Kent · England
Asbestos Removal in Walmer
Worried about asbestos in Walmer? Our service covers planned asbestos removal and legal disposal, with clear advice at each step.
- Floor tiles before a new floor
- Artex before plastering
- Old flues
Need asbestos removal in Walmer?
What we do and do not cover
A few things to be aware of:
- Some jobs must be notified first, so the timing needs planning
- Removal in strong wind or heavy rain may need rescheduling
- Making good is normally a separate job
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we deal with
- Water tanks
- Bitumen roof felt
- Garage and shed roofs
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Asbestos cement sheets
- Flue pipes
- Soffits (cement)
- Artex and textured coatings
- Panels and boards
- Gutters and downpipes
Asbestos removal in Walmer
In homes, in Walmer as elsewhere, the usual materials are cement products, textured coatings and floor tiles. HSE treats work on these as non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed in most cases, but it still needs the right controls. We often deal with textured coatings, gutters and downpipes and water tanks, and people normally contact us about cement flues and gutters and garage roof sheets.
In towns and villages like Walmer, we often remove garage roofs and old sheds, reached through gardens and drives. We follow HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, whatever the size of the job.
- Location
- Walmer (CT14)
- County
- Kent
- What we do
- Asbestos removal to HSE guidance
- Afterwards
- Consignment note for the waste
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Places near Walmer
What else we do in Walmer
What we deal with in Walmer
Selling or letting a property can prompt removal of obvious materials, though in good condition it doesn’t always need to go.
Get advice if you’re dealing with any of these:
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
- Artex ceilings before renovation
- Finds during refurbishment
- Old cold water tanks
For rentals close to Walmer station, removal fits neatly between tenancies.
Questions to ask before you book
- What exactly is included: the areas, materials or samples
- If the price includes VAT
- How fibres will be kept down
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
Walmer properties and asbestos removal
Walmer is about 6 miles north-east of Dover, in Kent. Walmer is within our Kent area, whatever the size of the job. Walmer is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we work. Our area stretches from Walmer to Canterbury (about 15 miles away).
If you are on or near the A258, tell us about parking and loading. For non-domestic buildings like The Downs Church of England Primary School, removal is planned with the duty holder and timed for when the area is empty. The coast is within about 2 miles of Walmer; on exposed coastal sites, wind affects when outdoor removal can go ahead.
We cover removal jobs across the CT14 postcode area and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Lawn Road, York Road and Grams Road, and asbestos removal is available on all of them. With the A258 close by, Walmer is simple for us to get to. We also carry out removal jobs in Deal (1 mile north), Mill Hill (1 mile north-west), Great Mongeham (2 miles north-west), Sholden (2 miles north-west) and Ripple (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (15 miles west), Margate (12 miles north), Dover (6 miles south-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (9 miles north) and Broadstairs (11 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Kent Museum of the Moving Image (1.4 miles north) and Walmer Castle (within half a mile south-east).
- Schools near Walmer include Goodwin Academy (0.8 miles north)
- Nearby, you will find The Telegraph pub (0.6 miles north)
FAQs for Walmer
Do older homes in Walmer have asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Walmer may have it. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you cover Walmer from London?
We cover Walmer, about 68 miles from central London.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey, arranged with the seller’s permission, shows what asbestos is there before you exchange.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos is a hazard when its fibres get into the air. Diseases linked to it, such as mesothelioma and asbestosis, can appear many years later, which is why it’s identified before work.
Can I remove asbestos myself?
HSE’s advice is not to do it yourself, and higher-risk materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Do you need a licence to remove asbestos?
It depends on the material and the job. Cement and textured coatings are usually non-licensed; lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone has to let us into all the areas in the job.
Do you work in Walmer?
Yes, Walmer is in our area. Send us the postcode for a quote.
Step by step
If we find more than expected, or something different, we stop and talk to you, rather than carrying on regardless. The work area is kept clear while we’re working. Outdoor removal in Walmer 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 method, controls, waste and any notification, and send a 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
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Tell us about anything that is already damaged
- Move things out of the way carefully
Ask for a quote
Each job is priced individually. To start, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
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Afterwards
If other asbestos remains in the building, it should still be recorded and managed, so future trades know about it.
Some practical advice:
- Let neighbours know if work is near them
- Let us know where we can park
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
- Clear the area around the work, without disturbing the asbestos
What to avoid
Don’t let anyone remove asbestos without asking how the waste will be disposed of, and ask for the consignment note.
Don’t sweep, vacuum or brush up broken asbestos debris; keep people away and ask for advice.
Prices and what affects them
The cost depends on:
- The survey scope
- Travel and parking
- The category of work
- The type of material and its condition
The cost of asbestos removal depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. We quote each job individually.
Sending photos
To help us quote quickly, send:
- A close-up from a safe distance
- Cracks or breaks
- A rough size or measurement
- Labels, if any
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: just send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Options to consider in Walmer
Very cheap quotes can be a warning sign: controls, equipment and legal disposal all cost money. Always ask for the consignment note. A price that looks too good to be true often is: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
Why choose us
- No removal until we know what it is
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- Houses, flats and business premises
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
DIY and asbestos
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials, so avoid them completely.
If you do find something during DIY, stop: keep people away, do not sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
For businesses and landlords in Walmer
If you manage or own a block in Walmer, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades, and condition checked regularly.
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site