Brighton and Hove · England
Asbestos removal and surveys in BN3
We cover every part of the BN3 postcode district, including Brighton and Hove, Hove and Aldrington. We survey, test and remove asbestos, with written paperwork.
Asbestos help in BN3
Places in BN3
- Brighton and Hove
- Hove
- Aldrington
- Hangleton
- West Blatchington
- Brighton
- West Hill
- Brunswick
- Seven Dials
- Portslade
- Prestonville
- Preston
- Withdean
- Westdene
Services in BN3
Send us photos and the postcode for a quote: ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Nearby postcode districts
Across Brighton and Hove
Every town in Brighton and Hove
Every area we cover
How asbestos testing works in BN3
A test is a simple, definite way to find out. The result shows whether asbestos was found and, if so, which type, and we’ll explain your options. Typical materials include floor tiles, soffit boards and black adhesive, and people typically contact us about checks before maintenance in rented homes and soffits and porch canopies before replacement.
If we spot other materials that might contain asbestos, we will mention them, so you can decide whether to test them too.
- Describe the material and send a picture
- We agree how many samples are needed and send a quote
- We take each sample with wetting and controls, and seal it
- An accredited laboratory carries out the analysis
- We send the result and explain your options
What it costs in BN3
Our quotes are clear about VAT.
What you get
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Covering London and the South East
Getting a price
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Local landmarks in Brighton and Hove
Around Brighton and Hove, we work at homes and buildings near Holy Cross Church, Hove Park School and West Hove Infant School, among other places. Other local landmarks include Hove Park (0.8 miles north-east), The Drive Prep School (1 mile east) and The Atlas pub (within half a mile north). The nearest railway station is close to the centre of Brighton and Hove: Aldrington station. Well-known places in the area include British Engineerium (0.7 miles north-east) and Churchill Square (2.1 miles south-east). Open spaces near Brighton and Hove include Thundersbarrow Hill and Ladies Mile.
BN3: testing for homes and workplaces
Testing across BN3 covers Brighton, Hove and West Hill and 0 villages and hamlets. Textured ceilings, floor tiles and garage roofs are the most common. 14 of the places we cover in BN3 are within about 6 miles of the sea, so outdoor roof work there is planned around the wind.
Brighton and Hove: If you live in an older house in Brighton and Hove, a quick test before work is sensible. If the property is on or near the A270 and A293, tell us about parking, as stopping on main roads can be restricted.
What we deal with in BN3
A test can stop you paying for removal you do not need, which saves time and money.
You can’t tell by looking, but these are common reasons people contact us:
- Debris found after DIY
- Lab results for contractors before they start
- Soffit boards
- Artex ceilings before plastering, sanding or drilling
What we do and don’t cover
A few things to be aware of:
- Clearance testing is a separate, independent job
- Photos can’t confirm asbestos; only a lab can
- Identifying the material is the first step; removal is planned separately
DIY and asbestos
If you do find something during DIY, stop: leave the area, don’t clean it up, and ask for advice.
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Duty holders and landlords in BN3
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before repairs are arranged.
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
Materials, one by one
Textured coatings
A small sample of the coating is enough.
Cement sheets
Grey corrugated sheets on garages and sheds are a common request. A test confirms what the sheet is made of.
BN3: your questions answered
Is a home built after 2000 likely to contain asbestos?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so a home built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, though older parts, reused materials or earlier outbuildings can.
What does licensed work mean?
Licensed work is work on the materials most likely to release fibres: pipe lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board. It needs a contractor with an HSE licence.
Do I need to be at home?
We need access to every area in the job.
Can you tell if it’s asbestos by looking?
Not reliably by eye: it takes laboratory analysis of a sample. We take the sample safely and send it to an accredited lab.
Do you work on commercial premises?
We do. Send us the details of the premises.
What if the weather’s bad?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor removal may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain, for safety.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Stop, keep people away from the area and do not sweep or vacuum up debris. Then ask for advice; if you’re worried about your health, speak to your GP.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- 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