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Asbestos removal and surveys in SE22
We work across all of the SE22 postcode district, which takes in Herne Hill, Dulwich Village and Dulwich. Surveys, testing and removal, planned to HSE guidance.
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Areas within SE22
Services in SE22
Send us photos and the postcode for a quote: use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Asbestos testing across SE22
If you’ve got a ceiling, floor or roof in SE22 you are not sure about, testing a sample settles the question. If it’s clear, work can go ahead normally; if not, you’ll know what precautions are needed. We often deal with soffit boards, flue pipes and panels behind heaters, and people usually contact us about debris found after DIY and checks before maintenance in rented homes.
The sample point is sealed, leaving the material safe while you wait for the result.
- Let us know which materials you are 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
- You get the results, and we talk you through them
What it costs in SE22
There is no one-size price, as every job differs. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Why choose us
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Inaccessible areas listed clearly
- Condition assessed for every material
- Recommendations in plain English
Ask for a quote
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
What’s near Herne Hill
We cover homes and workplaces around The Charter School, Belair Park and The Charter School, among other places. Other local landmarks include Saint Faith's (less than half a mile north-east), Half Moon pub (less than half a mile west) and Judith Kerr Primary School (less than half a mile south). The nearest railway station is close to the centre of Herne Hill: North Dulwich station. Well-known places in the area include Streatham Hill (1.6 miles south-west) and Dulwich Community Hospital (0.6 miles north-east). The countryside around Herne Hill includes Battersea Park Lake and Knight's Hill.
Testing materials in SE22
Across SE22, homeowners and landlords test single materials before small jobs, in towns and villages alike.
Herne Hill: For properties on main roads such as the A204 and A2214, let us know where we can park. For older homes anywhere in Herne Hill, from near Saint Faith's outwards, a quick test before work is sensible.
Weighing up your options
Air tests aren’t the same as material tests. After licensed work, an independent UKAS-accredited analyst carries out clearance testing.
What your quote should include
- The scope, in writing
- The survey type, as defined in HSG264
- The scope of the job, in writing
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
Can I do it myself?
Asbestos waste cannot go in household bins, recycling or skips. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
What we deal with in SE22
The risk typically comes from drilling or sanding something nobody had tested. Testing first avoids that.
In older properties, we often see:
- Debris found after DIY
- Checks before maintenance in rented homes
- Garage roofs before replacement
- Results builders ask for before work
What it might be made of
Textured coatings
Textured ceilings and walls are among the most common things people ask us to test. Some contain a small amount of asbestos.
Flues and tanks
Flues and tanks are often asbestos cement.
Looking after things afterwards
Each sample gets a written result, showing whether asbestos was found and the type.
- Group several materials into one visit
- Let us know what you want to do next
- Make the area easy to reach
- If tiles and adhesive are both exposed, mention it
Please do not take your own sample.
Photos are helpful, as long as you don’t disturb anything.
Your questions about asbestos testing in SE22
Can I take a sample myself?
HSE’s advice is for a competent person to take samples. We can take it for you.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
Not always: sound material that will not be disturbed can often stay. It should be recorded and checked.
Does weather affect the work?
That depends: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
Do I need to be at home?
We need access to every area in the job, and to be available for questions.
How many samples will I need?
Normally one per material, with extra where the same material appears in different places. Photos help us suggest a number.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
Never: skips and household bins can’t take asbestos. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
How long do test results take?
Timing varies with the lab’s workload. We’ll give you an idea when we book the sampling.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note