Kent · England
Asbestos Testing for Comp
Looking for asbestos testing in Comp? We work across Comp and the towns around it, with plain-English advice and a written quote.
- Debris found after DIY
- Boards and panels before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Porch canopies
Need asbestos testing in Comp?
Asbestos testing near Comp
You cannot tell whether something contains asbestos by looking at it. Only a laboratory can tell you for sure, which is what our testing service in Comp provides. From answers trades need before starting and garage roofs before replacement, we deal with black adhesive, flue pipes and soffit boards.
In areas like Comp, outbuildings and farm buildings are common testing jobs, since cement sheeting was widely used. Every job comes with paperwork, which is useful when you sell, let or build.
- Where
- Comp (TN15)
- County
- Kent
- Covers
- Sampling and laboratory testing
- You receive
- A written result for each sample
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
The scope of asbestos testing
To be clear about the scope:
- A result tells you what the material is, not how to remove it
- Testing doesn’t look for anything else, so it isn’t a substitute for a survey before major work
- Sampling high or hidden materials may need access equipment
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise.
What we deal with
- Flue pipes
- Pipe lagging
- Garage roof sheets
- Artex and textured ceilings
- Soffit boards
- Water tanks
- Bitumen adhesive
- Floor tiles
- Panels behind heaters
- Roof felt
Materials we deal with
Textured coatings
Textured ceilings and walls are among the most common things people ask us to test. Older coatings can contain a small amount of asbestos.
Floor tiles and adhesive
You may find tiles under carpet or laminate; test before lifting them.
How we work
If we spot other materials that might contain asbestos, we’ll mention them, so you can decide whether to test them too. When we’re done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows.
- Let us know which materials you’re worried about
- You get a quote for the samples
- We visit, take the samples and seal each point
- The samples are logged and sent to an accredited laboratory
- The written results come back to you, and we explain them
Preparing for the visit
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
Get a quote
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
For landlords, agents and businesses
Landlords of single homes don’t have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.
Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
What it costs
The biggest factors in the price are:
- The size and age of the building
- The type of material and its condition
- How much there is
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
Every quote says whether VAT is included.
Photos that help
Photos often save us a visit:
- An idea of size
- A photo of the whole area
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- Labels, if any
Every job is quoted in writing. Just call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form with the details.
Testing around Comp
Comp is about 3 miles west of Kings Hill, in Kent. For tests in Comp, tell us about parking and access. Comp is one of 922 places in Kent where we work. You can also see our page for London, about 24 miles away.
If your home is one of the older properties in Comp, near Church of St Mary or elsewhere, it’s worth testing suspect materials before work. If you let property close to Borough Green & Wrotham station, a quick test between tenants is worth considering. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles, and rural properties nearby often have outbuildings with roofs worth testing.
Anywhere in TN15, we can help with asbestos testing, from busy streets to quiet lanes. For properties just outside Comp, we cover Platt (1 mile north-west), Wrotham Heath (1 mile north-east), Crouch (1 mile south-west), Claygate Cross (1 mile south-west) and Borough Green (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also work in Maidstone (8 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (7 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles south), Gravesend (10 miles north) and Tonbridge (7 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Ightham Court (2.3 miles west) and Beechin Wood Archery Museum (less than half a mile west).
- Nearby schools include Wrotham School (1.6 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Blue Anchor pub (0.7 miles north-west)
Comp questions
Is asbestos common in Comp homes?
That depends on when it was built and altered: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Comp may have it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you come out to small villages like Comp?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone has to let us into all the areas in the job, and it helps if you’re around to answer questions.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
Any building built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Do I need a test or a survey?
A test checks specific materials; a survey checks a whole building or work area. Before building work, you normally need a survey.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Stop, keep people away from the area and don’t sweep or vacuum up debris. Then get advice.
Do you give written quotes?
Yes, always.
How quickly can you come out?
It depends on the job and our diary. We’ll give you dates when we quote, and notifiable work needs notifying before it starts.
Typical tests in Comp
Textured coatings, floor tiles, cement sheets and boards can all look the same with or without asbestos, so appearance and age aren’t enough.
You can’t tell by looking, but these are common reasons people contact us:
- Answers trades need before starting
- Panels behind old heaters
- Floor tiles and black adhesive
- One-off checks in rented property
Schools such as Platt Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School should have an asbestos management plan, and staff can ask to see how it works.
Comparing quotes
- The report contents
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- If the price includes VAT
- Areas included and excluded
Options to consider in Comp
A lab result is far more reliable than guessing from photos. We can tell you whether something looks like it could contain asbestos, but only a lab can confirm it. There’s no one-size price, as every job differs. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Why us?
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Clear written quotes
- Clear advice on your options
- Clear notes on any areas not reached
Take a look at how we price jobs or the cost guide.
After we have finished in Comp
If the result shows a higher-risk material such as insulating board or lagging, the work will generally be licensed, and we will explain what that involves.
Once you know what’s there, a few simple habits help:
- Make the area easy to reach
- Test everything you are worried about at once
- Let us know what you want to do next
- If tiles and adhesive are both exposed, mention it
What to avoid
Get the result before work is booked, so there is no delay later.
Test before you book the builders, so you can plan properly.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site