Kent · England
Asbestos Survey for New Hythe
Found something that might be asbestos in New Hythe? Our service covers surveys that find, sample and record asbestos, with clear advice at each step.
- Refurbishment, rewiring and new kitchens or bathrooms
- Shared halls, stairs and plant rooms
- Community buildings and halls
Asbestos survey in New Hythe
New Hythe questions
Do you cover New Hythe from London?
New Hythe is about 27 miles from central London, well within our area.
Do you come out to small villages like New Hythe?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
Can you quote from photos?
Often we can quote from clear photos and a description; if not, we’ll arrange to see it.
Does weather affect the work?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor removal may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain, for safety.
Do landlords need an asbestos survey?
Anyone with a duty to manage asbestos in non-domestic premises or the common parts of domestic buildings typically starts with one. Landlords of single homes often use one too, so they know what’s there before work.
Do you work in New Hythe?
Yes, New Hythe is in our area. Tell us the postcode and what you need.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, as long as the seller agrees.
Do I need an asbestos survey before renovating?
Yes, for the areas being worked on: HSE’s guidance calls for a refurbishment and demolition survey before the work starts.
About our asbestos survey in New Hythe
Any building in New Hythe built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. A survey is the way to find out: we inspect, sample suspect materials and write up what we find. Common materials are textured ceilings, floor tiles and flues, and typical jobs are checks on rental property and contractors’ requests for an asbestos report.
Rural homes near New Hythe have often been extended over generations, so a refurbishment survey before work checks every part being touched. Work is planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance.
- Location
- New Hythe (ME20)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Covers
- Surveys for homes, landlords and businesses
- Afterwards
- Written survey report
- Quotes
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
How we work
Our surveyor inspects each area in scope and samples suspect materials, with each sample point damped and sealed afterwards. Unexpected finds are discussed with you first before carrying on.
- Tell us about the building, its age and what you’re planning
- We set out the survey type, the areas covered and the price in writing
- We inspect and sample the areas in scope
- Each sample is analysed by an accredited laboratory
- The report comes to you, and we explain anything that is not clear
Before we arrive
- Tell us about parking and access
- Clear the way to the work area
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
How to get a quote
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
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What happens next
Keep the report somewhere safe and share it with anyone working on the building, so nobody disturbs asbestos by accident.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- In a block of flats, ask for the register of the shared areas
- Tell us about any areas that are locked or unsafe
- Share any previous surveys or drawings
- Describe the work you’re planning, so the scope matches
What to avoid
Do not take samples yourself before the survey: sampling is part of the survey, done with controls to keep dust down.
Book the survey before the builders, so the results can shape your plans and your budget.
Surveying buildings in New Hythe
New Hythe is about 4 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. We cover New Hythe as part of Kent, whatever the size of the job. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 27 miles away.
If you manage lettings around New Hythe station, it helps to know what’s in the building before repairs. Schools such as Brookfield Junior School are non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos and keep a register, and a management survey is normally where that starts.
This part of Kent takes in ME20. Whether your property is on Sherwood Avenue, Ingram Close and Abery Drive or anywhere nearby, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover include Lunsford (1 mile west), Larkfield (1 mile south-west), Leybourne (1 mile south-west), Eccles (1 mile north-east) and Snodland (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also work in Maidstone (4 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (12 miles east), Dartford (13 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (12 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west) and Gravesend (9 miles north).
A little further out are Maidstone Hospital (2.8 miles south-east) and Medway megaliths (2.1 miles east). Within reach you’ll find Blue Bell Hill and Burham Down.
- Schools near New Hythe include Aylesford School (0.9 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Monks Head pub (0.8 miles south-west)
Prices and what affects them
Every quote reflects:
- Which survey type fits your plans
- How easy it is to reach
- The size and age of the building
- Material and condition
Dealing with asbestos before building work is generally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when everything has to stop.
Photos that help
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- A rough size or measurement
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form, and we will reply with a quote.
What we do and do not cover
Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:
- The rooms in a refurbishment survey need to be cleared, so plan it around the building’s use
- A survey reflects the building on the day; condition can change, so recheck it
- The survey tells you what’s there; removal is a separate job, though we can quote for that too
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before booking.
Materials in New Hythe
- Cement sheets and cladding
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Water tanks and flues
- Pipe lagging
- Ceiling tiles
- Artex and textured coatings
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Boiler cupboards and panels
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Garage and shed roofs
More for properties in New Hythe
Weighing up your options
A survey or a sample test? A test answers the question for one or two specific materials; a survey looks at the whole building or work area and finds materials you might not have noticed. The cost of an asbestos survey depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. We quote each job individually.
How we work in New Hythe
- Inaccessible areas listed clearly
- Practical recommendations
- Every main survey type
- Work done to the regulations
Read how we quote or our cost guide.
DIY and asbestos
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
For businesses and landlords in New Hythe
If you manage or own a block in New Hythe, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades, and condition checked regularly.
If you run a business from older premises in New Hythe, you should have an asbestos register and management plan, and you must tell contractors what’s there.
What it might be made of
Roofing felt and bitumen
Felt on flat roofs and outbuildings is sampled where it’s in scope.
Floor tiles and adhesive
Older floor tiles and the black glue under them may contain asbestos. They’re often hidden under newer flooring.
- 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