C&M ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Safe Asbestos Solutions
1-2 The Grange
High Street, Westerham, Kent, TN16 1AH
Unit 64
Capital Business Centre, 22 Carlton Road, South Croydon, CR2 0BS
Asbestos Surveys
Professional Asbestos Surveying and Removal Services
In-Depth Asbestos Surveys
Experienced and BOHS/RSPH Trained Surveyors
At C&M Environmental, we understand that selecting the right contractor is crucial to the success of your project. That’s why our expert surveyors are BOHS/RSPH trained professionals, with years of experience in the field. We ensure all surveys are in complete compliance with HSG264 Asbestos: The Survey Guide, providing concise and easy-to-read reports that feature sample results and valuable insights.
Asbestos Removal Solutions
Our asbestos removal solutions are available as either a standalone service or as part of a package that includes other demolition and site clearance services. Our team of trained analysts have passed their BOHS P403 and P404 examinations and possess extensive expertise in multiple areas of asbestos, providing them with the necessary expertise to acquire authorisations that are specific to a type of work and building.
On-Site Meetings
We arrange on-site meetings to conduct in-depth asbestos surveys and gather all the necessary information for preparing the next steps and proposals. With our professional asbestos surveying and removal services, you can be confident that your project will be completed safely and in compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Where you may find asbestos
This image is for illustration purposes and is not entirely exhaustive of where you may find asbestos.
Fascia Boards
Asbestos facia boards were usually constructed either from Asbestos Insulating Board (AIB) or asbestos cement. Identifying whether the boards contain AIB or asbestos cement is typically challenging, as they are often painted. This makes it hard to spot discrepancies such as white spores and markings.
Cement Tiles
Asbestos would commonly be combined with materials like cement to manufacture roof tiles, with the asbestos content comprising approximately 10-15% of the overall mixture.
Cement Water Tank
Typically found in a loft or void, asbestos cement water tanks have asbestos content ranging from 5-10%.
Cement Pipe & Pipe Lagging
Asbestos pipe lagging can be one of the most dangerous forms of asbestos. This form of asbestos is usually wrapped around piping, and if its in poor condition the dangerous microscopic fibres may be released into the air where they can be inhaled.
Loose Fill Asbestos
This was used to insulate industrial and domestic premises so can be found in between cavity walls, under floor boards and in loft spaces. Its appearance is loose fluffy insulation, which may be blue-grey or white in colour. It is considered the most dangerous asbestos containing material. Loose fill comprises of pure asbestos which can release large amounts of fibres into the air, where they can be breathed in.
Cement Guttering
Asbestos cement guttering and down pipes were used from the 1950s as it was a cheap and readily available material. If any of your cement guttering or down pipes show signs of damage or are leaking, it would be advisable to consider getting these removed and replaced with a more modern material such as UPVC.
Cement Down Pipe
During the 1950s, asbestos cement guttering and downpipes were commonly installed due to their cost-effectiveness and accessibility. If any damage or leakage is detected in your cement guttering or downpipes, it is recommended that you consider replacement with a more contemporary material such as UPVC.
Toilet Cistern & Toilet Seat
A small amount of asbestos was used in toilet seats and toilet cisterns to make them stronger and to last longer. They were usually made from a product known as bakelite.
Artex Ceiling & Wall Coatings
Textured coatings were commonly applied on walls and ceilings for decorative purposes. Traditionally marketed under trade names such as “Artex,” it’s difficult to determine its asbestos content through visual inspection alone. In order to be certain, samples need to be taken and tested. Although many Artex products used to contain asbestos, Artex that is free of asbestos has been available since around the 1970s.
Soffit Boards
Asbestos soffit boards were either constructed from AIB (Asbestos insulating board) or asbestos cement. It can generally be quite difficult to identify whether AIB or asbestos cement has been used in the soffit boards as they are often painted and therefore hide any discrepancies such as white spores and markings.
Boiler Flue Pipe
Boiler flue pipes are usually made up of asbestos cement and commonly found in older systems and will need to be removed.
AIB (Asbestos Insulating Board)
Asbestos insulating board (AIB) was often used as fireproofing material, however it had additional uses including: Soffits, ceiling tiles, window boards, partition walls, and fire door panels.
Floor Tiles
Asbestos floor tiles were once an in-demand choice for flooring. Old asbestos tiles can remain concealed beneath carpets.
Flue Pipe
Flues are commonly made up from white asbestos. As with all asbestos there is a health hazard if the flue is damaged as harmful fibres can be released into the air.
Bath Panel
Asbestos bath panels were usually made from asbestos cement containing 10-15% chrysotile and came in many colours. You could also find bath panels as AIB’s with a glazed finish also in multiple colours.
Additional areas you may find asbestos
- AIB Ceiling Tiles
- AIB Partition wall
- AIB behind consumer unit/fuse board
- AIB Airing cupboard, sprayed insulation on hot water tank
- AIB Interior wall
- AIB around boiler, storage heaters, and warm air systems
- AIB behind fireplace
- Roofing felt
- Garage and shed roofs
(AIB – Asbestos insulating board)