent. Ratling is within our Kent area, for removal jobs of every size. Ratling is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we work. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 6 miles away.
At a school such as St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty. In older properties in Ratling, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so we identify materials before planning removal. Ratling is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape. Rural removal jobs nearby often mean planning access across yards and fields.
Anywhere in CT3, asbestos removal is available. Close by, we cover Nonington (1 mile south-east), Snowdown (1 mile south), Goodnestone (1 mile north-east), Chillenden (2 miles east) and Woolage Village (2 miles south). We also cover nearby towns such as Canterbury (6 miles north-west), Margate (13 miles north-east), Dover (8 miles south-east), Folkestone (11 miles south), Ramsgate (11 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (13 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include St Martins Hospital (5.2 miles north-west).
After we have finished in Ratling
Once the material is removed, the area is cleaned, and you get the consignment note showing where the waste went.
To avoid problems in future:
- Keep the waste paperwork safe afterwards
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Move belongings away, but leave the asbestos alone
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
Things not to do
Never pressure-wash, sand or cut asbestos.
Do not put asbestos in household bins or skips.
The process
We wear disposable coveralls and suitable respirators, and nobody else enters the work area. We keep the work area clear of other people while we work, so please keep children and pets away. We plan outdoor jobs in Ratling to finish before dark: that means by about 3:50pm in December, or about 9:15pm in June.
- 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
- We set up the work area and remove the material
- We dispose of the waste legally and send the paperwork
Before we arrive
- Don’t disturb the material before we get there
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Keep children and pets away on the day
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: just call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Related guides
How we price asbestos removal
Prices vary with:
- The type of material and its condition
- Travel and parking
- The size of the job
- How much waste there is
Identifying asbestos early is cheaper than stopping work later, when everything has to stop.
Photos that help
What to photograph:
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Approximate dimensions
- Street parking nearby
- Labels, if any
Include any existing survey or test when you send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749; it helps us quote accurately.
Weighing up your options
Dealing with asbestos before work starts keeps the project on track, rather than halting work when it’s found. Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
Why us?
- Honest advice, even when the answer is to leave it
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Work done to the regulations
- Waste paperwork for every removal
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
Nearby places to Ratling
What else we do in Ratling
Why people call us in Ratling
Materials deteriorate with age: cement sheets become brittle, coatings crack and tiles lift, which is when removal comes up.
These are some of the things we deal with in Ratling:
- Asbestos found during building work
- Artex ceilings before renovation
- Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
Landlords near Adisham station often time removal for when a property is empty.
Comparing quotes
- How the waste will be disposed of, and whether you will get a consignment note
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- The method and controls
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
What we do and do not cover
To be clear about the scope:
- Making good is normally a separate job
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise.
What we deal with
- Soffits (cement)
- Artex and textured coatings
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flue pipes
- Panels and boards
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Garage and shed roofs
- Water tanks
- Bitumen roof felt
Responsibilities for owners
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos.
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
Your questions about asbestos removal in Ratling
Do you work on properties in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, the same rules apply there, but access to farm and rural buildings can take planning.
Do you come out to small villages like Ratling?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
Do I need to move out?
Outdoor work rarely affects you indoors. Indoor work areas are kept closed off until finished.
How much does asbestos removal cost in Ratling?
Every job is priced individually: the material, the amount, its condition, access and the waste all matter.
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 asbestos be left in place?
In many cases it can stay: sound material that won’t be disturbed can be left and managed. Keep a record and check it from time to time.
Do you give written quotes?
Yes, every quote is in writing and says what’s included.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
Make the area safe first: close it off and don’t clean it up yourself. Then contact us for advice on the next step.
A closer look at the materials
Insulating board and lagging
That work must be done by a contractor holding an HSE licence, with notification 14 days ahead.
Bitumen and felt
We remove them without cutting with power tools.
- 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
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site