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Asbestos Removal Services in Upton, Kent
Found something that might be asbestos in Upton? We provide safe asbestos removal and legal disposal, explained in plain English.
- Outbuildings with cement roofs
- Artex before plastering
- Old flues
Asbestos removal in Upton
Asbestos removal in Upton: local notes
Upton is about 1 mile south-west of Broadstairs, in Kent. Upton is within our Kent area, for removal jobs of every size. Upton is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our area stretches from Upton to Canterbury (about 16 miles away).
For non-domestic buildings like Upton Junior School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. Landlords near Broadstairs station often time removal for when a property is empty. Upton is within about 2 miles of the coast, where exposed sites can be windy, so outdoor removal is planned around the forecast.
We cover removal jobs across CT10, CT11 and CT12 and the streets around it. Your property could be on Vale Road, Lawn Road and Upton Road. Main roads around Upton include the A255, so mention parking if the property is on one. Other places close to Upton we cover include Broadstairs (1 mile north-east), St Peter's (1 mile north-west), Northwood (1 mile west), Ramsgate (1 mile south-west) and St Lawrence (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Deal (10 miles south), Herne Bay (13 miles west), Walmer (11 miles south), Whitfield (15 miles south), Sandwich (7 miles south-west) and Aylesham (13 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Westwood Cross (1.2 miles west) and Crampton Tower (under half a mile east). Green spaces nearby include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Local schools include The Charles Dickens School (less than half a mile north-west) and The Charles Dickens School (within half a mile north-west)
- Local pubs include The Little Albion Inn (less than half a mile north-east)
About our asbestos removal in Upton
Asbestos removal starts with knowing what the material is. If nobody has tested it, we take a sample first, since the right method depends on what it is. People often contact us about Artex ceilings before renovation and cement flues and gutters, involving water tanks, cement roof sheets and floor tiles.
Properties in places like Upton with larger plots can have more than one cement-roofed building. We explain what we find in plain English, including when leaving a material alone is the sensible choice.
- Location
- Upton (CT10, CT11, CT12)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Service
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Paperwork
- Consignment note for the waste
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Looking after things afterwards
Any asbestos left elsewhere should stay on record, for anyone working there later.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Move belongings away, but leave the asbestos alone
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- File the consignment note
- Let neighbours know if work is near them
Don’ts
Don’t put asbestos in household bins or skips.
Never pressure-wash, sand or cut asbestos.
Typical removal jobs in Upton
Until 1999, asbestos went into many building products, so buildings across Kent built or refurbished before 2000 can contain it.
These are the materials and situations that most often lead to removal jobs:
- Finds during refurbishment
- Debris left from a previous job
- Garage roofs and whole garages
- Old cold water tanks
Older buildings in Upton, near Parish Church of St Peter the Apostle or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so we identify materials before planning removal.
Questions to ask before booking
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- If the price includes VAT
Can I do it myself?
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
Asbestos waste cannot go in household bins, recycling or skips. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
For businesses and landlords in Upton
Landlords of single homes don’t have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but contractors still need to know about asbestos before they work.
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
Materials we deal with
Insulating board and lagging
Insulating board, lagging and sprayed coatings are licensed work in most cases.
Bitumen and felt
Bitumen felts can contain asbestos, normally tightly bound.
Limits to be aware of
So you know what to expect:
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
- Some jobs must be notified first, which affects the start date
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise.
What we deal with
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Bitumen roof felt
- Panels and boards
- Garage and shed roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flue pipes
- Artex and textured coatings
- Soffits (cement)
- Water tanks
- Floor tiles and adhesive
Places near Upton
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Upton questions
Do you work near Broadstairs station?
Yes, we cover Upton, including the streets around Broadstairs station.
Do you cover Upton from London?
We cover Upton, about 66 miles from central London.
Can I remove asbestos myself?
HSE’s advice is not to do it yourself, and licensed materials must only be handled by a licensed contractor.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
Testing tells you about particular materials; a survey looks at everything in scope, including things you hadn’t spotted.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
The builder should stop and close off the area. We’ll identify it and advise on removal.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
You can’t tell by eye. Laboratory analysis of a sample gives the answer, especially in buildings from before 2000.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
No. Asbestos is hazardous waste and must go to a site that accepts it. We take it to a permitted site with paperwork.
Do you work in Upton?
Yes, Upton is in our area. Tell us the postcode and what you need.
What happens
On the day, we set up the work area first: barrier tape, signs and protection where needed, then keep the material damp throughout. Unexpected finds are discussed with you first. We plan outdoor jobs in Upton to finish before dark: in late December it’s dark by about 3:50pm, while in June it stays light until about 9:15pm.
- Get in touch with the details of the job
- 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
How to prepare
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Do not disturb the material before we get there
Ask for a quote
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: use our quote form or call 07833 053 749, and we will reply with a quote.
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Prices and what affects them
Prices vary with:
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- Disposal costs
- What the material is and its state
- Location, parking and any London charges
A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, because the material is clear.
Photos that help
The most useful photos are:
- Labels, if any
- Where we could park
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Cracks or breaks
Include any existing survey or test when you call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form; it helps us quote accurately.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site