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Asbestos Surveys in Marley, Kent
Asbestos survey in Marley: management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase asbestos surveys. Send us photos and we will tell you what you need.
- Buying a property built before 2000
- Demolition of garages, extensions and buildings
- Rented homes between tenancies
Asbestos survey near Marley
How asbestos survey works in Marley
If a building in Marley dates from before 2000, or was refurbished before then, it may contain asbestos. A survey is the way to find out: we inspect, sample suspect materials and write up what we find. Whether it’s surveys requested by builders before work and planned refurbishment work, we deal with floor tiles, water tanks and textured ceilings and more.
Around a village like Marley, a survey may need to cover a farmhouse, its extensions and several outbuildings, each scoped separately if needed. If you’re unsure what you need, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal, whichever fits.
- Where
- Marley (ME17)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Covers
- Asbestos surveys with lab-analysed samples
- You receive
- A written report with lab results
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
For landlords, agents and businesses
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
For managing agents and freeholders in Marley, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors.
FAQs for Marley
Do you work near Harrietsham station?
Yes. Harrietsham station is about 0.6 miles west of Marley, and we cover both.
Do you work on properties in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, the same rules apply there, though access to rural buildings may need planning.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
Not always. If it’s in good condition and nobody will disturb it, leaving it in place and checking it can be the safer choice.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Avoid sweeping, vacuuming or dusting, then contact a professional; your GP can advise if you’re worried about your health.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, with the seller’s permission.
What does licensed work mean?
It covers the higher-risk materials: pipe lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board. It needs a contractor with an HSE licence.
Is a home built after 2000 likely to contain asbestos?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so buildings built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, but older parts and reused materials can still contain it.
Will I get the price in writing?
Yes, every quote is in writing and says what’s included, including whether VAT is included.
Materials we deal with
Floor tiles and adhesive
Vinyl and thermoplastic floor tiles and black bitumen adhesive can contain asbestos. They’re often hidden under newer flooring.
Pipe lagging
If a survey finds asbestos lagging, the report will say so and recommend what to do, and it shouldn’t be disturbed.
Typical surveys in Marley
For workplaces and common parts, the law requires asbestos to be identified and its risk assessed. A survey is the usual way to do that.
These are some of the things we deal with in Marley:
- Surveys requested by builders before work
- Shared halls, stairs and plant rooms
- Managing asbestos in workplaces and non-domestic premises
- Rented homes between tenancies
Got an older property in Marley, close to St John the Baptist's Church or further out? Survey the areas you’re working on before work starts.
Questions to ask before you book
- That the survey follows HSE’s guide HSG264
- If the price includes VAT
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
The process
We photograph and assess the condition of everything we find, for the report. Before we leave, we explain what we did and what comes next.
- Tell us about the building, its age and what you’re planning
- We agree the survey type and scope, and send a quote
- On the agreed day, the surveyor inspects, photographs and samples
- Each sample is analysed by an accredited laboratory
- You get the report, and we talk you through it
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure we can get to the area
- Mention any damage before we arrive
- Tell us about parking and access
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need? Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we’ll recommend the right option.
Related guides
Places near Marley
What else we do in Marley
DIY and asbestos
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
What affects the price in Marley
These are the main things that affect the price of an asbestos survey:
- The size and age of the building
- Location, parking and any London charges
- Lofts, voids and outbuildings to include
- Material and condition
Every quote says whether VAT is included.
What to photograph
Photo tips:
- Visible markings
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- An idea of size
- The parking area
To get a quote, send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
Choosing the right option
Some people skip the survey and hope for the best. Finding asbestos halfway through a job means stopping work, extra cost and possible exposure, so surveying first is typically cheaper in the end. How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so tell us about access.
Why people choose us
- Inaccessible areas listed clearly
- Every main survey type
- Work done to the regulations
- Houses, flats and business premises
See how we quote and the cost guide.
Limits to be aware of
Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:
- The survey tells you what’s there; removal is a separate job
- A survey reflects the building on the day; condition can change, so recheck it
- A management survey doesn’t open up walls, floors or ceilings, so it is not enough before refurbishment
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Common materials
- Pipe lagging
- Cement sheets and cladding
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Water tanks and flues
- Garage and shed roofs
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Ceiling tiles
- Boiler cupboards and panels
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Artex and textured coatings
Surveys around Marley
Marley is about 7 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. Marley is within our Kent area, for surveys of every size. Marley is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we work. We work right across the region, from Marley to Canterbury (17 miles away).
If you let flats or houses near Harrietsham station, asbestos information should be ready for contractors before maintenance. For a school like Harrietsham Church of England Primary School, the duty holder must manage asbestos and keep an asbestos register. Parts of the Kent Downs National Landscape are within about 3 miles of Marley, where farm buildings, barns and stables with cement roofs are common.
Wherever your property is in ME17, we can help with an asbestos survey. Whether your property is on Parks Road, Young Lane and Church Lane or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. If your property is just outside Marley, we also cover Harrietsham (1 mile west), Pollhill (1 mile west), Sandway (1 mile south-east), Platt's Heath (1 mile south) and Chegworth (2 miles west). We also cover nearby towns such as Maidstone (7 miles west), Ashford (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (7 miles north), Faversham (10 miles north-east), Minster (13 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (12 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Leeds Castle (2.5 miles west) and The Dog Collar Museum (2.4 miles west).
- Schools near Marley include The Lenham School (1.1 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Roebuck Public House (0.5 miles west)
- 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
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site