Many older properties in Reigate feature vinyl floor tiles, linoleum, or thermoplastic tiles that were popular for decades. A lot of these materials, especially those installed between the 1950s and 1980s, contain asbestos. You might also find asbestos in the backing paper or the black bitumen adhesive used to stick them down. While the asbestos fibres in these materials are often tightly bound, any damage – whether it’s cracks, lifting, or during renovation work – can release those tiny, harmful fibres into the air. Breathing them in carries significant health risks. It's crucial not to try and remove them yourself if you suspect asbestos. Our team is highly experienced at identifying these risks, taking samples for testing, and safely removing the materials following strict guidelines.

When you choose Southern Asbestos for your Reigate property, you're choosing a service that puts safety first. Here’s a brief look at how we typically handle asbestos floor tile removal:

1. Initial Assessment & Testing: If you’re unsure, we can carefully take a sample of your suspected floor tiles or adhesive and send it for laboratory analysis. This confirms the presence and type of asbestos.
2. Detailed Plan: Once confirmed, we develop a tailored work plan that details how we will safely remove the asbestos-containing materials.
3. Controlled Work Area: Our team sets up a secure, enclosed work area to prevent any fibre spread within your home or business. We use specialist equipment to maintain negative pressure and filter the air.
4. Safe Removal: Using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and respiratory protective equipment (RPE), our trained technicians carefully remove the floor tiles and adhesive, minimising disturbance.
5. Thorough Clean-up: After removal, we conduct a meticulous clean-up of the area using HEPA-filtered vacuum cleaners.
6. Certified Disposal: All asbestos waste is double-bagged, sealed, and transported to a licensed hazardous waste facility. We provide you with all the necessary legal paperwork.
   We manage the entire process for you, giving you peace of mind.

When dealing with something as serious as asbestos, you need a contractor you can completely trust. Southern Asbestos is committed to providing a safe, reliable, and transparent service right across Reigate and the surrounding areas.

• Fully Insured & Compliant: We hold full Public Liability Insurance, and all our work strictly follows HSE guidelines and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (CAR 2012). Your safety and compliance are our top priorities.
• Certified & Licensed: We hold a valid Waste Carriers Licence, so you know all asbestos waste is handled and disposed of legally and responsibly.
• Local & Experienced Team: Our technicians are fully trained and have years of hands-on experience removing asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) from a huge variety of properties, including homes, shops, and offices in and around Reigate.
• Transparent Pricing: We provide clear, detailed quotes with no hidden fees. You'll know exactly what the job involves before we start any work.