Licensed Asbestos Removal

The duration of licensed asbestos removal varies significantly depending on factors including the extent and type of material, site conditions, and access limitations. Preparing containment systems typically takes 1-2 days for standard spaces. The removal process itself may range from a few days for smaller projects to several weeks for large-scale removals. Following removal, the clearance testing usually requires an additional day. Throughout the project, mandatory 14-day HSE notification periods may also need to be factored into overall timelines, though waivers can sometimes be obtained for urgent situations.

For residential properties, full vacation is typically required during licensed asbestos removal due to the high-risk nature of the materials being handled and the extensive containment systems needed. For larger commercial properties, sectional approaches may allow continued occupation of unaffected areas, provided strict separation can be maintained and separate access routes are available. Each situation is assessed individually based on the property layout, the extent of works, and the potential for exposure risk. Where vacation is necessary, we aim to minimize disruption by efficient scheduling and, where possible, conducting works during planned vacation periods.

We implement multiple layers of protection to prevent fiber escape during licensed removal. This includes constructing airtight enclosures with polythene sheeting and duct tape, creating negative pressure environments using specialized extraction units with HEPA filters, establishing multi-stage airlocks and decontamination units for all personnel and waste movements, conducting continual air monitoring both inside and outside the enclosure to verify containment effectiveness, utilizing specialized removal techniques that minimize fiber release, and employing dedicated analysts to oversee the work. These comprehensive measures create a fully controlled environment that prevents contamination of surrounding areas.

Following licensed asbestos removal, you will receive comprehensive documentation including a Certificate of Reoccupation issued by an independent UKAS-accredited analyst following the four-stage clearance process, a detailed clearance report documenting the visual inspections and air monitoring results, consignment notes confirming proper disposal of asbestos waste at a licensed facility, and a completion certificate from us detailing the work undertaken and materials removed. This documentation provides proof that the removal was conducted legally and safely, which is important for property records, future sales, and regulatory compliance.