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Asbestos Sampling and Testing in Erith, Greater London
Any pre-2000 building in Erith may contain asbestos. Our asbestos testing service covers laboratory testing of suspect materials.
- Tiles found under carpet
- Porch canopies
- Artex ceilings before plastering, sanding or drilling
Get a quote for Erith
Prices and what affects them
We base our quote on:
- The type of material and its condition
- How much there is
- The survey type
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
Every quote says whether VAT is included.
Helping us quote
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Street parking nearby
- Damaged areas
- The access route
Send us the address in Erith, a description and some photos: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Asbestos testing in Erith
You can’t tell whether something contains asbestos by looking at it. The only reliable way to know is laboratory analysis of a sample, which is what our testing service in Erith provides. Typical jobs include garage roofs before replacement and soffits and porch canopies before replacement, including floor tiles, flue pipes and soffit boards.
London homes like those in Erith have often been refitted many times, so a material that looks modern can sit on top of something older. We work to HSE guidance on every job, large or small.
- Location
- Erith (DA8, DA17, DA7)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- What we do
- Samples analysed by an accredited lab
- You receive
- Lab result in writing
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
For landlords, agents and businesses
If you manage or own a block in Erith, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades, and condition checked regularly.
If your business premises in Erith were built before 2000, you should have an asbestos register and management plan, and you must tell contractors what’s there.
How it works
If we see anything else suspicious, we will tell you, so you can decide whether to test them too. We wear suitable protective equipment for the job, and use controls to keep dust down.
- Tell us what the material is, where it is, and send a photo if you can
- We quote for the samples needed
- We take each sample with wetting and controls, and seal it
- The samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- You get the written result, and we explain what it means
How to prepare
- Don’t disturb the material before we get there
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Tell us about parking and access
Getting a price
Include any existing survey or test when you call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
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What it might be made of
Textured coatings
We take a small piece of the coating, from a discreet spot.
Cement sheets
We sample from the edge of a sheet, without standing on the roof, as asbestos cement roofs are fragile.
Common questions in Erith
Could my house in Erith contain asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos was used until the 1999 ban, so older homes and older alterations in Erith can contain it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you cover Erith and the area around Erith station?
Yes. Erith station is close to the centre of Erith, and we cover the whole area.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
It covers the higher-risk materials: lagging, sprayed coatings and most asbestos insulating board. Only a contractor holding an HSE licence can do it.
How dangerous is asbestos?
It can be, if fibres are released and breathed in. The related diseases often take decades to develop, so the aim is never to disturb it unknowingly.
How do I get a quote?
Send us the details: the postcode, what you’ve found and where it is, with photos if possible. Then call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Does weather affect the work?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor roof work can be delayed by strong wind or heavy rain.
Do you do air testing?
Air testing is a different job from material testing, and not one we do: clearance testing after licensed removal is carried out by an independent UKAS-accredited analyst. We will tell you if your job needs it.
What if my house is newer?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so buildings built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, although older materials can sometimes be reused or left in extensions.
Good to know
A few things to be aware of:
- We can’t confirm asbestos from a picture
- Identifying the material is the first step; removal is planned separately
- Testing does not look for anything else, so it is not a substitute for a survey before major work
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise.
Materials in Erith
- Pipe lagging
- Bitumen adhesive
- Water tanks
- Artex and textured ceilings
- Garage roof sheets
- Soffit boards
- Roof felt
- Panels behind heaters
- Flue pipes
- Floor tiles
Your options compared
Air tests aren’t the same as material tests. Clearance air testing after licensed removal must be carried out by an independent analyst accredited by UKAS. The cost of asbestos testing depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. We quote each job individually.
Why choose us
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Records for your files
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
Take a look at how we quote and our cost guide.
Testing materials in Erith
Erith is about 3 miles north-west of Dartford, in Greater London. Anywhere in Erith, just send the postcode, and we will quote. We cover 764 places in Greater London. Our area stretches from Erith to London (about 11 miles away).
If you let property close to Erith station, you can test a material while the property is empty. Parents and staff at schools such as Christ Church (Erith) CofE Primary School can ask about the school’s asbestos management.
We cover tests across the DA8, DA17 and DA7 postcode area and the streets around it. That could mean a property on Church Road, Town Square and Erith High Street, wherever it is in Erith. We also carry out tests in Northumberland Heath (1 mile south), Bexley Riverside (1 mile south), Belvedere (1 mile north-west), Lessness Heath (1 mile north-west) and Barnehurst (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also work in London (11 miles west), City of Westminster (14 miles west), Marylebone (14 miles west), St Pancras (13 miles west), Shoreditch (11 miles west) and Walthamstow (11 miles north-west).
Erith is in London, inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, where parking and loading can be restricted: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Other landmarks nearby include Erith and District Hospital (under half a mile south-west) and Broadway Shopping Centre (1.9 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Crossness Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Erith School (within half a mile south-west) and Trinity School (0.6 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Cross Keys pub (0.5 miles east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Colyers (0.6 miles south)
Can I do it myself?
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
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.
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Looking after things afterwards
If asbestos is found, we’ll explain your options: it may be left, covered or removed, depending on your plans.
Going forward:
- Test everything you’re worried about at once
- Photos of the material help us plan
- Not sure between a test and a survey? Ask
- Don’t touch it before we arrive
What to avoid
Do not break off a piece to test yourself; tell us where it is and we will sample it safely.
Please do not take your own sample; tell us where it is and we will sample it safely.
- 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