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Asbestos Testing in Marshborough
Buildings in Marshborough built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Our asbestos testing service covers asbestos testing with written results.
- Soffit boards
- Results builders ask for before work
- Floor tiles and black adhesive
Asbestos help in Marshborough
Asbestos testing near Marshborough
Under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, anyone analysing samples to identify asbestos must be accredited to ISO/IEC 17025. We use an accredited laboratory for every sample. Typical jobs include soffits and porch canopies before replacement and Artex ceilings before plastering, sanding or drilling, involving textured ceilings, black adhesive and panels behind heaters.
Rural properties near Marshborough may have materials of very different ages, so testing each one is the only way to be sure. We work to HSE guidance on every job, large or small.
- Where
- Marshborough (CT13)
- County
- Kent
- Covers
- Sampling and laboratory testing
- Paperwork
- Lab result in writing
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Your options compared
Testing or a survey? Testing checks the materials you are worried about; a survey checks the whole building or work area. For small jobs a test is often enough. 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 us?
- Condition ratings, not just a list
- Accredited laboratory results
- Work done to the regulations
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
See how we quote and our cost guide.
What we do and don’t cover
Some limits to bear in mind:
- Clearance testing is a separate, independent job
- We cannot confirm asbestos from a picture; only a lab can
- Identifying the material is the first step; removal is planned separately
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Common materials
- Pipe lagging
- Garage roof sheets
- Artex and textured ceilings
- Flue pipes
- Panels behind heaters
- Floor tiles
- Soffit boards
- Bitumen adhesive
- Water tanks
- Roof felt
Common questions in Marshborough
Do you cover Marshborough and the area around Sandwich station?
Yes. Sandwich station is about 1.7 miles east of Marshborough, and we cover both.
Do you come out to small villages like Marshborough?
We do: small villages are covered too. Just tell us how to reach the property.
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 many samples will I need?
One for each different material, and sometimes more where the same material is in several places. We’ll suggest a number when we see the photos.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Stop work, leave the area and don’t try to clean up. Then get advice.
Does weather affect the work?
Indoor work isn’t affected. Outdoor roof work can be delayed by strong wind or heavy rain.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
A test answers the question for the materials sampled; a survey looks at everything in scope, including things you hadn’t spotted.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
Not always. Sound material that will not be touched can often stay, as long as it’s recorded.
Prices and what affects them
The price of asbestos testing depends mainly on:
- The survey type
- The size and age of the building
- How easy it is to reach
- Travel and parking
How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so tell us about access.
Helping us quote
Helpful photos:
- The parking area
- Visible markings
- An idea of size
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Then ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Asbestos testing in Marshborough: local notes
Marshborough is about 5 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. We cover Marshborough as part of Kent, for tests of every size. Marshborough is one of 922 places in Kent where we work. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 10 miles away.
If you’re a letting agent with homes near Sandwich station, a quick test between tenants is worth considering. If you live in an older house in Marshborough, test any suspect materials before renovation. Marshborough is within about 6 miles of the coast; weathered soffits and canopies on coastal homes are worth testing before replacement.
This part of Kent takes in CT13. For properties just outside Marshborough, we cover Woodnesborough (1 mile south-east), East Street (1 mile north), Statenborough (1 mile south-east), Felderland (2 miles south-east) and Sandwich (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also work in Canterbury (10 miles west), Margate (8 miles north-east), Dover (9 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south-west), Ramsgate (7 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (8 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include White Mill (1.3 miles north-east) and Sandown Castle (4.8 miles south-east). Open spaces near Marshborough include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Can I do it myself?
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials, so avoid them completely.
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Typical tests in Marshborough
Textured coatings, floor tiles, cement sheets and boards can all look the same with or without asbestos, so you can’t go by looks or age alone.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Old floor tiles before a new floor goes down
- Soffits and porch canopies before replacement
- Lab results for contractors before they start
- Artex before downlights or rewiring
At a school like Sandwich Technology School, the duty holder keeps asbestos records, which staff and parents can ask about.
What to look for in a quote
- The scope of the job, in writing
- The report contents
- Which laboratory analyses samples
- The scope, in writing
After the job
Keep the results with your property records, as they’re useful when you sell or carry out more work.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Tell us what work you are planning
- Photos of the material help us plan
- Keep the results for future work or a sale
- Make the area easy to reach
What to avoid
Please don’t take your own sample.
Test before you book the builders, so you can plan properly.
How we work
We seal the sample point with a suitable sealant or tape, leaving the material safe while you wait for the result. We keep the work area clear of other people while we work, so please keep children and pets away.
- Tell us what you want testing and where
- You get a quote for the samples needed
- Samples are taken with controls
- An accredited lab analyses them
- You get the written result and our advice
Getting ready
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
- Keep children and pets away on the day
How to get a quote
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form; it helps us quote accurately.
Helpful guides
Nearby places to Marshborough
What else we do in Marshborough
Materials we deal with
Flues and tanks
Testing them before removal avoids surprises.
Boards and panels
If it’s insulating board, most work on it is licensed, so it’s worth knowing.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site