Asbestos is one of the most hazardous materials that can be found in older buildings throughout the UK. Although it was widely used in construction for decades due to its fire resistance, durability, and insulating properties, it is now known to pose significant health risks when disturbed. If asbestos is suspected in your property, hiring an experienced asbestos removal contractor is essential to ensure it is managed safely and legally.
At Enviro Savers LTD, we provide professional asbestos removal services for homeowners, landlords, commercial property owners, local authorities, schools, healthcare facilities, and industrial clients. Our experienced team carries out asbestos surveys, testing, licensed removal, encapsulation, decontamination, and hazardous waste disposal in full compliance with UK regulations.
What Does an Asbestos Removal Contractor Do?
An asbestos removal contractor is a specialist company trained and licensed to identify, remove, transport, and dispose of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). These professionals follow strict procedures set out by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to minimise the release of asbestos fibres and protect both occupants and workers.
Services provided by an asbestos removal contractor typically include:
- Asbestos surveys
- Asbestos sampling and laboratory testing
- Risk assessments
- Licensed asbestos removal
- Non-licensed asbestos removal
- Asbestos encapsulation
- Site decontamination
- Hazardous waste disposal
- Air monitoring and clearance testing
Every project is carefully planned to ensure safety, compliance, and minimal disruption.
Why You Should Never Remove Asbestos Yourself
Asbestos-containing materials are often safe when left undisturbed. However, drilling, sanding, cutting, or breaking these materials can release microscopic fibres into the air.
Once inhaled, asbestos fibres can remain in the lungs for many years and may lead to serious illnesses such as:
- Mesothelioma
- Asbestosis
- Lung cancer
- Pleural thickening
DIY asbestos removal significantly increases the risk of exposure and may breach UK health and safety legislation. A qualified asbestos removal contractor has the expertise, equipment, and licensing required to carry out the work safely.
Where Is Asbestos Commonly Found?
Properties built before 2000 may still contain asbestos in a wide range of construction materials.
Common locations include:
- Garage roofs
- Corrugated cement sheets
- Ceiling tiles
- Pipe insulation
- Boiler lagging
- Vinyl floor tiles
- Textured coatings
- Fire doors
- Roof insulation
- Wall panels
- Soffits and fascias
- Electrical cupboards
- Water tanks
Because asbestos cannot be identified by sight alone, professional sampling and laboratory analysis are recommended whenever asbestos is suspected.
Our Asbestos Removal Process
At Enviro Savers LTD, every Asbestos Removal Contractor project follows a structured and compliant process.
Site Survey
We begin with a detailed inspection to identify asbestos-containing materials and assess the extent of the work required.
Risk Assessment
A comprehensive risk assessment is prepared, outlining safe working methods, containment measures, and waste disposal procedures.
Work Area Containment
The affected area is sealed using specialist containment systems to prevent asbestos fibres from spreading to other parts of the property.
Safe Asbestos Removal
Our trained technicians remove asbestos using approved equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE), following strict HSE guidelines.
Decontamination
Following removal, all affected areas are thoroughly cleaned using HEPA-filtered equipment to eliminate residual asbestos dust.
Hazardous Waste Disposal
All asbestos waste is securely packaged, transported, and disposed of at licensed hazardous waste facilities in accordance with UK environmental legislation.
Final Inspection
A final inspection ensures the area is safe before the property is returned to normal use or further construction work begins.
