Experts in Domestic Asbestos Removal
DES Holdings are an established, professional, asbestos removal contractor. We specialise in demolition, asbestos removal and entrapment, and build and development services. We have over 30 years of industry knowledge and unrivalled experience in completing this scope of work. We offer full turnkey services which are performed by our highly-skilled, multi-disciplinary team.
Our skilled team can safely manage domestic asbestos removal if you suspect asbestos-containing materials (ACM) are present in your home. We are experienced with removing all types of asbestos commonly found in homes. Our reputation in the industry, quality work, and excellent services make us the right choice for all domestic asbestos removal. Additionally, we have a variety of accreditations, such as CHAS, SMAS, and SSIP that make us the safe choice for expert removal.
Where is Asbestos Found in Domestic Properties?
Asbestos can be found in a variety of locations in your home and should always be checked by a licensed professional who can carry out a domestic asbestos survey.
Water tank: Asbestos cement can often be found in older properties that predate 1890.
Rainwater items: Roof gutters and downpipes are often made from asbestos cement.
Floor tiles: Many homes may have plastic floor tiles. You may recognise them, they are different colours and mainly hidden under carpets and ceramic tiles.
Heater cupboard: Around the domestic boiler often contains asbestos insulated board which will need to be expertly managed.
Pipe lagging: Used to keep in heat or keep cold out, pipe lagging is often painted over and does not obviously look like asbestos.
Textured coating: Can be found throughout a property on the ceiling and walls.
Soffit board: Sits behind fascia at eaves level. Boards can be made from asbestos cement or asbestos insulated boards.
Toilet cistern: Can contain asbestos-reinforced resin composite materials.
Fuse box: Each fuse wire has an individual asbestos flash guard and the panel behind the fuse box can also contain asbestos.
Property insulation: Loose asbestos can be found as insulation in wall and floor cavities. As well as in lofts.
What to do if there is asbestos in your home
If you suspect asbestos in your home, you must not try to manage or inspect it yourself. Instead, you must call a licensed asbestos removal contractor, such as DES Holdings. We will visit your property and conduct a domestic asbestos survey. Once we have found the materials, we will then begin the safe and secure management and removal of asbestos. Once managed, we will remove the materials and correctly dispose of all waste in line with legal guidelines.
DES have a variety of accreditations that make us the trusted asbestos removal company for you.
The Domestic Asbestos Removal Process
Advised Next Steps
If it is determined that asbestos is present, we will arrange a time for our team of specialists to come and remove it. We will also provide you with information on how to protect yourself and your family from exposure to asbestos.
Domestic Asbestos Survey
The DES team will visit your property and conduct a domestic asbestos survey. This will involve taking samples of any materials that may contain asbestos and sending them to a laboratory for testing. Once the results of the test are back, we will be able to advise you on the next steps.
Safe Domestic Asbestos Removal
The DES team is highly trained in asbestos removal and abatement. We will take all necessary precautions to protect your health and the health of those around you. Once the asbestos has been safely removed, we will dispose of it in accordance with all laws and safety precautions.
Drawing upon extensive knowledge and experience to handle demolition, strip out, site clearance or land remediation projects.
We are fully licensed and accredited, providing asbestos surveys & removal services.
Working across a wide range of construction disciplines in both public and private sectors to provide cost effective building solutions.
Our accrued knowledge and skillset in all fields of the construction industry has allowed us to evolve and grow organically into the development sector.
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Utilising the DES knowledge and expertise for your project will afford you total confidence and peace of mind, which comes with using one contractor to oversee the whole process from the start to finish. We provide a full turnkey solution for any undertaking.
Head office:
Demolition Environmental Holdings Ltd
Unit 4, Regents Court, Far Moor Lane, Redditch B98 0SD