If you have had an asbestos survey carried out and it has been determined that all or some of the identified asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) require remediation or removal, the next job is to find a reliable asbestos removal contractor. This can be a daunting task, as the safe removal of ACMs from your property is paramount, not just for the safety of those around but also to ensure you remain compliant with UK laws. Choosing the right company is key and therefore we have included some things you should look out for!
What is their level of qualification or accreditations?
Within the asbestos removal industry, there are often various levels of qualifications or accreditations a company may have. We would recommend checking this first, especially if your removal project is of a larger scale or more complex.
If you are looking for a highly qualified, licenced removal company, we recommend searching the Health and Safety Executive Register, which Reddish Vale are proud to be listed on. If your chosen company is listed on this register, it is a sign of professional asbestos services. The register includes the company name, location and licence type amongst other details. You can access the register here.
In addition, other governing bodies such as ARCA (Asbestos Removal Contractors Association) and ACAD (Asbestos Control and Abatement Division) both promote safe working environments and accreditations from these governing bodies can offer peace of mind that any works undertaken will be of extremely high standard. Both organisations conduct regular planned and unplanned audits on sites and therefore contractors who have remained accredited demonstrate an exemplary commitment to meeting and exceeding industry standards.
How many years of asbestos removal experience do they have?
Of course, the number of years an asbestos removal contractor has been in business isn’t a direct determiner of quality but is a good point to consider after looking into a contractor’s accreditations.
With years of experience, a removal contractor will have been able to refine and develop their processes to create one which completes the job in the safest way possible. Over the years, these companies will have successfully undertaken a variety of job sizes and complexities, ranging from large public sector properties with asbestos ceiling tiles and floor tiles, to asbestos garage roofs, making them much better equipped to handle any issues which may arise with your own removal project.
Do they have a good reputation?
Both our initial points lend themselves nicely here. With years of experience and accreditations from various governing bodies, your chosen asbestos removal contractor should have built a good reputation within the industry.
As a customer, you can check this by searching for online reviews on sites such as Trustpilot, Google Reviews or trade-specific sites such as Check-A-Trade. Alternatively, you can ask the company directly for testimonials and references from previous clients. This is particularly important for large-scale or more commercial asbestos removal projects as being able to show competency in this manner is key. In addition, the company may have multiple case studies on their website which you can browse through. Here, you can see first-hand the quality of their work.
Looking for a reliable asbestos removal contractor?
With over 30 years of experience, accreditations from leading accreditation bodies ARCA and ACAD and thousands of happy clients across the UK, the team at Reddish Vale are ready and willing to work with you on your asbestos removal project.
To learn more about our services and us, don’t hesitate to get in touch via the links below.
