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Asbestos removal and surveys in RM1
We work across all of the RM1 postcode district, which takes in Romford, Collier Row and Rise Park. Surveys, testing and removal, planned to HSE guidance.
Asbestos surveys and removal in RM1
Towns and villages in RM1
What we do in RM1
- Garage roof removal
- Asbestos removal
- Artex removal
- Asbestos surveys
- Asbestos testing
- See everything we do
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.
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Asbestos removal across RM1
In homes, in RM1 as elsewhere, the usual materials are cement products, textured coatings and floor tiles. HSE treats work on these as non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed in most cases, which still means proper controls. Typical jobs include old floor tiles and black adhesive and Artex ceilings before renovation, involving cement soffits, gutters and downpipes and water tanks.
Materials are released carefully and removed whole where possible, without breaking, dropping or power tools.
- Start with photos, the postcode and any existing reports
- We confirm what the material is and what category of work it falls into
- A written quote follows, covering method, controls and disposal
- On the agreed date we set up the work area and remove the material carefully
- We clean the area and send the consignment note
Cost
When comparing quotes, check what’s included: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
Why people choose us
- Reports and results you can share
- Accredited laboratory results
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Houses, flats and business premises
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Landmarks near Romford
We cover homes and workplaces around Parish Church of St Edward the Confessor, Concordia Academy and Lodge Farm Park and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include The Moon & Stars pub (under half a mile east), Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls (0.8 miles east) and St. Edward's Church of England School (1.2 miles west). There’s a railway station close to the centre of Romford: Romford station. Well-known places in the area include Dagenham (1.5 miles south-west) and The Brewery (under half a mile south-west). The countryside around Romford includes The Chase Nature Reserve.
RM1: removal jobs of every size
Removal jobs across RM1 range from garage roofs in Romford, Hornchurch and Heath Park to barns and outbuildings in 0 villages and hamlets. In towns, parking matters; in villages, access.
Romford: For properties on main roads such as the A1251, we plan parking and loading in advance, as main roads can be restricted. If you let property near Romford station, void periods between tenants are a practical time for removal. Late-December sunset in Romford is about 3:50pm, so outdoor jobs start early.
After the job
If licensed work is needed, a UKAS-accredited analyst carries out a four-stage clearance before the area is reoccupied.
- Book the replacement before removal
- Let neighbours know if work is near them
- Photos of the material and the route in help
- Share any survey or test results
Don’t start building work before asbestos the work will disturb has been dealt with.
Never sweep or vacuum asbestos debris.
Where asbestos turns up
Some owners remove visible asbestos before a sale or letting, though in good condition it doesn’t always need to go.
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting advice:
- Old waste on site
- Sheds, outbuildings and lean-tos
- Flue pipes, gutters and downpipes
- Materials found mid-project
A closer look at the materials
Floor tiles
The adhesive underneath sometimes needs its own approach.
Water tanks and flues
Gas appliances must be disconnected by a Gas Safe registered engineer before a flue is removed.
Limits to be aware of
Here’s what asbestos removal covers, and what it doesn’t:
- Notifiable work has to be notified before it starts, so the timing needs planning
- Lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board are licensed work
- Unidentified materials are tested before removal is planned
For businesses and landlords in RM1
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, while the property is empty.
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in RM1 must manage asbestos under regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
RM1 questions
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
Never: asbestos waste is hazardous and cannot go in skips, bins or recycling. It must go to a permitted site.
Do I need to move out?
For outdoor jobs, you can normally stay put. Indoor work areas are kept closed off until finished.
How do I get a quote?
Start with the postcode and a description of the material, with photos if possible. To do that, fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
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 the weather’s bad?
That depends: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
Will I get the price in writing?
Yes, every quote is in writing and says what’s included, including whether VAT is included.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey, arranged with the seller’s permission, shows what asbestos is there before you exchange.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site