If your property in Lowestoft or along the Suffolk Coast was built before 2000, there is a strong chance it may still contain asbestos - a material once used extensively in homes and businesses, now known to cause serious health issues.
At ID Asbestos, we are fully licensed by the HSE, ARCA members, and known for our reliable, professional, and safety-first approach to asbestos remediation across residential, commercial, and industrial properties. Our team combines years of hands-on experience with detailed knowledge of local asbestos risks to deliver efficient, cost-effective removal, testing, and surveying services.
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Our Asbestos Removal Services
We provide comprehensive asbestos removal and abatement services tailored to your needs.
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Artex Removal
Safe removal of textured coatings containing asbestos.
Asbestos Floor Tile Removal
Including vinyl, thermoplastic and bitumen-backed tiles
Asbestos Cement Removal
Common in roofing, panels, and guttering.
Asbestos Garage Removal
Full garage or roof-only removals.
Asbestos Soffit Removal
Often found under roof eaves in pre-2000 homes.
Licenced Asbestos Removal
Higher-risk ACMs like asbestos insulation board.
Asbestos Surveys/Testing
Management and refurbishment surveys, air monitoring, soil analysis.
Roof Coating System
Cost-effective waterproofing for asbestos cement roofs.
Why Asbestos Is Still a Concern in Lowestoft
While the use of asbestos was banned in the UK in 1999, many older homes, schools, and public buildings across Lowestoft and the surrounding coast still contain it. The town's maritime history, industrial estates, and extensive council housing stock all contribute to a higher-than-average likelihood of legacy asbestos issues.
- Brooke Marine was a major shipbuilding firm in Lowestoft where workers were regularly exposed to asbestos during the 1970s. A previous worker discussed the installation of pipework around ship engines, and recalled widespread use of asbestos blankets and dust, often without protective equipment. He sadly died from mesothelioma, with his exposure at Brooke Marine identified as the cause. Redevelopment of historic marine or industrial sites often uncovers hidden ACMs, requiring full survey and removal work before further progress.
- Eastern Coach Works (ECW) was Lowestoft’s biggest employer in the late 20th century. During the era that the ECW was in peak production, the bus/coach assembly shop was nearly guaranteed to be using asbestos products, for example, within friction materials like brake linings or within insulation panels that were present on vehicles during that time, before the dangers of the substance were widely known.
- Post-war housing developments in Lowestoft and surrounding villages such as Oulton Broad and Kessingland commonly used asbestos in roofing, floor tiles, and soffits, and external cladding. Refurbishment works, especially in former local authority housing stock, frequently require licensed removal or encapsulation.
If you are planning renovation, demolition, or just want peace of mind, an
asbestos survey
is highly recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my Lowestoft home or business contain asbestos?
If it was built or renovated before 2000, it’s possible. Common locations include soffits, garage roofs, textured ceilings, and insulation board. A survey is the only reliable way to find out.
Is it safe to leave asbestos undisturbed?
Asbestos can be safe if sealed and undamaged - but wear, leaks, or building work can release fibres into the air. We can advise whether removal, encapsulation, or ongoing monitoring is the best option.
Do I need permission to remove asbestos in Suffolk?
Licensed asbestos removal must follow HSE regulations. We manage the full process for you, including notifications, risk assessments, compliant removal, and safe disposal.
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ID Asbestos serves Lowestoft, the Suffolk Coast, and wider East Anglia with fully licensed asbestos removal, testing, and surveying services. We are fully insured, HSE licensed, and trusted by both local homeowners and commercial developers.
If you’re worried about asbestos or would like to arrange a survey or asbestos removal, please get in touch today.
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