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Asbestos removal and surveys in EC1M
We cover every part of the EC1M postcode district, which takes in Blackfriars. We survey, test and remove asbestos, with written paperwork.
Asbestos removal in EC1M
Where we work in EC1M
Asbestos services in EC1M
Tell us what you’ve found and the postcode for a quote: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Asbestos testing in EC1M: what to expect
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 Artex before downlights or rewiring and garage roofs before replacement, including floor tiles, soffit boards and black adhesive.
Samples are small, bagged, labelled and recorded, then go off to the lab.
- Let us know which materials you’re worried about
- You get a quote for the samples
- A surveyor visits and samples each material, sealing the sample points
- The samples are logged and sent to an accredited laboratory
- The written results come back to you, and we explain them
What you’ll pay
We do not publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
How we work in EC1M
- Reports and results you can share
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Across London and the South East
- Condition ratings, not just a list
How to get a quote
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.
Near you in Blackfriars
Locally, our jobs take us close to The Black Friar pub, Barts Health Archives and Mercers' School, among other places. You’ll also find St Ann Blackfriars (less than half a mile north-east), St Alban's Church of England Primary School (0.6 miles north-west), London Nautical School (0.5 miles south-west) and St Mary-at-Hill (0.9 miles east). The nearest railway station is close to the centre of Blackfriars: London Blackfriars station. Other landmarks nearby include St Brides Crypt Museum (less than half a mile north-west) and St Philip's Hospital (0.6 miles west). Green spaces within easy reach include Barnsbury Wood and St. James's Park Lake.
- Local facilities include Bernie Spain Gardens (under half a mile south-west) and County of London (0.6 miles east)
Asbestos testing across EC1M
Testing across EC1M covers Blackfriars and 0 villages and hamlets. Artex, floor tiles and garage roofs come up most.
Blackfriars: For older homes anywhere in Blackfriars, from near St Ann Blackfriars outwards, it’s worth testing suspect materials before work. Parents and staff at schools such as Mercers' School can ask about the school’s asbestos management.
What we do and do not cover
It’s worth knowing what asbestos testing does and does not cover:
- Clearance testing is a separate, independent job
- Sampling high or hidden materials may need access equipment
- We cannot confirm asbestos from a photo
What happens next
We seal the sample point when sampling, so it’s safe while you wait.
- If tiles and adhesive are both exposed, mention it
- Photos of the material help us plan
- Leave the material undisturbed until we have sampled it
- Tell us what work you’re planning
If a material is already damaged, keep people and pets away from it, and don’t try to clean it up.
Photos are helpful, as long as you do not disturb anything.
What it might be made of
Floor tiles and adhesive
Tiles are often found under newer floors; test before lifting them.
Cement sheets
Roof sheets are sampled safely from the edge, as asbestos cement roofs are fragile.
What it costs
What changes the cost:
- The size of the job
- Access to the area
- The size and age of the building
- How much sampling is needed
Our quotes are clear about VAT.
Sending photos
Photos often save us a visit:
- Damaged areas
- Visible markings
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Where we could park
Include any existing survey or test when you ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Responsibilities for owners
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
Landlords of single homes don’t have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but contractors still need to know about asbestos before they work.
EC1M: your questions answered
Can asbestos go in my bin?
No. Asbestos is hazardous waste and must go to a site that accepts it. We take it to a permitted site with paperwork.
Should I use a home testing kit?
Sampling is best left to a competent person, according to HSE, because the material has to be disturbed. Ask us to take it.
Do you give written quotes?
Yes, every quote is in writing and says what’s included, including whether VAT is included.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not always: sound material that won’t be disturbed can often stay. Keep a record and check its condition.
Can you help with a shop or office?
Yes. Send us the details of the premises, and any existing asbestos register.
Does weather affect the work?
Indoor work is not affected. Outdoor removal may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain, for safety.
Do you cover EC1M?
Yes, we do: EC1M is within the area we cover in Greater London. Share the postcode and a short description and we’ll quote.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site