Kent · England
Asbestos Removal for Waldershare
Asbestos removal for Waldershare: removal of asbestos cement, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks. Send us photos and we will tell you what you need.
- Textured coatings
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
- Finds during refurbishment
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After we’ve finished in Waldershare
If anything turns up during removal that wasn’t expected, we stop and tell you, because the plan may need to change.
After we have finished:
- Send photos of the material and the access
- Plan any replacement work before the removal date
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
Don’ts
Do not put asbestos in household bins or skips.
Do not start building work before asbestos the work will disturb has been dealt with.
How asbestos removal works in Waldershare
Asbestos materials are kept wet, taken out whole where we can, and never cut with power tools, to keep fibre release as low as possible. Typical jobs include garage roof sheets and cement flues and gutters, including textured coatings, water tanks and cement roof sheets.
In a village like Waldershare, removal often involves barns, stables, outbuildings and farm buildings, where access across fields or yards needs planning. We explain what we find in plain English, including when it’s better to leave a material in place.
- Area
- Waldershare (CT15)
- Area hub
- Kent
- What we do
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Afterwards
- Consignment note for the waste
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Can I do it myself?
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials, so avoid them completely.
Limits to be aware of
Before you book, note that:
- Bad weather can affect outdoor removal
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, so the timing needs planning
- Replacing what’s removed, such as a roof or ceiling, is typically separate
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Common materials
- Gutters and downpipes
- Garage and shed roofs
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Artex and textured coatings
- Panels and boards
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Flue pipes
- Bitumen roof felt
- Water tanks
- Soffits (cement)
Which option is right?
Dealing with asbestos before work starts keeps the project on track, when everything has to wait for it to be dealt with. There is no one-size price, as every job differs. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
What you get
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
See how we quote or published price ranges.
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How we work
We wear disposable coveralls and suitable respirators, and nobody else enters the work area. When we’re done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows. Outdoor removal in Waldershare is planned to finish in daylight: in late December it’s dark by about 3:50pm, while in June it stays light until about 9:15pm.
- Tell us what needs removing and send photos
- We test the material if needed
- We plan the job and send a written quote
- On the day we set up, keep the material damp and remove it whole where we can
- The area is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site, with paperwork
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out previous surveys
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
How to get a quote
Not sure what you need? Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we’ll advise.
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Responsibilities for owners
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
What we deal with in Waldershare
Some owners remove visible asbestos before a sale or letting, though in good condition it doesn’t always need to go.
You cannot tell by looking, but these are common reasons people contact us:
- Textured coatings
- Cement flues and gutters
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
- Materials found mid-project
If you let property near Shepherds Well station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal.
Before you book anyone
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
- Any exclusions
Your questions about asbestos removal in Waldershare
Is asbestos common in Waldershare homes?
Any home in Waldershare built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos, but you cannot tell by looking. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Can you deal with asbestos on rural buildings in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. The asbestos rules are the same in protected landscapes, though access to rural buildings may need planning.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
You cannot tell by eye. A sample analysed in a laboratory is the reliable way to find out, and anything from before 2000 is worth checking.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Stop, keep people away from the area and don’t sweep or vacuum up debris. Then ask for advice; if you are worried about your health, speak to your GP.
Can asbestos be left in place?
It doesn’t always have to come out: material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed. It should be recorded and checked.
Can you quote from photos?
Clear photos and measurements are often enough; if not, we will arrange to see it.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
Work on higher-risk materials, such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board, is licensed and must be done by an HSE-licensed contractor. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed.
Do I need a test or a survey?
A test checks specific materials; a survey checks a whole building or work area. For building work, a survey is normally needed.
Waldershare properties and asbestos removal
Waldershare is about 4 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. Waldershare is part of the area we cover, from older terraces and semis to flats, workplaces and outbuildings. Waldershare is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We work right across the region, from Waldershare to Canterbury (about 10 miles away).
At a school such as Eythorne Elvington Community Primary School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty. Older buildings in Waldershare, near Church of St Pancras or elsewhere, may have asbestos in later alterations rather than the original fabric, so we test before we plan. Waldershare is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape. Rural removal jobs nearby often mean planning access across yards and fields. The coast is within about 6 miles of Waldershare, where exposed sites can be windy, so outdoor removal is planned around the forecast.
For removal jobs in CT15, just send the postcode and a few photos. If your property is just outside Waldershare, we also cover Eythorne (1 mile north-east), Coldred (1 mile south-west), Sibertswold (1 mile west), Halfway Street (2 miles west) and Lydden (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (10 miles north-west), Margate (14 miles north), Dover (4 miles south-east), Folkestone (8 miles south-west), Ramsgate (12 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (14 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Buckland Hospital (4.2 miles south) and Dover Transport Museum (3 miles south-east).
- Pubs nearby include The White Horse pub (0.7 miles north)
Prices and what affects them
When we quote, we look at:
- Location, parking and any London charges
- What the material is and its state
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- Disposal costs
Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
What to photograph
What to photograph:
- An overall view
- Damaged areas
- An idea of size
- A close-up from a safe distance
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note