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Asbestos removal and surveys in TN38
We cover every part of the TN38 postcode district, which takes in St Leonards, Hollington and Silverhill. We survey, test and remove asbestos, with written paperwork.
Asbestos surveys and removal in TN38
Places in TN38
Services in TN38
- Asbestos removal
- Asbestos testing
- Artex removal
- Asbestos surveys
- Garage roof removal
- See everything we do
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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How artex removal works in TN38
Left undisturbed, an intact textured coating is low risk. Trouble starts when it’s sanded, dry-scraped, drilled or knocked through. People often contact us about ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights and ceilings due to be knocked through or removed, including swirl patterns, stipple finishes and textured walls.
At the end, the room is cleaned and checked before the seals come down.
- Tell us where the textured ceilings and walls are
- We sample each different coating for testing
- We go through the options and send a quote
- We seal off each room and remove the coating wet, or take the boards down whole
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
Prices in TN38
Every quote says whether VAT is included.
Why people choose us
- Work done to the regulations
- No removal until we know what it is
- Clear written quotes
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
Getting a price
To get a quote, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Local landmarks in St Leonards
Our work in St Leonards takes us near The St Leonards Academy, University School and St John the Evangelist's Church, among other places. You’ll also find St Leonard's Church of England Primary Academy (under half a mile west), Horse And Groom Public House (less than half a mile south-east) and Summerfields Wood (0.8 miles east). There is a railway station close to the centre of St Leonards: St Leonards Warrior Square station. Nearby you’ll also find Priory Meadow Shopping Centre (1.2 miles east) and Conquest Hospital (2.2 miles north). The countryside around St Leonards includes Church Wood and Robsack Wood and Senlac Hill.
Where we remove Artex in TN38
In TN38, renovation is when textured ceilings get noticed, in towns and villages alike. 7 of the places we cover in TN38 are within about 6 miles of the sea, where exposed sites can be windy, which affects outdoor roof work.
St Leonards: For rented flats close to St Leonards Warrior Square station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings. A school like St Leonard's Church of England Primary Academy should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested.
After the job
We clean the room and dispose of the waste legally, with a consignment note.
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Give us room sizes
- Plan around the closed rooms
- Each different coating needs testing
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
Do not use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
DIY and asbestos
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: leave the area, don’t clean it up, and ask for advice.
What it costs
We base our quote on:
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Parking and access charges
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- The survey scope
Doing several things in one visit can help, such as testing several materials at once.
Photos that help
When you send photos, these help most:
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- Damaged areas
- The access route
- Labels, if any
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page, and we’ll recommend the right option.
Where asbestos turns up
Textured coatings were popular for decades because they hid cracks and uneven plaster, and some included a little chrysotile.
Buildings from before 2000 can hide asbestos in many places. Common situations include:
- Ceilings before plastering
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Ceilings coming down
Duty holders and landlords in TN38
For managing agents and freeholders in TN38, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades, and condition checked regularly.
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
Questions from TN38
What does it cost to remove Artex?
It depends on the area, the method and the waste, and we quote once the coating has been tested.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
Testing tells you about particular materials; a survey looks at everything in scope, including things you hadn’t spotted.
Does someone need to be there?
We need access to every area involved in the job.
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.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
If it was built or refurbished before 2000, it may. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Does weather affect the work?
It depends on the job: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
Can you help with a shop or office?
Yes. Send us the details of the premises.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note