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Asbestos removal and surveys in RM12
Asbestos surveys, testing and removal across RM12, from Hornchurch, Elm Park and Hacton. For houses, rented property and workplaces.
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- Asbestos surveys
- Asbestos testing
- Artex removal
- Garage roof removal
- Asbestos removal
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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.
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Artex removal across RM12
Not every textured coating contains asbestos. Testing a sample tells you, so your plasterer can carry on if it’s clear. Typical jobs include structural work through coated ceilings and ceilings due for plastering or skimming, including swirl patterns, coated ceiling roses and stipple finishes.
We wear disposable coveralls and suitable respirators, and keep the room closed while we work.
- Get in touch with photos
- We arrange testing
- We talk through the options
- We carry out the removal
- We dispose of the waste legally
What it costs in RM12
The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. We quote each job individually.
How we work in RM12
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Work done to the regulations
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Domestic and commercial work
How to get a quote
Photos from a safe distance help: do not touch the material, just send them through our quote form.
Local landmarks in Hornchurch
Jobs here are often close to J.J. Moon's pub, Langtons Infant School and Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College, among other places. Nearby too are Saint George's Church (within half a mile south) and St. Andrew's Park (0.7 miles north-east). The nearest railway station is Emerson Park station, about 0.7 miles north. Nearby you will also find St George's Hospital (0.9 miles south) and Hornchurch Urban District (0.5 miles north). The countryside around Hornchurch includes Hornchurch Cutting.
Textured ceilings across RM12
Textured ceilings turn up in homes across RM12, from Hornchurch, Elm Park and South Hornchurch to 1 villages and hamlets. We test first, wherever the property is.
Hornchurch: For a school such as Langtons Infant School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings. If you are refurbishing flats near Emerson Park station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
For businesses and landlords in RM12
If you manage or own a block in RM12, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades.
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
DIY and asbestos
If you do find something during DIY, stop: keep people away, do not sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
A professional job comes with paperwork: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
Where asbestos turns up
Many ceilings have years of paint on them, which can make them look newer than they are.
These come up again and again:
- Walls before tiling
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Ceilings before plastering
- Loft conversions
What it might be made of
Artex ceilings
A small sample from each different coating tells you whether it contains asbestos.
Patched areas
We may sample patches separately.
Prices and what affects them
Our quotes take into account:
- The quantity or area
- How many samples are needed
- How easy it is to reach
- Waste quantity and disposal
Dealing with asbestos before building work is typically cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
What to photograph
Photos often save us a visit:
- A picture of the whole area
- An idea of size
- Damaged areas
- A clear close-up
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Then use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
RM12: your questions answered
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Yes, a pre-purchase survey can help, with the seller’s permission.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Don’t try to clean up the debris yourself, and ask for advice.
Is it better to remove the coating or the ceiling?
Both are options: it depends on the room and the condition of the ceiling. We’ll recommend one for each room.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
You can’t tell by eye. A sample analysed in a laboratory is the reliable way to find out, and anything from before 2000 is worth checking.
How do I get a quote?
Start with the postcode and a description of the material, with photos if possible. To do that, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Do I need a test or a survey?
Testing tells you about particular materials; a survey looks at everything in scope, including things you hadn’t spotted.
What if my house is newer?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so a home built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site