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Asbestos Removal in South Earlswood
Found something that might be asbestos in South Earlswood? We provide removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks, explained in plain English.
- Old flues
- Finds during refurbishment
- Old cold water tanks
Asbestos removal for South Earlswood
Choosing the right option
Should it come out? Sound material that won’t be disturbed can often stay; if it’s damaged or in the way of work, removal is generally right. The cost of asbestos removal depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. Every quote is individual.
Why us?
- No removal until we know what it is
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
Take a look at how we quote and our cost guide.
Asbestos removal near South Earlswood
Removal is not always the answer. Material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed, and we’ll say so. Typical materials include textured coatings, flue pipes and water tanks, and typical jobs are sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos and vinyl and thermoplastic tiles.
Rural removal near South Earlswood can mean longer distances to carry waste, so we plan the route before the day. Every job ends with paperwork: a report, results or a consignment note, so you have a record.
- Location
- South Earlswood (RH1)
- Area hub
- Surrey
- What we do
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- You receive
- Consignment note for the waste
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Also in South Earlswood
What it costs
The biggest factors in the price are:
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- The type of material and its condition
- How much waste there is
- The size of the job
Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
Photos that help
For a quick quote, include:
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- A rough size or measurement
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- An overall view
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form, and we’ll advise.
South Earlswood properties and asbestos removal
South Earlswood is about 2 miles south of Redhill, in Surrey. South Earlswood has a mix of older and newer buildings, and anything from before 2000 may contain asbestos. We cover 395 places across Surrey. Our area stretches from South Earlswood to Crawley (7 miles away).
In older properties in South Earlswood, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so we test before we plan. Landlords near Earlswood (Surrey) station often time removal for when a property is empty. South Earlswood is within about 7 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape; removing asbestos from rural buildings there follows the same rules, with access across yards and fields to plan.
This part of Surrey takes in RH1, and your removal job can be anywhere in it. Local streets include Maple Road, Heston Road and Horley Road; we cover every one. We also carry out removal jobs in Earlswood (1 mile north), Salfords (1 mile south), Meadvale (1 mile north-west), Redhill (2 miles north) and South Nutfield (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also work in Epsom (9 miles north-west), Ewell (10 miles north), Caterham (6 miles north-east), Dorking (7 miles west), Ashtead (9 miles north-west) and Leatherhead (9 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include The Belfry (1.8 miles north) and Reigate Priory Museum (2.2 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Mercers Lake and Colley Hill.
- Local schools include Reigate School (1.2 miles north-west) and Dunottar School (1.3 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Flying Scud pub (1 mile north)
The scope of asbestos removal
To be clear about the scope:
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is generally separate
- Licensed materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must be removed by an HSE-licensed contractor
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal before booking.
What we deal with
- Gutters and downpipes
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Water tanks
- Garage and shed roofs
- Artex and textured coatings
- Bitumen roof felt
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Soffits (cement)
- Flue pipes
- Panels and boards
Common reasons for removal jobs in South Earlswood
Some asbestos is higher risk than other kinds: lagging and board release fibres far more readily than cement, which is why that work is licensed.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Artex ceilings before renovation
- Materials found mid-project
- Cement flues and gutters
- Debris left from a previous job
For non-domestic buildings like Salfords Primary School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty.
What your quote should include
- Whether VAT is included
- Any exclusions
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
For businesses and landlords in South Earlswood
If you manage or own a block in South Earlswood, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors.
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in South Earlswood must manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
South Earlswood questions
Do older homes in South Earlswood have asbestos?
Any home in South Earlswood built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos, but only a test can confirm it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Do you work near Earlswood (Surrey) station?
Yes, we cover South Earlswood and the area towards Earlswood (Surrey) station, about 0.9 miles north.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
No: asbestos waste is hazardous and can’t go in skips, bins or recycling. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
When can you start?
Dates are agreed once the quote is accepted. Some work has to be notified to the enforcing authority first, which affects timing.
Does all asbestos have to be removed?
In many cases it can stay: if it’s in good condition and out of the way, it can stay. Record it and keep an eye on it.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Leave the area, keep others out and close the door if you can. Don’t try to clean up the debris yourself, then contact a professional.
How much does asbestos removal cost in South Earlswood?
There’s no fixed price: the material, the amount, its condition, access and the waste all matter.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
A test checks specific materials; a survey checks a whole building or work area. For building work, a survey is normally needed.
What happens
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. We go over the plan with you first, so you know what’s happening. Outdoor removal in South Earlswood is planned to finish in daylight: that means by about 3:55pm in December, or about 9:20pm in June.
- Describe the material and send pictures
- We test it if needed and plan the job
- We send a quote covering the work and the waste
- The material is removed safely
- The area is cleaned and you get the consignment note
Before we arrive
- Ensure we can get to the area
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Tell us about parking and access
Getting a price
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
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After we’ve finished in South Earlswood
Keep the consignment note with your property records: it proves legal disposal.
To avoid problems in future:
- Send photos of the material and the access
- Tell us about any previous survey
- Book the replacement before removal
- Keep the waste paperwork safe afterwards
Things not to do
Don’t start building work before asbestos the work will disturb has been dealt with.
Don’t start building work before asbestos the work will disturb has been dealt with.
Can I do it myself?
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, as well as an asbestos risk, so stay off it.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site