Kent · England
Asbestos removal and surveys in CT7
We cover every part of the CT7 postcode district, including Birchington, St Nicholas at Wade and Acol. We survey, test and remove asbestos, with written paperwork.
Asbestos help in CT7
Places in CT7
What we do in CT7
Tell us what you’ve found and the postcode and we’ll reply with a quote: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
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How asbestos removal works in CT7
In homes, in CT7 as elsewhere, the usual materials are cement products, textured coatings and floor tiles. Work on these is typically non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed under HSE guidance, but it still needs the right controls. We often deal with floor tiles, gutters and downpipes and textured coatings, and people typically contact us about vinyl and thermoplastic tiles and materials found mid-project.
Once removal is finished, we clean and check the area, and we talk you through what was done.
- Start with photos, the postcode and any existing reports
- We identify the material and work out whether the job is licensed, notifiable or non-licensed
- We quote in writing, including the waste
- We set up, keep the material damp and take it out whole where we can
- Everything is cleaned up, and the waste paperwork follows
What it costs in CT7
How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so tell us about access.
How we work in CT7
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Clear advice on your options
- Records for your files
- Quotes that spell out the scope
Getting a price
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page, and we’ll recommend the right option.
Landmarks near Birchington
Our work in Birchington takes us near Church of All Saints, The Powell Arms Public House and King Ethelbert School and the streets around them. There’s a railway station close to the centre of Birchington: Birchington-On-Sea station. Well-known places in the area include Powell-Cotton Museum (0.8 miles south-east) and Margate West (2 miles east). Within reach you’ll find Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
Removing asbestos in CT7
Common removal jobs in CT7 include roofs, coatings, tiles, flues and tanks, in Margate, Westgate-on-Sea and Birchington and the 3 villages and hamlets around them. Around 6 places in CT7 are close to the coast, where exposed sites can be windy, which affects outdoor roof work.
Birchington: In older properties in Birchington, it’s often extensions and refits that contain asbestos, so we test before we plan. At a school such as Birchington Church of England Primary School, removal would be arranged with the duty holder, with the area empty. Outdoor removal in Birchington is planned to finish in daylight: in late December it’s dark by about 3:50pm, while in June it stays light until about 9:15pm.
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.
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
For businesses and landlords in CT7
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before repairs are arranged.
Materials, one by one
Asbestos cement
Asbestos cement releases fibres when broken or cut, so we unfix and lower it rather than breaking it.
Floor tiles
The adhesive underneath sometimes needs its own approach.
What happens next
Making good, such as a new roof or ceiling, is generally a separate job, so plan it in advance.
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Send photos of the material and the access
- Keep the waste paperwork safe afterwards
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
Deal with asbestos before the builders start.
Do not put asbestos in household bins or skips.
What it costs
The price of asbestos removal depends mainly on:
- The type of material and its condition
- Access to the area
- Location, parking and any London charges
- How much there is
When comparing quotes, check what’s included: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
Helping us quote
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- Cracks or breaks
- A rough size or measurement
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- A wide shot showing where the material is
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. To start, use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Your questions about asbestos removal in CT7
How quickly can you come out?
That depends on the work and current bookings. You’ll get available dates with the quote, and notifiable work needs notifying before it starts.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Breathing in asbestos fibres can cause serious diseases, often decades later. The risk comes mainly from disturbing materials that contain it, so identifying it before work is important.
What if asbestos is found during building work?
Work there should pause and the area be kept clear. We will identify it and advise on removal.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
Make the area safe first: close it off and do not clean it up yourself. Then get in touch and we will advise.
Do you work in CT7?
Yes, we do: CT7 is within the area we cover in Kent. Share the postcode and a short description and we’ll quote.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Stop, keep people away from the area and don’t sweep or vacuum up debris. Then get advice.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
No. Material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed. It should be recorded and checked.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site