Kent · England
Asbestos Removal for Swanley
Asbestos removal in Swanley and across Kent: removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks.
- Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
- Asbestos garages
Asbestos removal in Swanley
Weighing up your options
HSE advises the public not to remove asbestos themselves, and disposal still has to be done properly. We do not publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
What you get
- Work done to the regulations
- Clear written quotes
- Honest advice, even when the answer is to leave it
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
How asbestos removal works in Swanley
Found asbestos during building work in Swanley? Stop work in that area and keep people away. We will identify it and plan what happens next. Typical jobs include sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos and old waste on site, involving flue pipes, gutters and downpipes and water tanks.
In a smaller place like Swanley, removal is often a garage roof, a shed or an outbuilding, reached through gardens and drives. We identify materials before planning removal, because the method depends on what the material is.
- Where
- Swanley (BR8)
- Region
- Kent
- Covers
- Removal and disposal of asbestos materials
- Afterwards
- Waste consignment note
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What else we do in Swanley
After the job
Once the material is removed, the area is cleaned, and you get the consignment note showing where the waste went.
After we have finished:
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Send photos of the material and the access
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
Don’ts
Never pressure-wash, sand or cut asbestos.
Do not start building work before asbestos the work will disturb has been dealt with.
The process
Once removal is finished, we clean and check the area. Before anything starts, we confirm the areas and materials with you, so there is no confusion. In winter, the light goes in Swanley by about 3:55pm, so outdoor jobs start early.
- Send us the postcode and photos
- We work out what category the work falls into
- We agree a date and any notification needed
- We set up the work area and remove the material
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
Before we arrive
- Let us know where we can park
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Mention any damage before we arrive
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
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Common reasons for removal jobs in Swanley
Some asbestos is higher risk than other kinds: lagging and board release fibres far more readily than cement, so their removal is licensed.
Typical jobs in Swanley include:
- Old cold water tanks
- Finds during refurbishment
- Broken sheets in gardens
- Garage roof sheets
If you’re on or near the A20 and B258, tell us about parking and loading, as main roads can be restricted.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which areas and materials are covered
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
- The method and controls
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
Removing asbestos around Swanley
Swanley is about 3 miles east of Orpington, in Kent. Swanley is within our Kent area, for removal jobs of every size. Swanley is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 14 miles away.
For rentals close to Swanley station, removal fits neatly between tenancies. At a school such as St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty. Parts of the Kent Downs National Landscape are within about 5 miles of Swanley; removing asbestos from rural buildings there follows the same rules, with access across yards and fields to plan.
This part of Kent takes in BR8, and your removal job can be anywhere in it. Whether your property is on London Road, Station Road and High Street or a nearby road, the process is the same. Swanley sits on or near the A20 and B258, so mention parking if the property is on one. Other places close to Swanley we cover include Crockenhill (1 mile south-west), Kevington (2 miles south-west), Derry Downs (3 miles west), St Mary Cray (3 miles west) and St Paul's Cray (3 miles west). We also cover nearby towns such as Dartford (4 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (8 miles south), Gravesend (9 miles east), Tonbridge (14 miles south), Northfleet (8 miles east) and Kings Hill (13 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include London Borough of Bromley Museum (3.2 miles south-west) and Queen Mary's Hospital (3.4 miles north-west). Within reach you’ll find The Warren and Summer Hill.
- Local schools include Orchards Academy (under half a mile west)
Swanley: your questions answered
Do you work on properties in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. The asbestos rules are the same in protected landscapes, but access to farm and rural buildings can take planning.
Do you cover Swanley and the area around Swanley station?
Yes. Swanley station is close to the centre of Swanley, and we cover the whole area.
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.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
Any building built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
What if my house is newer?
Buildings from after 2000 shouldn’t, because of the 1999 ban, although older materials can sometimes be reused or left in extensions.
Is asbestos removal licensed?
Not always. Cement and textured coatings are generally non-licensed; lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Send the details.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
Never: asbestos waste is hazardous and cannot go in skips, bins or recycling. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
What’s included, and what is not
What’s in and what’s out:
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
- Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise.
Materials in Swanley
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flue pipes
- Artex and textured coatings
- Panels and boards
- Bitumen roof felt
- Soffits (cement)
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Water tanks
- Garage and shed roofs
A closer look at the materials
Insulating board and lagging
Insulating board, lagging and sprayed coatings are licensed work in most cases.
Textured coatings
Sometimes it’s simpler to take the ceiling boards down whole.
What affects the price in Swanley
Our quotes take into account:
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- The size of the job
- How much waste there is
- How easy it is to reach
Identifying asbestos early is cheaper than stopping work later, when everything has to stop.
What to photograph
The most useful photos are:
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- An idea of size
- Where we could park
Not sure what you need? Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we’ll advise.
Doing it yourself?
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Asbestos waste cannot go in household bins, recycling or skips. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- 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