Kent · England
Asbestos removal and surveys in ME20
Asbestos removal and surveys across ME20, covering Ditton, Aylesford and Lunsford. For homes, landlords and businesses.
Need asbestos advice in ME20?
Areas within ME20
- Ditton
- Aylesford
- Lunsford
- Larkfield
- Eccles
- New Hythe
- Kit's Coty
- Forstal
- Pratling Street
- Allington
- Leybourne
- Sandling
Services in ME20
Tell us what you’ve found and the postcode and we’ll reply with a quote: ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Our asbestos survey in ME20
Buying an older property in ME20? A pre-purchase survey shows what asbestos is present, and its condition, before you commit, which helps you plan and budget for any work. Typical jobs include the communal parts of blocks of flats and rented homes between tenancies, involving boiler cupboard panels, flues and water tanks.
In a refurbishment and demolition survey, we open up the fabric of the building: we look behind panels, under floors and above ceilings in the areas being worked on, so the rooms must be cleared.
- Describe the property, its age and the work you have in mind
- We set out the survey type, the areas covered and the price in writing
- We carry out the survey on site
- Samples go to the laboratory
- You receive a clear written report with recommendations
Cost
How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
Why people choose us
- Covering London and the South East
- Clear notes on any areas not reached
- Domestic and commercial work
- Practical recommendations
Getting a price
Each job is priced individually. Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page to get started.
Near you in Ditton
In Ditton, that can mean a property near Ditton Quarry, Ditton Infant School and Aylesford School. Nearby too are St Peter's Church (within half a mile west), The Malling School (1 mile west) and Kentish Quarryman pub (within half a mile north). The nearest railway station is Aylesford station, about 0.6 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Leybourne Castle (1.6 miles north-west) and Fremlin Walk (3.1 miles south-east). The countryside around Ditton includes Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
Surveying buildings in ME20
ME20 covers everything from Allington, Ditton and Aylesford to 8 small villages and hamlets, and any built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. In towns we survey homes and businesses; in villages, outbuildings too.
Ditton: For rented homes close to Aylesford station, asbestos information should be ready for contractors before maintenance. Non-domestic buildings, Ditton Infant School among them, come under the duty to manage asbestos.
After we have finished in ME20
Keep the report somewhere safe and share it with anyone working on the building, so they know what to avoid or plan around.
- Survey first, then book the trades
- Clear access to lofts, garages, cupboards and outbuildings
- Tell us exactly what work you are planning, so the scope matches
- Have any old surveys or plans ready
Book the survey before the builders, so there is time to deal with anything it finds.
If something has been damaged already, close the area off and let us know.
Prices and what affects them
We base our quote on:
- The survey scope
- How big the building is
- The number of materials to sample
- How easy it is to reach
There is no one-size price, as every job differs. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Helping us quote
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- A rough size or measurement
- The parking area
- An overall view
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
Every job is quoted in writing. Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749 with the details.
Choosing the right option
A low price can mean a narrow scope. Compare the areas covered, the sampling and the report, not just the price, before deciding.
What your quote should include
- Which areas are covered, and which aren’t
- Survey methods in line with HSG264
- Whether VAT is included
- Suitable insurance for the work
Materials, one by one
Roofing felt and bitumen
Some older roofing felts, bitumen products and mastics contain asbestos, usually bound in the bitumen.
Floor tiles and adhesive
Older floor tiles and the black glue under them may contain asbestos. They’re often found under carpet or laminate.
What we do and do not cover
So you know what to expect:
- The survey tells you what’s there; removal is a separate job
- Inaccessible areas are recorded, and must be treated as containing asbestos until checked
- A refurbishment and demolition survey needs the areas to be empty, so timing needs planning
Questions from ME20
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
Work on higher-risk materials, such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board, is licensed and must be done by an HSE-licensed contractor. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed.
Is a homebuyer survey the same as an asbestos survey?
No. It may flag possible asbestos, but it doesn’t normally take samples for analysis. That’s what a pre-purchase asbestos survey is for.
Do you work in ME20?
Yes. We cover ME20 and the surrounding area as part of Kent. Send us the postcode for a quote.
How do I get a quote?
Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Do I need a management or a refurbishment survey?
If the building is in normal use and you need to manage what’s there, a management survey. If you are about to refurbish or demolish, a refurbishment and demolition survey of the areas affected. We’ll recommend one when you tell us what you are planning.
Can you help with a flat?
Yes. For shared areas, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
Do I need to be at home?
We need access to every area involved in the job, and it helps if you are around to answer questions.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site