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Asbestos Removal in Singleton
Need asbestos removal in Singleton? We work across Singleton and the towns around it, with clear advice and a written quote.
- Garage roofs and whole garages
- Finds during refurbishment
- Artex ceilings before renovation
Asbestos removal in Singleton
Asbestos removal for Singleton properties
We keep materials damp, remove them whole where possible and never use power tools on them, to keep fibre release as low as possible. People often contact us about materials found mid-project and old waste on site, involving textured coatings, flue pipes and floor tiles.
In Singleton, waste may have a long carry to the vehicle, so we plan the route before the day. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, because the method depends on what the material is.
- Where
- Singleton (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- What we do
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- You receive
- Waste consignment note
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Which option is right?
Covering or sealing asbestos is sometimes an alternative to removal, but it remains in place and has to be recorded. Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
Why choose us
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- Houses, flats and business premises
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
Take a look at how we quote and published price ranges.
Other services in Singleton
Why people call us in Singleton
Most removal happens because building work would disturb asbestos: whatever the work will touch should come out first.
These are the materials and situations that most often lead to removal jobs:
- Materials found mid-project
- Debris left from a previous job
- Garage roof sheets
- Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
In older properties in Singleton, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so we identify materials before planning removal.
Comparing quotes
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
- What paperwork you get
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
Common questions in Singleton
How far is Singleton from London?
We cover Singleton, about 50 miles from central London.
Do you come out to small villages like Singleton?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Of course. With the seller’s agreement, a pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you commit.
Do you give written quotes?
Yes, every quote is in writing and says what’s included, including whether VAT is included.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
It covers the higher-risk materials: pipe lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board. Only a contractor holding an HSE licence can do it.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
Testing covers particular materials, while a survey covers everything in scope. Before building work, you normally need a survey.
Does weather affect the work?
That depends: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
Is a home built after 2000 likely to contain asbestos?
Buildings from after 2000 shouldn’t, because of the 1999 ban, although older materials can sometimes be reused or left in extensions.
How we work
We start by setting up and segregating the work area, then keep the material damp throughout. Before anything starts, we confirm the areas and materials with you. Late-December sunset in Singleton is about 4:00pm, so we start outdoor work early in the day.
- Tell us what needs removing and send photos
- If it hasn’t been identified, we sample it first
- We plan the job and send a written quote
- We remove the material with controls to keep fibres down
- We clean up, dispose of the waste legally and send the consignment note
Getting ready
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
Getting a price
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749, and we will advise.
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Landlords, managing agents and employers
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
If you run a business from older premises in Singleton, you should have an asbestos register and management plan, and you must tell contractors what’s there.
What we do and don’t cover
It’s worth knowing what asbestos removal does and doesn’t cover:
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
- Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Materials we see
- Artex and textured coatings
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Water tanks
- Garage and shed roofs
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Soffits (cement)
- Panels and boards
- Bitumen roof felt
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flue pipes
Materials we deal with
Bitumen and felt
We remove them without cutting with power tools.
Insulating board and lagging
Work on sprayed coatings, and most work on lagging and asbestos insulating board, is licensed.
Removal jobs in Singleton
Singleton is about 5 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. For removal jobs in Singleton, tell us about parking and access. Singleton is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we work. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 24 miles away.
For non-domestic buildings like Singleton CofE Primary School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. Parts of the South Downs National Park are within about 6 miles of Singleton. Rural removal jobs nearby often mean planning access across yards and fields.
Here we cover the PO18 postcode area, and your removal job can be anywhere in it. We can help with removal jobs on streets such as Downley Close, The Leys and Charlton Road. Other places close to Singleton we cover include Charlton (1 mile east), West Dean (1 mile west), East Dean (2 miles east), Cocking (3 miles north) and Heyshott (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (9 miles south), Chichester (5 miles south), Selsey (12 miles south), Littlehampton (12 miles south-east), Emsworth (9 miles south-west) and Rustington (13 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Weald and Downland Gridshell (less than half a mile south-west) and Chichester Centre (4.5 miles south). Open spaces near Singleton include Levin Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
- Local pubs include The Partridge Inn (within half a mile west)
What happens next
File the waste paperwork safely: it proves legal disposal.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Send photos of the material and the access
- Let us know where we can park
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
- Clear the area around the work, without disturbing the asbestos
Things not to do
Asbestos never goes in ordinary bins or skips.
Deal with asbestos before the builders start.
What it costs
The cost depends on:
- Licensed or non-licensed
- The type of material and its condition
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- Location, parking and any London charges
What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. We quote each job individually.
Sending photos
Good photos help us plan and quote. Take them without disturbing anything:
- Approximate dimensions
- How we’d reach it
- The parking area
- A wide shot showing where the material is
Each job is priced individually. To start, fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site