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Asbestos Survey for Hawkinge
Asbestos survey in Hawkinge and across Kent: surveys that find, sample and record asbestos, with written paperwork.
- Demolition of garages, extensions and buildings
- Shared halls, stairs and plant rooms
- Shops, offices and industrial units
Need an asbestos survey in Hawkinge?
Asbestos survey near Hawkinge
If a building in Hawkinge dates from before 2000, or was refurbished before then, it may contain asbestos. The way to know for sure is a survey: a surveyor inspects the building, takes small samples of suspect materials and records the results in a report. People often contact us about shops, offices and industrial units and public and community buildings, including water tanks, flues and floor tiles.
Homes in areas like Hawkinge range from older cottages to post-war and later houses, and any built or altered before 2000 can contain asbestos, so a survey before work is sensible. Small jobs get the same care as big ones, with the same attention to the regulations.
- Where
- Hawkinge (CT18)
- County
- Kent
- What we do
- Management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase surveys
- Afterwards
- A written report with lab results
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What happens next
If there are areas we couldn’t reach, the report lists them clearly, so they’re treated as if they contain asbestos until checked.
Once you know what’s there, a few simple habits help:
- Make sure you can pass the report to your builder
- Describe the work you are planning, so the survey covers the right areas
- Let us know about locked rooms or unsafe areas
- Keep children and pets away from the areas being surveyed
Don’ts
Please don’t break off pieces for us to look at: we take samples with wetting and sealing to limit any release.
Please do not break off pieces for us to look at: sampling is part of the survey, done with controls to keep dust down.
What happens
For a management survey, we look into cupboards, voids and lofts that are reasonably accessible and take small samples. We seal up each sample point. Nobody else needs to be in the work area, so children and pets should be kept elsewhere.
- Get in touch with the address and your plans
- We set out the survey type, the areas covered and the price in writing
- We carry out the survey on site
- The lab analyses the samples
- You receive a clear written report with recommendations
Before we arrive
- Tell us about anything that is already damaged
- Mention any parking restrictions
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
Getting a price
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page to get started.
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Typical surveys in Hawkinge
Asbestos went into roofing, boards, coatings, tiles, insulation and more, so they can turn up almost anywhere in an older building.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Checks on rental property
- Contractors’ requests for an asbestos report
- Shops, offices and industrial units
- Refurbishment, rewiring and new kitchens or bathrooms
Non-domestic buildings, The Churchill School among them, come under the duty to manage asbestos; we survey non-domestic buildings by arrangement with the duty holder.
What to look for in a quote
- How many samples are included
- That the survey follows HSE’s guide HSG264
- The scope of the job, in writing
- What the report or result will contain
A closer look at the materials
Roofing felt and bitumen
Roof felts are checked where they fall within the survey.
Insulating board
It’s easy to mistake insulating board for other boards, so a lab result is essential.
Places near Hawkinge
Surveys around Hawkinge
Hawkinge is about 2 miles north of Folkestone, in Kent. Properties in Hawkinge range from older houses to newer estates and commercial buildings, and anything built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We cover 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 12 miles away.
If you have an older property in Hawkinge, near St Luke's or anywhere else, a refurbishment and demolition survey of the areas affected should come first. If you let flats or houses near Folkestone West station, a survey gives contractors the information they need. Parts of the Kent Downs National Landscape are within about 4 miles of Hawkinge, where farm buildings, barns and stables with cement roofs are common. The sea is within about 3 miles of Hawkinge, and coastal properties often have porches, canopies and outbuildings that a survey can include.
For surveys in CT18, just send the postcode and a few photos. Local streets include The Street, Spitfire Way and Waddington Drive; we cover every one. If your property is just outside Hawkinge, we also cover Densole (1 mile north), Old Hawkinge (1 mile east), Arpinge (1 mile south-west), Swingfield Minnis (2 miles north) and Selsted (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also work in Ashford (13 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (6 miles east), Deal (12 miles north-east), Hythe (4 miles south-west) and Tower Hamlets (6 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Royal Victoria Hospital (2 miles south) and Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (2.1 miles south-west). The countryside around Hawkinge includes Cheriton Hill.
- Schools near Hawkinge include Turner Free School (1.6 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Mayfly pub (within half a mile south-east)
Can I do it myself?
A professional job comes with paperwork: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
Weighing up your options
A low price can mean a narrow scope. Compare the areas covered, the sampling and the report, not just the price, before deciding. Our quotes are clear about VAT, so you can compare like with like.
Why choose us
- The right survey for your plans
- Honest advice, even when the answer is to leave it
- Accredited laboratory results
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
Take a look at how we quote and published price ranges.
What it costs
The price of an asbestos survey depends mainly on:
- What the material is and its state
- The size of the job
- How many outbuildings are included
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
The cost of an asbestos survey depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.
What to photograph
For a quick quote, include:
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- Approximate dimensions
- How we’d reach it
- Damaged areas
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.
Your questions about an asbestos survey in Hawkinge
Do you cover Hawkinge from London?
Hawkinge is about 60 miles from central London, well within our area.
Is asbestos common in Hawkinge homes?
Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
What will I get after the survey?
A record of every suspect material in scope: where it is, whether it contains asbestos, its condition, photos and what to do, plus any areas we couldn’t reach.
What if the weather’s bad?
That depends: indoor jobs are not affected, but outdoor removal may be rescheduled for safety.
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 do I get a quote?
Start with the postcode and a description of the material, with photos if possible. To do that, call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
Stop work in that area and keep people out, then have the material identified before anything else happens.
Do you work on commercial premises?
Yes. Tell us the size and use of the building and what you need.
For landlords, agents and businesses
If your business premises in Hawkinge were built before 2000, you should have an asbestos register and management plan, and contractors must be told what’s there.
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, while the property is empty.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site