Not all asbestos materials carry the same risk. 'Licensed' asbestos refers to those materials that are more likely to release harmful fibres when disturbed, requiring strict controls and specialist removal by an HSE-licensed contractor. For properties in Chesterfield, common licensed materials we encounter include:

• Asbestos Insulation Board (AIB): Often found in partition walls, ceiling tiles, and fire breaks, AIB is highly friable.
• Asbestos Pipe Lagging: Used to insulate pipes and boilers, this material is highly prone to fibre release.
• Sprayed Asbestos Coatings: Applied to structural elements for fire protection or insulation, these are very high-risk.

Disturbing these materials without proper training and equipment can have severe health implications. Our Chesterfield team is specifically qualified to handle these high-risk materials, ensuring every stage of the process is undertaken safely and legally.

For properties in Chesterfield requiring licensed asbestos removal, our process is thorough, compliant, and designed to minimise disruption while ensuring absolute safety. We manage the entire project from start to finish:

1. Initial Survey & Testing: We begin with a detailed asbestos survey (often an R&D survey for intrusive work) to accurately identify and quantify all asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). Samples are sent to a UKAS-accredited laboratory for precise analysis.
2. Strategic Planning & Notification: Based on the survey findings, we develop a comprehensive removal plan. For licensed works, we notify the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) as required by law, typically 14 days in advance.
3. Strict Containment: We establish a controlled, sealed environment (enclosure) around the work area to prevent any fibre release into unaffected parts of your Chesterfield property. This includes negative pressure units and airlocks.
4. Safe Removal & Decontamination: Our highly trained and certified operatives, equipped with specialist RPE and PPE, meticulously remove the asbestos. Following removal, the area undergoes thorough cleaning and decontamination.
5. Certified Air Testing & Clearance: Before the enclosure is dismantled, an independent UKAS-accredited analyst conducts a rigorous 4-stage clearance procedure, including air monitoring, to confirm the area is completely safe for reoccupation.
6. Secure Disposal: All asbestos waste is double-bagged, sealed, and transported in specially marked vehicles to authorised hazardous waste disposal sites, with full waste consignment notes provided for your records.

When dealing with high-risk asbestos in Chesterfield, you need a contractor you can implicitly trust. Asbestos In Homes (or BESA PROPERTY SERVICES LTD for commercial projects) offers unmatched expertise:

• Local Chesterfield Presence: We are your local, dedicated asbestos removal specialists, with a deep understanding of properties across Chesterfield and Derbyshire.
• Fully Licensed & Certified: We are HSE-licensed for high-risk asbestos removal, adhering strictly to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (CAR 2012).
• UKAS-Accredited Testing: All testing and air monitoring are conducted through independent UKAS-accredited laboratories, ensuring accurate and reliable results.
• Experienced & Trained Team: Our operatives are highly skilled and continuously trained in the latest safe removal techniques.
• Comprehensive Insurance: We hold £10 million in Public Liability Insurance, offering you complete protection.
• Transparent Pricing: We provide clear, detailed, no-obligation quotes with no hidden costs for our Chesterfield clients.