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Asbestos Removal for Somerley
Buildings in Somerley built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We offer removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks.
- Floor tiles before a new floor
- Garage roofs and whole garages
- Cement water tanks in lofts
Asbestos help in Somerley
What happens next
File the waste paperwork safely: it shows the asbestos was disposed of legally.
Staying safe afterwards:
- Tell us about parking and access
- Tell us about any previous survey
- Let neighbours know if work is near them
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
What to avoid
Ask any contractor how they’ll dispose of the waste, and ask for the consignment note.
Don’t sweep, vacuum or brush up broken asbestos debris; keep people away and ask for advice.
How asbestos removal works in Somerley
Once the material is out, we clean up and bag or wrap the waste, and you get the waste paperwork. People often contact us about Artex before plastering and garage roofs and whole garages, involving cement soffits, textured coatings and floor tiles.
Rural removal near Somerley can mean longer distances to carry waste, so the route is planned in advance. We follow HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, whatever the size of the job.
- Where
- Somerley (PO20)
- County
- West Sussex
- What we do
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- You receive
- Consignment note for the waste
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Where asbestos turns up
Asbestos was used in building products until it was banned in 1999, so pre-2000 buildings across West Sussex may contain it.
Asbestos can be in a lot of places in buildings from before 2000. Typical situations are:
- Finds during refurbishment
- Old cold water tanks
- Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles
- Old waste on site
In older buildings across Somerley, asbestos may be in later additions, so we test before we plan.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether VAT is included
- Which laboratory analyses samples
- The scope of the job, in writing
- What category of work it is
Towns and villages near Somerley
What else we do in Somerley
Choosing the right option
Very cheap quotes can be a warning sign: proper controls, protective equipment, a registered waste carrier and disposal cost money. Always ask for the consignment note. Our quotes are clear about VAT.
Why us?
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- Clear written quotes
- Accredited laboratory results
- Across London and the South East
Read our prices page or our cost guide.
Doing it yourself?
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
Removing asbestos around Somerley
Somerley is about 4 miles north-west of Selsey, in West Sussex. In Somerley, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses about all kinds of jobs. Somerley is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 26 miles away.
If you let property near Fishbourne station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal. For non-domestic buildings like Birdham CE Primary School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. Somerley is within about 5 miles of the coast; on exposed coastal sites, wind affects when outdoor removal can go ahead.
Here we cover the PO20 postcode area, and your removal job can be anywhere in it. From Bell Lane and Hundredsteddle Lane or anywhere nearby, we can help. Close by, we cover Almodington (1 mile south-east), Birdham (1 mile north-east), Shipton Green (1 mile north-west), Earnley (1 mile south) and East Wittering (2 miles south-west). We also cover nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (7 miles east), Chichester (5 miles north-east), Selsey (4 miles south-east), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (6 miles north-west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
A little further out are Chichester Castle (4.9 miles north-east) and St Richard's Hospital (5.2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Somerley include Pilsey Island.
- Local pubs include The Birdham Public House (1 mile north-east)
How it works
Our team uses disposable coveralls and respiratory protection, and keep everyone else out of the work area. Nobody else needs to be in the work area, so children and pets should be kept elsewhere. In winter, the light goes in Somerley by about 4:00pm, so outdoor jobs start early.
- Get in touch with the details of the job
- We work out what category the work falls into
- We book the work and notify if required
- We set up the work area and remove the material
- We dispose of the waste legally and send the paperwork
Before we arrive
- Let us know where we can park
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
How to get a quote
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. To start, fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
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Somerley: your questions answered
Do you cover small places like Somerley?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Just tell us how to reach the property.
Do you work near Fishbourne station?
Yes. Fishbourne station is about 4 miles north of Somerley, and we cover both.
Is DIY asbestos removal allowed?
HSE advises the public not to try, and licensed materials must only be handled by a licensed contractor.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes, we do. We work for landlords, managing agents, employers and contractors as well as homeowners.
Do you test before removing asbestos in Somerley?
Unless it’s already been identified, yes: the way it’s removed depends on the material.
Will I get the price in writing?
Every time: you get the scope and price in writing, and whether VAT is included.
Does someone need to be there?
Someone has to let us into all the areas in the job, and it helps if you’re around to answer questions.
When can you start?
It depends on the job and our diary. You’ll get available dates with the quote.
The scope of asbestos removal
We are upfront about what’s included:
- Some jobs must be notified first, so the timing needs planning
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
- Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Common materials
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Artex and textured coatings
- Soffits (cement)
- Garage and shed roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flue pipes
- Panels and boards
- Bitumen roof felt
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Water tanks
What it might be made of
Bitumen and felt
Some old roof felts and bitumen products contain asbestos, usually tightly bound.
Insulating board and lagging
That work must be done by a contractor holding an HSE licence, with notification 14 days ahead.
Prices and what affects them
What changes the cost:
- Access to the area
- What the material is and its state
- The size of the job
- Waste quantity and disposal
Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
Photos that help
Photo tips:
- A photo of the whole area
- A clear close-up
- Approximate dimensions
- Damaged areas
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site