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Asbestos Removal Services in Southford, Isle of Wight
Found something that might be asbestos in Southford? We provide removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks, explained in plain English.
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
- Debris left from a previous job
- Old flues
Asbestos help in Southford
The scope of asbestos removal
To be clear about the scope:
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
- 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
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Bitumen roof felt
- Soffits (cement)
- Panels and boards
- Gutters and downpipes
- Garage and shed roofs
- Flue pipes
- Artex and textured coatings
- Water tanks
- Floor tiles and adhesive
Asbestos removal in Southford
Before removal, the material has to be identified. If nobody has tested it, we take a sample first, since the right method depends on what it is. People often contact us about debris left from a previous job and textured coatings, involving textured coatings, gutters and downpipes and flue pipes.
Rural removal near Southford can mean longer distances to carry waste, so we plan the route before the day. We start with a clear answer: what the material is, and what that means for your plans.
- Location
- Southford (PO38)
- Area hub
- Isle of Wight
- What we do
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Paperwork
- Waste consignment note
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
A closer look at the materials
Floor tiles
Black bitumen adhesive may need treating separately.
Textured coatings
Taking the boards down can be an alternative.
The process
Unexpected materials mean we pause and discuss, rather than carrying on regardless. Before we leave, we explain what we did and what comes next. In winter, the light goes in Southford by about 4:00pm, so outdoor jobs start early.
- 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
- We remove it with controls to keep fibres down
- The area is cleaned and you get the consignment note
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
Getting a price
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form, and we’ll recommend the right option.
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How we price asbestos removal
The price of asbestos removal depends mainly on:
- The survey scope
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Material and condition
- Access to the area
Our quotes are clear about VAT, so you can compare like with like.
Helping us quote
For a quick quote, include:
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- An overall view
- A rough size or measurement
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
To get a quote, send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
After the job
Unexpected finds are discussed with you before we carry on, because the plan may need to change.
To avoid problems in future:
- Tell us about any previous survey
- Photos of the material and the route in help
- Let neighbours know if work is near them
- Move belongings away, but leave the asbestos alone
Don’ts
Do not jet-wash, sand, drill or cut asbestos materials.
Don’t start building work before asbestos the work will disturb has been dealt with.
Towns and villages near Southford
What else we do in Southford
Which option is right?
Remove, or leave and manage? If the material is in good condition and will not be disturbed, leaving it can be the safer and cheaper option; if it’s damaged or in the way of work, removal is usually right. A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.
Why people choose us
- Records for your files
- Covering London and the South East
- Clear written quotes
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
Read our prices page and published price ranges.
Southford properties and asbestos removal
Southford is about 6 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. In Southford, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses. We work in 125 places across the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 22 miles away.
Landlords near Shanklin station often time removal for when a property is empty. For non-domestic buildings like The Island Free School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. Southford is within about 4 miles of the coast; on exposed coastal sites, wind affects when outdoor removal can go ahead.
Here we cover the PO38 postcode area, and your removal job can be anywhere in it. Close by, we cover Bierley (1 mile south-west), Nettlecombe (1 mile south-east), Godshill (2 miles north), Wroxall (2 miles east) and Sandford (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Newport (6 miles north), Ryde (9 miles north-east), Cowes (10 miles north), Sandown (6 miles north-east), Shanklin (4 miles east) and Ventnor (3 miles east). Remote sites take a little more planning, so contact us in good time.
Southford is a more remote spot, so tell us early and we’ll plan the journey.
Other landmarks nearby include Blackgang Sawmill Museum (2.2 miles south-west) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (4.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Southford include Stenbury Down.
- Nearby, you’ll find The White Horse Inn (0.7 miles south-east)
Common reasons for removal jobs in Southford
Sometimes damage forces the issue.
Get advice if you are dealing with any of these:
- Garage roof sheets
- Old waste on site
- Artex before plastering
- Finds during refurbishment
In older properties in Southford, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so we identify materials before planning removal.
Comparing quotes
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- What paperwork you get
- Whether the job needs notifying
- How the waste will be disposed of, and whether you’ll get a consignment note
Southford questions
Do you work near Shanklin station?
Yes, we cover Southford and the area towards Shanklin station, about 4.5 miles north-east.
Do you cover small places like Southford?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Just tell us how to reach the property.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
No. Asbestos is hazardous waste and must go to a site that accepts it. When we remove it, it’s taken to a permitted site with a consignment note.
What if the weather’s bad?
That depends: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Yes, a pre-purchase survey can help, with the seller’s permission.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
Keep people away from damaged material and do not clean it up yourself. Then contact us for advice.
Could my home contain asbestos?
Looking won’t tell you. Laboratory analysis of a sample gives the answer, and anything from before 2000 is worth checking.
Do I need my asbestos tested before removal?
Unless it’s already been identified, yes: the method depends on what the material is.
For businesses and landlords in Southford
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site