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Asbestos removal and disposal At Steward Environmental Services we offer high quality service in Asbestos removal and d...
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Kent Asbestos Solutions

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30 Jun

Asbestos | Removal

Knebworth - SG3

Enquiry from: Norman P

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the myasbestosquotes.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Property owner: , Work description: Removal of corrugated sheeting on 2 number shed roofs. Around ...

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30 Jun

Asbestos | Survey / Sampling

Knebworth - SG3

Enquiry from: Norman P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer visited the myasbestosquotes.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. property type: detached, property owner: , work description: removal of corrugated sheeting on 2 number shed roofs. around 4...

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28 Nov

Asbestos | Removal

Knebworth - SG3

Enquiry from: Anna V

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home owner asbestos removal - ropes in a rayburn time scale - immediate please call to appoint *

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29 Jul

Asbestos | Survey / Sampling

Knebworth - SG3

Enquiry from: Nicola L

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the myasbestosquotes.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Property owner: , Work description: believe property is asbestos free but need certificate to say ...

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30 Apr

Asbestos | Removal

Knebworth - SG3

Enquiry from: Des B

Start Date: Immediate

Home owner Already removed from garage roof Collection needed

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13 May

Asbestos | Removal

Knebworth - SG3

Enquiry from: Michelle T

Start Date: Immediate

Property type: Semi detached, Property owner: , Work description: We are looking to have an extension carries out in our home and have noticed some asbestos which needs to be removed. Please Cont...

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06 Sep

Asbestos | Removal

St. Albans - AL2

Enquiry from: John M

Start Date: Immediate

Replace Outside Storeroom asbestos roof 127 x 277cm approx

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04 Sep

Asbestos | Removal

St. Albans - AL2

Enquiry from: John M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

remove asbestos roofing on outside store and replace with suitable material. 227cm x 277cm approx are you the property owner: owner of the property what level of service do you require for the asbesto...

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28 Jul

Asbestos | Removal

St. Albans - AL1

Enquiry from: Iryna Y

Start Date: Immediate

I have had samples come back positive for asbestos and would like a quote for removal.Below are the certificate details (PDF available upon request) KITCHEN CEILING - CEILING BOARD CHRYSOTILE

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22 Jun

Asbestos | Removal

Barnet - EN5

Enquiry from: Philip M

Start Date: Less than one month

4x corrugated asbestos roof panes 6 foot x 3 foot; 2 x panels 4 foot.x3 foot panels all previously shed roof. the panel's are removed leaning against fence and just require taking away. are you the p...

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07 Jun

Asbestos | Removal

Waltham Cross - EN7

Enquiry from: Allan G

Start Date: Immediate

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kitchen ceiling with layers of asbestos to bee removes asap. 12.5 square meters (4.8 x 2.6) i would like a quote to have asbestos removed in my terrace property. are you the property owner: owner of...

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18 May

Asbestos | Removal

Barnet - EN5

Enquiry from: Besnik F

Start Date: Immediate

Garage roof asbestos to dispose . I can remove it and have it ready for collection.

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08 May

Asbestos | Removal

St. Albans - AL1

Enquiry from: Tom K

Start Date: Immediate

I have had samples come back positive for asbestos and would like a quote for removal.Below are the certificate details (PDF available upon request) GARAGE - ROOF CHRYSOTILE

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25 Mar

Asbestos | Removal

Waltham Cross - EN7

Enquiry from: James M

Start Date: Immediate

I have had samples come back positive for asbestos and would like a quote for removal.

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07 Feb

Asbestos | Removal

Borehamwood - WD6

Enquiry from: Sarah B

Start Date: Immediate

I have had samples come back positive for asbestos and would like a quote for removal.Below are the certificate details (PDF available upon request) GROUND FLOOR - KITCHEN - FLOOR TILE AND BITUME...

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18 Jan

Asbestos | Removal

Enfield - EN2

Enquiry from: Catherine K

Start Date: Immediate

Removal of asbestos from ceiling artex/textured paint in 3 rooms.

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09 Jan

Asbestos | Removal

Waltham Abbey - EN9

Enquiry from: Grace N

Start Date: Immediate

Need a water tank collected

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28 Dec

Asbestos | Removal

Waltham Abbey - EN9

Enquiry from: Leslie R

Start Date: Immediate

Asbestos survey Lead

I have had samples come back positive for asbestos and would like a quote for removal.Below are the certificate details (PDF available upon request) TOP FLOOR - BEDROOM - TEXTURED COATING TO CEIL...

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22 Nov

Asbestos | Removal

Enfield - EN2

Enquiry from: Paula H

Start Date: Immediate

We need an asbestos water tank removed from our loft. It has been disconnected and is empty.

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How much do Asbestos Removal Contractor services cost?

If you're considering having your asbestos surveyed or disposed of, you have two choices - either you take on the job yourself or you employ a dependable asbestos licensed contractor for aid. If you do not have adequate time on your plate or probably, you're not confident sufficient to perform this job by yourself, after that you would certainly need to reach out to an professional as well as obviously, it includes a expense. .

The final fee charged by asbestos licensed contractors is, nonetheless, not dealt with as it depends upon many aspects. These elements work to lower or enhance the price of disposing of asbestos. The factors consist of the kind of asbestos product that requires to be taken out, if the product can be encapsulated rather than taken out, if the material has been experienced as well as tested, the place where the works would be accomplished, dimension of the area, the availability of the asbestos, if other websites users or neighbors will certainly be influenced as well as the sort of the structure be it residential, commercial, industrial.

With a myriad of essential things to put into factor to consider, it's consequently necessary to contact a certified, competent and professional asbestos elimination firm to supply a affordable quote for your distinct job. Generally, in the UK, you can expect to pay the approximate price of around £1000 or less for smaller sized areas. However, for larger locations the expense of eliminating such an asbestos will cost you significantly extra. The cost can be within the variety of £2500 and above in the UK.

These fees might seem high at first yet it's definitely worth it when you check out it's feasible effect on the health of you and also your loved ones.

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The average price
of an Asbestos Removal Contractor in Knebworth is:

£1,065

Asbestos Removal Contractor job Asbestos Removal Contractor cost in 2024
Asbestos removal in Knebworth £475-£2,960
Asbestos survey in Knebworth £183-£593

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Asbestos Removal Contractor FAQs

what does asbestos insulation look like?

By now, every homeower should be fully aware of the dangers of asbestos due to the fact that it can be found in a wide range of building products from the roofs and walls and right down to the floor tiles. An exposure to asbestos especially when disturbed can be life threatening as it can lead to a plethora of health issues which includes lung cancer, mesothelioma, asbestosis and lots more.

Asbestos are more dangerous when damaged or disturbed, but if they’re found in a great shape and are left undisturbed, then asbestos containing materials poses little to no threats. This dangerous material can be found in a large variety of insulation. And when compared to batt insulation, loose-fill insulation can be highly dangerous when it’s not installed in the right way. When poorly done, several particles of the asbestos can be released inside the wall or around pipes. As a result, insulation becomes a big worry that most homeowers will face down the road.

Homes that were constructed before the 1980’s commonly features steam pipes, hot water pipes as well as furnace ducts insulated with asbestos containing materials. And this is primarily because there’s no other fire retardant, thermal as well as acoustic insulator like asbestos that’s as effective and affordable as it is. However to really know if your building’s insulation is made with asbestos containing materials, you can take the following steps:

✓ Find out when your house was built. If it was constructed or renovated before the 1980’s then it’s likely to contain some asbestos materials.

✓ Although this is not advisable, but if you plan on checking the insulation by yourself, you should ensure to put on protect equipment such as goggles, gloves, masks and a safety suit.

✓ Check for insulation available in the building. The asbestos containing insulation in both batt and loose-fill types are grey-coloured so this shouldn’t be too hard to spot.

✓ Examine the pipe coverings especially the blanket type and cardboard coverings.

Should I use a licensed contractor for asbestos removal?

For some types of asbestos, you are not legally required to use a licensed contractor. However, it’s recommended that you always use one. These contractors will have all the relevant training and knowledge to make sure asbestos is removed safely. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is the licensing body.

Do I need an asbestos survey?

It’s a legal requirement to get an asbestos survey done on non-domestic buildings and public areas of domestic buildings if they were built before 2000. So, if you’re responsible for maintaining one of these types of building, you must find out if an asbestos survey has been conducted, and get one done if it hasn’t.

For domestic properties, you only need to get an asbestos survey done if your home was built before 2000 and you want to do some building work. This is because if any materials containing asbestos are damaged during the work, they could pose a serious health risk, so might need removing first.

However, if you’re worried about asbestos in any parts of your home that are deteriorating, you might want to get an asbestos survey done anyway.

What is asbestos?

Asbestos refers to a group of minerals made up of tiny fibres. If you become exposed to these fibres and breathe them in, you’re at risk of contracting a dangerous lung-related disease.

Asbestos is strong and a good insulator, which means it was previously used to insulate and reinforce parts of buildings, like ceilings, roofs and guttering. Its use has been banned in the UK since 2000, but it is still present in lots of domestic and commercial buildings today.

 

Asbestos usually only poses a health risk if the material it’s contained in is damaged and its fibres are released into the air.

What does asbestos look like?

Asbestos fibres are very small, so they’re not possible to identify with the naked eye. However, they’re common in particular materials of a certain age, so you can work out if there are any parts of a building that are likely to contain asbestos.

Start by checking the date that the material you suspect contains asbestos was installed. If it was in 2000 or after then you don’t need to worry, it definitely doesn’t contain asbestos. However, if it was fitted before 2000 it may contain asbestos, particularly if this was between 1940 and 1980.

Materials that used to commonly contain asbestos include ceiling tiles, guttering, soffits, fascia, external cladding and facades, vinyl flooring, artex, cement roofs and insulation.

when was asbestos used in homes?

In recent times, when about to purchase or renovate a building that was constructed before the 1980’s, most homeowners will be particular about knowing whether or not asbestos containing materials are present. Also when a property is being checked, a lot of individuals would want to know the peak years for asbestos to be used in homes.

Modern asbestos production started in the 1800s during the time of industrial revolution, but after some regulation were made to ban some asbestos products and uses in the late 1970’s, the production witnessed a significant drop. The United States was the foremost users of asbestos according to the USGS but this lasted until the 1960’s when it was overtaken by the Soviet Union. In this article, we’ll look at the years of use for asbestos containing materials like pipe insulation, vermiculite as well as wall systems.

✓ Insulation. Asbestos insulation was commonly used in homes with lots of focus on both piping and ductwork. This was started in the year 1908 but was ended between 1915 and 1920 by Air-Cell pipe insulation.

✓ Vermiculite. This refers to a mineral that’s popular for its insulating properties and mostly used as insulation for attics. It possesses a gold to brown kind of appearance and it’s also a pebble material that shimmers in the light. According to the EPA, if this material is suspected in a home it should be assumed to contain asbestos.

✓ Wall Systems. Plaster and drywall are very common wall types that are asbestos containing. And until asbestos was banned both wall systems are said to have asbestos. For example the drywall sheets as well as it’s joint compound both features asbestos from the 1930s to the 1980s.

how to dispose of asbestos?

How To Dispose Of Asbestos?

As a homeowner, you certainly wouldn’t like to the word “asbestos” and understandably so. Due to its extremely dangerous fibres, the material was banned in the UK since 1999 and any structure built with it will be heavily fined. However, if you’re presently doing some home improvement project or buying a property that was built before the year 2000, then a chance exists that the property could contain asbestos. So if you’re unlucky to discover asbestos in your property, getting rid of it can be quite simple if you know way around it. In this article, we’ll provide you with some tips on how to dispose of asbestos in your property. Let’s take a closer look!

✓ Careful Handling

If you happen to find asbestos in your property the best thing to do is to call in a reliable specialist who has the proper training and equipment to tackle the project. However, if you decide to handle it yourself, then it’s a must to do this with great care. For instance wearing safety gloves, dust mask, safety goggles and placement of asbestos into plastic bags would be a great idea.

✓ Take It To The Tip By Yourself

To save some money if you have access to a vehicle, then loading the bagged asbestos into your car and driving it to the nearest local tip would be a simple and cost effective alternative. However, you should check with your local authorities before attempting this.

✓ Use A Specialist

Hiring a professional asbestos removal contractor is simply the best way to dispose of asbestos. Their services may be a bit expensive, but they cover up for that in both speed and effectiveness.

✓ Use Your Council’s Asbestos Collection Service

Several councils off this services at a reduced cost. However, they are usually not as quick as a specialist contractor.

what is asbestos?

Asbestos is basically a naturally occurring fibre which, until the 1990s, has been a commonly used material in construction and other industries. There are three major kinds of asbestos fibres in the UK and they include crocidolite or blue, amosite or brown as well as chrysotile or white.

Before it’s life threatening potentials were exposed, asbestos was commonly used across the globe in buildings and structures as a means of insulation, roofing, flooring and was also sprayed on ceiling as well as walls. Upon the discovery of its hazardous features however, it has been swiftly banned in the UK but it may still be discovered in buildings and structures that have been erected before the year 2000.

In the event whereby a building or structure possesses asbestos within them, it can pose only a little risk but only if they remain undisturbed. It’s only when they’re disturbed or damaged that the tiny asbestos fibres are usually discharged into the air and can be easily inhaled into the lungs. Breathing in of asbestos is a very harmful thing as the fibres can have a terrible impact on your lungs and their linings. What’s more? Asbestos-related health conditions’ symptoms normally takes several years to surface which means that an exposure to the deadly substance many years ago may only start to show symptoms today. Therefore, if you’ve worked in a building or construction industry especially within the time period of 1970s to 1990s, there is a real chance that you’ve been exposed to asbestos. This type of jobs include ship building, construction and insulation projects, but this doesn’t necessarily imply that asbestos exposure can not occur in other jobs as well.

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