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Asbestos Sampling and Testing in New Charlton, Greater London
Buildings in New Charlton built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We offer asbestos testing with written results.
- Answers trades need before starting
- Debris found after DIY
- Panels behind old heaters
Need asbestos testing in New Charlton?
How it works
The sample point is sealed, leaving the material safe while you wait for the result. On the day, we check the area and talk you through the plan first.
- Tell us what the material is, where it is, and send a picture if you can
- We quote for the samples needed
- Each sample is taken carefully and sealed
- The samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- You get the written result, and we explain what it means
How to prepare
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Make sure we can get to the area
Get a quote
Photos from a safe distance help: do not touch the material, just send them through our quote form.
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How asbestos testing works in New Charlton
Under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, anyone analysing samples to identify asbestos must be accredited to ISO/IEC 17025. Our samples go to an accredited lab, and you get the written result. People often contact us about a material damaged during DIY and one-off checks in rented property, including garage roof sheets, flue pipes and textured ceilings.
London homes like those in New Charlton have often been refitted many times, so testing what’s actually there matters. Our quotes are written and say what’s included, so there are no surprises.
- Area
- New Charlton (SE7, SE18, E16)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Covers
- Testing of suspect materials
- Afterwards
- Written laboratory result
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
New Charlton properties and asbestos testing
New Charlton is about 2 miles north-east of Greenwich, in Greater London. In New Charlton, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses about all kinds of jobs. We cover 764 places in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 6 miles away.
If your home is one of the older properties in New Charlton, near St Catherine Labouré or elsewhere, it’s worth testing suspect materials before work. Parents and staff at schools such as Royal Greenwich Trust School can ask about the school’s asbestos management.
This part of Greater London takes in SE7, SE18 and E16. That could mean a property on Floyd Road, Priolo Road and Hasted Road or the roads around them. We also carry out tests in Charlton (1 mile south-east), Westcombe Park (1 mile south-west), Woolwich (1 mile east), Vanbrugh Park Estate (1 mile south-west) and Maze Hill (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover London (6 miles west), City of Westminster (8 miles west), Marylebone (8 miles west), Kensington (10 miles west), St Pancras (7 miles west) and Shoreditch (5 miles north-west).
As a London location, New Charlton is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: tell us about parking, permits and access when you ask for a quote.
Well-known places in the area include Charlton Athletic Museum (within half a mile south) and Greenwich Castle (1.9 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Gilbert's Pit.
- Local schools include Thorntree Primary School (less than half a mile south-east) and Wildwood Montessori School (1.3 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Victoria pub (within half a mile east)
Limits to be aware of
To be clear about the scope:
- We cannot confirm asbestos from a photo
- Testing doesn’t look for anything else, so it isn’t a substitute for a survey before major work
- If the material is in a hard-to-reach place, access may need planning
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before you book.
Materials in New Charlton
- Water tanks
- Garage roof sheets
- Roof felt
- Floor tiles
- Panels behind heaters
- Soffit boards
- Bitumen adhesive
- Artex and textured ceilings
- Pipe lagging
- Flue pipes
What we deal with in New Charlton
HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person, since sampling disturbs the material.
Buildings from before 2000 can hide asbestos in many places. Common situations include:
- Corrugated roof sheets
- Panels behind old heaters
- Porch canopies
- Checks before maintenance in rented homes
If you let property close to Charlton station, a quick test between tenants is worth considering.
Before booking anyone
- VAT, clearly stated
- Whether extra samples cost more
- What the report or result will contain
- Suitable insurance for the work
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Afterwards
You get a written laboratory result for each sample, stating whether asbestos was detected and what type.
Once we’re done:
- Ask us if you’re unsure whether you need a test or a survey
- Don’t touch it before we arrive
- If tiles and adhesive are both exposed, mention it
- Send photos of the material and where it is
Things not to do
Keep everyone away from damaged material, and don’t try to clean it up.
Leave the material alone until the result is back.
What it costs
The price of asbestos testing depends mainly on:
- Travel and parking
- The size of the job
- What the material is and its state
- Roof spaces and outbuildings in scope
Every quote says whether VAT is included.
Photos that help
A few photos can save a site visit:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- The access route
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
Every job is quoted in writing. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
Duty holders and landlords in New Charlton
If you are responsible for a non-domestic building or the common parts of flats in New Charlton, you have a duty to manage asbestos under regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
FAQs for New Charlton
Do you work in New Charlton despite London parking restrictions?
Yes, we work across London. Let us know the parking situation and we’ll plan around it.
Could my house in New Charlton contain asbestos?
Any home in New Charlton built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos, but you cannot tell by looking. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, with the seller’s permission.
Should I use a home testing kit?
HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person, because sampling disturbs the material. We can take it for you.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Often we can quote from clear photos and a description; if not, we will arrange to see it.
Do I need a test or a survey?
A test answers the question for the materials sampled; a survey looks at everything in scope, including things you hadn’t spotted.
Is asbestos dangerous?
It can be, if fibres are released and breathed in. The related diseases often take decades to develop, which is why it’s identified before work.
Can you test Artex in New Charlton?
We do: we take a small sample of the coating for the lab. Some older coatings contain a little asbestos.
Doing it yourself?
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.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, do not sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
Choosing the right option
You can buy home testing kits, but you take the sample yourself, which means disturbing the material. HSE advises that a competent person takes samples. Access makes a big difference to cost, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
How we work in New Charlton
- Records for your files
- Work done to the regulations
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Every main survey type
Take a look at how we quote and our cost guide.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note