Kent · England
Asbestos Removal in Shepway
Looking for asbestos removal in Shepway? We cover Shepway and the surrounding area, with clear advice and a written quote.
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
- Garage roof sheets
- Old cold water tanks
Asbestos help in Shepway
Removing asbestos around Shepway
Shepway is about 1 mile south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. Anywhere in Shepway, just send the postcode, and we’ll quote. We work in 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 23 miles away.
In a school like Greenfields Community Primary School, any removal is agreed with the duty holder and done while the area is out of use. Landlords near Maidstone West station often time removal for when a property is empty. Shepway is within about 5 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape; removing asbestos from rural buildings there follows the same rules, with access across yards and fields to plan.
We cover removal jobs across ME15. From Derby Road, Devon Road and Surrey Road or anywhere nearby, we can help. Close by, we cover Willington (1 mile east), Park Wood (1 mile south), Otham (1 mile south-east), Maidstone (1 mile north-west) and Weavering (1 mile north-east). We also cover nearby towns such as Sittingbourne (10 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles south-west), Gravesend (14 miles north-west), Tonbridge (12 miles west), Faversham (15 miles east) and Northfleet (15 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find KIMS hospital (2.2 miles north) and Allington Castle (3.1 miles north-west). Open spaces near Shepway include Detling Hill.
- Schools near Shepway include New Line Learning Academy (0.7 miles south-west) and Senacre Technology College (1.1 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Wheatsheaf pub (0.7 miles west)
About our asbestos removal in Shepway
Every removal job in Shepway is planned first: we work out the method, the controls, the waste and whether the work must be notified, before anyone starts. Typical materials include gutters and downpipes, water tanks and textured coatings, and typical jobs are broken sheets in gardens and textured coatings.
In areas like Shepway, we often remove garage roofs and old sheds, reached through gardens and drives. We only recommend work that’s needed.
- Area
- Shepway (ME15)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Covers
- Removal of cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks
- Paperwork
- Waste consignment note
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Nearby places to Shepway
The process
On the day, we set up the work area first: barrier tape, signs and protection where needed, then keep the material damp throughout. At the end, we tell you what was done and what happens next. Late-December sunset in Shepway is about 3:50pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Start with photos, the postcode and any existing reports
- We identify the material and work out whether the job is licensed, notifiable or non-licensed
- We quote in writing, including the waste
- We set up, keep the material damp and take it out whole where we can
- Everything is cleaned up, and the waste paperwork follows
Preparing for the visit
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Don’t disturb the material before we get there
Get a quote
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: send them through our contact page.
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A closer look at the materials
Bitumen and felt
We remove them without cutting with power tools.
Asbestos cement
Asbestos cement is the most common material we remove: roof sheets, gutters, downpipes, flues, soffits and water tanks. It’s kept damp and removed whole where possible.
Typical removal jobs in Shepway
Damage from DIY, storms or accidents can make removal necessary, especially if broken material is lying around.
Buildings from before 2000 can hide asbestos in many places. Common situations include:
- Artex before plastering
- Finds during refurbishment
- Old cold water tanks
- Outbuildings with cement roofs
In older buildings across Shepway, asbestos may be in later additions, so materials are identified first.
Before you book anyone
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- The documents you will receive
FAQs for Shepway
Do you cover Shepway from London?
Shepway is about 32 miles from central London, well within our area.
Do you work near Maidstone West station?
Yes. Maidstone West station is about 1.7 miles north-west of Shepway, and we cover both.
What does licensed work mean?
Licensed work is work on the materials most likely to release fibres: lagging, sprayed coatings and most asbestos insulating board. Only a contractor holding an HSE licence can do it.
What paperwork will I get?
It depends on what we do: a survey report, a laboratory result, or a consignment note for removed waste.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
Make the area safe first: shut the door if you can and don’t sweep it up. Then get in touch and we’ll advise.
Do I need my asbestos tested before removal?
Yes, unless it’s already been tested. The right method depends on what the material is.
Can I remove asbestos myself?
HSE’s advice is not to do it yourself, and higher-risk materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Will I get the price in writing?
Every time: you get the scope and price in writing, and whether VAT is included.
Options to consider in Shepway
What kind of work is it? It depends on what the material is and what’s being done. Our guide explains the difference, with links to HSE’s pages. A price that looks too good to be true often is: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
Why choose us
- Clear advice on your options
- Clear written quotes
- Across London and the South East
- Identify first, remove only when needed
Read how we price jobs and the cost guide.
After we have finished in Shepway
Making good, such as a new roof or ceiling, is generally a separate job, so plan it before the removal date.
A few practical points:
- Tell us about parking and access
- Send photos of the material and the access
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
Things not to do
Asbestos never goes in ordinary bins or skips.
Do not start building work before asbestos the work will disturb has been dealt with.
What we do and do not cover
A few things to be aware of:
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
- Making good is normally a separate job
- Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal before booking.
What we deal with
- Bitumen roof felt
- Garage and shed roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Artex and textured coatings
- Flue pipes
- Soffits (cement)
- Water tanks
- Panels and boards
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Floor tiles and adhesive
For businesses and landlords in Shepway
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should know what the roofs are made of, before anyone carries out repairs.
If your business premises in Shepway were built before 2000, you’re likely to need an asbestos register and a management plan, and you must tell contractors what’s there.
Prices and what affects them
The cost depends on:
- What the material is and its state
- The category of work
- Waste quantity and disposal
- The quantity or area
Access makes a big difference to cost, so tell us about access.
Photos that help
Photos often save us a visit:
- Cracks or breaks
- The access route
- A picture of the whole area
- A close-up from a safe distance
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
- 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
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site