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Asbestos removal and surveys in BN45
We work across all of the BN45 postcode district, including Pyecombe, Poynings and Saddlescombe. We survey, test and remove asbestos, with written paperwork.
Asbestos surveys and removal in BN45
Where we work in BN45
What we do in BN45
Send us photos and the postcode for a quote: ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
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About asbestos removal in BN45
If your builder has found suspect material in BN45, stop work in that area and keep people away. We can test it and, if needed, plan its removal. Typical materials include textured coatings, cement roof sheets and water tanks, and people generally contact us about loft water tanks and asbestos garages.
At the end, the work area is cleaned with suitable methods and checked, and we talk you through what was done.
- Send us the postcode and photos
- We work out what category the work falls into
- We agree a date and any notification needed
- We set up the work area and remove the material
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
What you will pay
The cost of asbestos removal depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.
Why us?
- Clear advice on your options
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Accredited laboratory results
- Reports and results you can share
How to get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: just call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
What’s near Pyecombe
We cover homes and workplaces around Downlands Community School and Church of the Transfiguration, among other places. For anyone coming by rail, the closest station is Hassocks station, roughly 1.9 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Clayton Castle (1 mile north-east) and The Budding Foundation Museum of Gardening (1.7 miles north). Within reach you will find Wolstonbury Hill and Ladies Mile.
Removing asbestos in BN45
Common removal jobs in BN45 include roofs, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks, in Pyecombe, Poynings and Saddlescombe and the 3 villages and hamlets around them. Around 3 places in BN45 are close to the coast, where exposed sites can be windy, which affects outdoor roof work.
Pyecombe: Landlords near Hassocks station often time removal for when a property is empty. At a school such as Downlands Community School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty. In winter, the light goes in Pyecombe by about 3:55pm, so outdoor jobs start early.
After we’ve finished in BN45
After removal, the work area is cleaned, and you receive the waste paperwork.
- Clear the area around the work, without disturbing the asbestos
- Tell us about parking and access
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
- Share any survey or test results
Never sweep or vacuum asbestos debris.
Don’t start building work before asbestos the work will disturb has been dealt with.
Why people call us in BN45
Asbestos was used in building products until it was banned in 1999, so pre-2000 buildings across West Sussex may contain it.
In older properties, we often see:
- Old sheds and coal bunkers
- Old waste on site
- Textured coatings
- Vinyl and thermoplastic tiles
DIY and asbestos
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials.
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
A closer look at the materials
Asbestos cement
Asbestos cement is the most common material we remove: roofs, gutters, flues and tanks. It’s kept damp and removed whole where possible.
Insulating board and lagging
Work on sprayed coatings, and most work on lagging and asbestos insulating board, is licensed.
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
Common questions in BN45
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Leave the area, keep others out and close the door if you can. Avoid sweeping, vacuuming or dusting, then contact a professional; your GP can advise if you’re worried about your health.
What if the weather’s bad?
That depends: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
How dangerous is asbestos?
Asbestos fibres can cause serious lung diseases years after exposure. The main risk is from disturbing it, so identifying it before work is important.
How quickly can you come out?
That depends on the work and current bookings. You will get available dates with the quote.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. With the seller’s agreement, a pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you commit.
Do you work in flats?
Yes, of course. For shared areas, ask the managing agent about the asbestos register.
Is asbestos removal licensed?
Not always. Cement and textured coatings are typically non-licensed; lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note