Hampshire · England
Asbestos Removal for Stanswood
Worried about asbestos in Stanswood? Our service covers removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks, with clear advice at each step.
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
- Finds during refurbishment
- Old floor tiles and black adhesive
Asbestos help in Stanswood
What we do and don’t cover
A few things to be aware of:
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
- Making good is normally a separate job
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise.
Materials in Stanswood
- Water tanks
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Bitumen roof felt
- Artex and textured coatings
- Gutters and downpipes
- Soffits (cement)
- Flue pipes
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Garage and shed roofs
- Panels and boards
How asbestos removal works in Stanswood
Licensed work covers lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board, and has to be done by an HSE-licensed contractor. We’ll explain what applies to your job in Stanswood. Typical materials include gutters and downpipes, floor tiles and water tanks, and typical jobs are textured coatings and floor tiles before a new floor.
In a village like Stanswood, removal often involves barns, stables, outbuildings and farm buildings, where access across fields or yards needs planning. Every quote is in writing and spells out what’s covered, so you know where you stand.
- Area
- Stanswood (SO45)
- County
- Hampshire
- What we do
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- Afterwards
- Consignment note for the waste
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Stanswood properties and asbestos removal
Stanswood is about 3 miles north-west of Cowes, in Hampshire. Stanswood is within our Hampshire area, for removal jobs of every size. We work in all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our area stretches from Stanswood to Southampton (about 8 miles away).
Landlords near Hamble station often time removal for when a property is empty. Stanswood is within about 5 miles of the New Forest National Park; removing asbestos from rural buildings there follows the same rules, with access across yards and fields to plan. The coast is within about 4 miles of Stanswood; on exposed coastal sites, wind affects when outdoor removal can go ahead.
This part of Hampshire takes in SO45. Other places close to Stanswood we cover include Sprat's Down (1 mile north), Calshot (1 mile north-east), Hillhead (1 mile north-east), Langley (1 mile west) and Blackfield (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also work in Gosport (8 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles north), Fareham (7 miles north-east), Totton (11 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (13 miles north) and Hedge End (8 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Coldeast (5.4 miles north-east) and Calshot Castle (2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Mill Hill and Mercury Marshes.
Responsibilities for owners
For managing agents and freeholders in Stanswood, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors, and condition checked regularly.
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, while the property is empty.
What we deal with in Stanswood
Old materials break down over time: cement sheets become brittle, coatings crack and tiles lift, which is when removal comes up.
You cannot tell by looking, but these are common reasons people contact us:
- Garage roof sheets
- Finds during refurbishment
- Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
- Old cold water tanks
In older properties in Stanswood, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so we identify materials before planning removal.
Before booking anyone
- The documents you will receive
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Suitable insurance for the work
How we work
We start by setting up and segregating the work area, and keep the material wet as we work. At the end, we tell you what was done and what happens next. Outdoor removal in Stanswood is planned to finish in daylight: that means by about 4:00pm in December, or about 9:20pm in June.
- Send us the postcode and photos
- We check whether it’s licensed, notifiable or non-licensed work
- We book the work and notify if required
- We set up the work area and remove the material
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
How to prepare
- Find any old asbestos reports
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
Getting a price
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749; it helps us quote accurately.
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Looking after things afterwards
After removal, the work area is cleaned, and you receive the waste paperwork.
To avoid problems in future:
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
- Share any survey or test results
- Send photos of the material and the access
- Clear the area around the work, without disturbing the asbestos
Avoid these
Do not sweep, vacuum or brush up broken asbestos debris.
Deal with asbestos before the builders start.
What affects the price in Stanswood
Prices vary with:
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- Licensed or non-licensed
- The quantity or area
- Material and condition
How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
Photos that help
Good photos help us plan and quote. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- Labels, if any
- An idea of size
- The access route
- A close-up from a safe distance
For a quote, call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
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Other services in Stanswood
Can I do it myself?
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, as well as an asbestos risk, so stay off it.
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.
Choosing the right option
Licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed? It depends on what the material is and what’s being done. See our guide to the three categories. Our quotes are clear about VAT, so you can compare like with like.
How we work in Stanswood
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Clear written quotes
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Work done to the regulations
See how we quote or our cost guide.
FAQs for Stanswood
Is asbestos common in Stanswood homes?
Older homes can, if they date from before 2000. A sample test is the only reliable answer. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Do you cover small places like Stanswood?
We do: small villages are covered too. Just tell us how to reach the property.
Do you work on commercial premises?
Yes: shops, offices, industrial units and community buildings as well as homes. Non-domestic premises have a duty holder who should hold an asbestos register.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Many jobs can be quoted from photos, but larger or unclear jobs may need a visit.
How much does asbestos removal cost in Stanswood?
It depends on the material, how much there is, its condition, access and disposal. Every job gets a written quote.
Do I need my asbestos tested before removal?
Yes, if it hasn’t been tested: the method depends on what the material is.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
Never: it’s hazardous waste. When we remove it, it’s taken to a permitted site with a consignment note.
Do you need a licence to remove asbestos?
Not always. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed work; lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site