Asbestos Floor Tiles Removal in Kingston Upon Thames and the Wider Region
In need of asbestos floor tile removal? Here at Key Asbestos Services Ltd, we are professional contractors that provide a range of asbestos removal services across Kingston upon Thames and the wider region.
Floor tiles that contain asbestos are commonly found in kitchens and bathrooms. They are sometimes placed throughout entire flats, ground floors of houses, in warehouses and offices. They are commonly found within properties built or refurbished between the 1940s and 1970s.
Asbestos is often mixed in with other materials, so it’s often not possible to identify it without professional analysis. We can arrange to test the material to confirm the presence of asbestos. This information will also identify its type, the risk factor and what steps are needed going ahead.
Professional Asbestos Tile Removal Contractors
It is not a legal requirement to remove asbestos, but it is a requirement for commercial property owners to be aware of any on their premises and to manage it responsibly.
Floor tiles have a low propensity to release asbestos fibres, therefore can be left in situ if in good condition and not likely to be disturbed.
However, they will need to be removed in advance of refurbishment or demolition works if damaged or when relaying a floor.
Asbestos Floor Tile Disposal
Asbestos Flooring Removal Services
Flooring Removal & Asbestos Bitumen Encapsulation
Key Asbestos recently carried out a flooring removal project at a residential property in Barnes. Once the old floor coverings were lifted, asbestos-containing bitumen was identified beneath. To make the area safe for refurbishment, our team encapsulated the surface using ET150, providing a secure, long-term solution without disruptive removal.
FAQS
Both can be valid. Well-bonded tiles are often stable and can sometimes be covered over, but removal eliminates the material entirely. We assess the condition and how the floor will be used before advising which route suits your property best.
Done improperly, lifting or snapping the tiles and their bitumen backing can release fibres into the air. Controlled, professional removal keeps everything contained and ensures the material is disposed of correctly as hazardous waste, rather than leaving a hidden risk behind.
Intact, undisturbed tiles are generally low-risk. The concern comes when they're cracked, lifting or about to be taken up, so it's wise to have them assessed before any flooring work. If they're sound, they often simply need managing.
Yes — once the material is removed, the area is thoroughly cleaned and, for higher-risk work, air-tested and formally cleared before anyone returns. We don't consider a job finished until the space is confirmed safe to use again.
Why Choose Key Asbestos Services Ltd?
There are several reasons why homeowners and businesses throughout Kingston upon Thames turn to us for asbestos floor tile removal:
