Kent · England
Asbestos Removal for Swanscombe
Any pre-2000 building in Swanscombe may contain asbestos. We offer safe asbestos removal and legal disposal.
- Artex ceilings before renovation
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
- Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
Asbestos removal for Swanscombe
Should you do it yourself?
A professional job comes with paperwork: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
How asbestos removal works in Swanscombe
Much of the asbestos found in homes is asbestos cement, textured coating or floor tiles. HSE treats work on these as non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed in most cases, which still means proper controls. Typical jobs include vinyl and thermoplastic tiles and old cold water tanks, involving floor tiles, textured coatings and cement roof sheets.
In a smaller place like Swanscombe, removal is often a garage roof, a shed or an outbuilding, with access through the garden or drive. We explain what we find in plain English, including when leaving a material alone is the sensible choice.
- Area
- Swanscombe (DA9, DA10)
- County
- Kent
- What we do
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Afterwards
- Waste consignment note
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Materials we deal with
Asbestos cement
Asbestos cement releases fibres when broken or cut, so we unfix and lower it rather than breaking it.
Bitumen and felt
They’re removed by hand.
What’s included, and what is not
Before you book, note that:
- We do not remove anything until it’s been identified
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
- Licensed materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must be removed by an HSE-licensed contractor
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise before booking.
Materials we see
- Gutters and downpipes
- Garage and shed roofs
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Artex and textured coatings
- Panels and boards
- Flue pipes
- Bitumen roof felt
- Water tanks
- Soffits (cement)
Swanscombe questions
Could my house in Swanscombe contain asbestos?
That depends on when it was built and altered: asbestos was used until the 1999 ban, so older homes and older alterations in Swanscombe can contain it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you work near Greenhithe for Bluewater station?
Yes, we cover Swanscombe and the area towards Greenhithe for Bluewater station, about 0.5 miles west.
Is asbestos removal licensed?
It varies: licensed work covers lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board; cement and textured coatings typically aren’t licensed.
What if the weather’s bad?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor roof work can be delayed by strong wind or heavy rain.
What does removal cost?
There is no fixed price: it depends on the material, quantity, condition, access and disposal.
Does all asbestos have to be removed?
Material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed. Keep a record and check it from time to time.
Should all asbestos be removed?
No. Material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed. It should be recorded and checked.
How can I get a price?
Just ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page. Include the postcode, a description and photos.
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HSE advises the public not to remove asbestos themselves, and disposal still has to be done properly. Doing several things in one visit can help, for example testing several materials, or removing a garage roof and a flue at the same time.
How we work in Swanscombe
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Covering London and the South East
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
Read how we quote or the cost guide.
Prices and what affects them
Prices vary with:
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- The quantity or area
- Parking and access charges
- The number of samples or the size of the building
A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, because the material is clear.
Photos that help
Photos often save us a visit:
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- A picture of the whole area
- The parking area
- A close-up from a safe distance
Not sure what you need? Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we will recommend the right option.
The process
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. Our team uses the right protective equipment, and keeps dust to a minimum. Outdoor removal in Swanscombe is planned to finish in daylight: that means by about 3:50pm in December, or about 9:20pm in June.
- Share photos, the postcode and any survey or test you have
- We confirm what the material is and what category of work it falls into
- A written quote follows, covering method, controls and disposal
- On the agreed date we set up the work area and remove the material carefully
- Everything is cleaned up, and the waste paperwork follows
Preparing for the visit
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Keep children and pets away on the day
Get a quote
Include any existing survey or test when you send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
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What happens next
Keep the consignment note with your property records: it proves legal disposal.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Photos of the material and the route in help
- Move belongings away, but leave the asbestos alone
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
- Let us know where we can park
Avoid these
Do not jet-wash, sand, drill or cut asbestos materials.
Never sweep or vacuum asbestos debris.
Removal jobs in Swanscombe
Swanscombe is about 3 miles east of Dartford, in Kent. Swanscombe is part of the area we cover, from older terraces and semis to flats, workplaces and outbuildings. Swanscombe is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 17 miles away.
In older buildings across Swanscombe, asbestos may be in later additions, so materials are identified first. For non-domestic buildings like Knockhall Primary School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty.
Anywhere in DA9 and DA10, we can help with asbestos removal. We can help with removal jobs on streets such as London Road, Craylands Square and High Street, wherever it is in Swanscombe. You will find Swanscombe on the A206 and A226, so it’s easy for us to reach. We also carry out removal jobs in Greenhithe (1 mile north-west), Stone (1 mile west), Bean (1 mile south), Darenth (2 miles south-west) and Green Street Green (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Dartford (3 miles west), Sevenoaks (12 miles south), Gravesend (4 miles east), Northfleet (3 miles south-east), Swanley (6 miles south-west) and Kings Hill (13 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Stone Castle (0.7 miles south-west) and Bluewater (1 mile south-west). The countryside around Swanscombe includes Sawyers Lake and Chafford Gorges Nature Park.
- Nearby schools include The Ebbsfleet Academy (1 mile south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Pier Hotel (0.5 miles north-west)
For landlords, agents and businesses
For managing agents and freeholders in Swanscombe, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades.
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
- 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
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site