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Asbestos Sampling and Testing in Perry, Kent
Found something that might be asbestos in Perry? We provide asbestos sampling and testing, explained in plain English.
- Old floor tiles before a new floor goes down
- Textured ceilings before a renovation
- Boiler cupboard panels
Asbestos testing near Perry
Asbestos testing near Perry
A test is the right choice when you’re worried about particular materials. For larger projects in Perry, a survey covers more, and we’ll tell you honestly which you need. We often deal with floor tiles, soffit boards and textured ceilings, and people usually contact us about something broken during building work and Artex before downlights or rewiring.
Rural properties near Perry may have materials of very different ages, so testing each one is the only way to be sure. If you are unsure what you need, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal, whichever fits.
- Where
- Perry (CT3)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Service
- Samples analysed by an accredited lab
- Afterwards
- Written laboratory result
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Materials we deal with
Flues and tanks
Flues and tanks are often asbestos cement.
Cement sheets
We sample from the edge of a sheet, without standing on the roof.
Doing it yourself?
If you do find something during DIY, stop: leave the area, don’t clean it up, and ask for advice.
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
The process
We start by agreeing exactly what to sample, then take each sample with the area damped and the point sealed afterwards. We arrive at the agreed time, check the area and explain what we’ll do before we start.
- Let us know which materials you’re worried about
- We confirm the number of samples and the price
- We visit, take the samples and seal each point
- The samples are logged and sent to an accredited laboratory
- You get the results, and we talk you through them
Getting ready
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Find any old asbestos reports
Getting a price
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
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Why people call us in Perry
Testing can show a material does not contain asbestos at all, so work can carry on normally.
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting advice:
- A material damaged during DIY
- Artex ceilings before plastering, sanding or drilling
- Old floor tiles before a new floor goes down
- One-off checks in rented property
At a school like Preston Primary School, the duty holder keeps asbestos records, which staff and parents can ask about.
Before booking anyone
- Survey methods in line with HSG264
- The scope, in writing
- How many samples are included
- What the report or result will contain
After the job
If the result shows a higher-risk material such as insulating board or lagging, the work will typically be licensed, and we’ll explain what that involves.
Going forward:
- Ask us if you are unsure whether you need a test or a survey
- Do not touch it before we arrive
- Let us know what you want to do next
- Make the area easy to reach
Things not to do
Keep everyone away from damaged material, and do not sweep or vacuum up debris.
Photos are helpful, as long as you do not disturb anything.
Towns and villages near Perry
Perry questions
Do you cover Perry and the area around Adisham station?
Yes, we cover Perry and the area towards Adisham station, about 3.6 miles south-west.
Do you come out to small villages like Perry?
We do: small villages are covered too. Tell us about access and parking.
What if the weather’s bad?
It depends on the job: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
Do you work in flats?
Yes, of course. For the shared areas of a block, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
Never: it’s hazardous waste. We take it to a permitted site with paperwork.
Can you test Artex in Perry?
We do: we take a small sample of the coating for the lab. Some older coatings contain a little asbestos.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Do not try to clean up the debris yourself, and ask for advice; your GP can advise if you’re worried about your health.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
If it was built or refurbished before 2000, it may. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Prices and what affects them
Prices vary with:
- Lofts, voids and outbuildings to include
- The type of material and its condition
- How big the building is
- How much there is
Dealing with asbestos before building work is usually cheaper than finding it mid-job, when everything has to stop.
Sending photos
What to photograph:
- A photo of the whole area
- Labels, if any
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- An idea of size
To get a quote, send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
For businesses and landlords in Perry
The duty to manage applies to non-domestic premises and common parts, not to single private homes, but contractors still need to know about asbestos before they work.
If you run a business from older premises in Perry, you’re likely to need an asbestos register and a management plan, and you must tell contractors what’s there.
Your options compared
A lab result is far more reliable than guessing from photos. Photos help us plan, but the lab gives the answer. Our quotes are clear about VAT.
Why people choose us
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Clear notes on any areas not reached
- Condition ratings, not just a list
Take a look at how we price jobs and published price ranges.
Perry properties and asbestos testing
Perry is about 7 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. In Perry, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses. Perry is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we work. Our area stretches from Perry to Canterbury (about 7 miles away).
If you are a letting agent with homes near Adisham station, a quick test between tenants is worth considering. If you live in an older house in Perry, get suspect materials tested before you start.
Here we cover the CT3 postcode area. Streets in the area include Walmestone Road and Perry Lane, and asbestos testing is available on all of them. If your property is just outside Perry, we also cover Nash (1 mile east), Shatterling (1 mile south), Hoaden (1 mile east), Elmstone (1 mile north) and Broomhill (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (7 miles west), Margate (9 miles north-east), Dover (11 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
A little further out are St Martins Hospital (5.6 miles west). Open spaces near Perry include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site