Question 1

Learn more about Asbestos Removal in Croydon

Accepted Answer

The London Borough of Croydon is one of the largest commercial districts in Greater London outside central London, with excellent rail links to the rest of the capital and to coastal towns in the south east of England. The residents of Croydon have borough council waste removal services available to them, which includes the removal general waste, recyclable waste and garden waste, however, this council service does not extend to asbestos removal.

Like many waste disposal sites in London, the three sites for household waste and recycling in Croydon do not accept hazardous materials such as asbestos. Upon arrival at these sites, residents must take note that you need to provide a vehicle permit or photo ID and proof of address to enter.

Croydon generates just over 300 thousand tonnes of commercial waste each year and 1.3 million tonnes of construction waste per year, a portion of which contains asbestos. With that amount there are several private services available for specialised waste removal and bulkier items in the area, including asbestos removal.

As a developing area of South London, the desire for residential property in the area has also increased, which means many refurbishing projects in the area, which will lead to any increase in potential contact with asbestos and suspected asbestos as well as an increase of construction and refurbishment waste – some of these items may be too bulky and not suited for council-collected general waste. Asbestos is hazardous for the environment and human health when the loose fibres are released into the air.

It is therefore important that you consult a specialised team to check for asbestos and help you to safely remove asbestos waste.

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Question 2

How dangerous is asbestos?

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Asbestos is composed of six naturally derived minerals. As it is a naturally occurring substance, it has been used for centuries due to its hard wearing properties including resistance to fire, chemicals, water and biological degradation. Despite health warnings against asbestos in the 1940s, the toxic material was still in widespread use up until 1999 when it was finally banned in the UK. The height of its use was during the 1960s and 1980s.

While many of our current houses and buildings in the UK contain asbestos, much of this is undisturbed and therefore harmless. When asbestos is broken, its fibres are released and, when inhaled, can cause asbestosis. In more milder cases, for example if someone is only exposed to asbestosis for a very brief amount of time, it can cause a thickening of the lung tissue.

It is classed as a carcinogenic to humans and is so hazardous that it should not be handled without the proper PPE and safety equipment.

Question 3

How to check for asbestos

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As asbestos was widely used in building materials for decades, it is possible that you might find it in your house, places like shed roofs, pipes and ceilings are typical areas in which asbestos can be found.

If left undisturbed, asbestos is usually safe as it will not release any fibres into the air.
However, if construction work or DIY is carried out, you must check whether an area is free of asbestos before starting work. If you do not let anyone know that an area contains asbestos you are posing a serious health risk to not only yourself but also those working in the area.

Removing pipe lagging is especially risky, as the type of material contains the most dangerous form of asbestos. Pipe lagging is usually not only contained to one room in the house and removal of the material will result in a lot of debris.

A professional surveyor or contractor will be able to identify and sample potential asbestos in your home. There are certain safety regulations that you need to adhere to if you wish to remove any building rubbish or household components containing asbestos. At Wayst we will give you expert advice regarding the handling of asbestos and do the work for you when qualifying professional and licensed asbestos companies that can test whether a substance in your home is asbestos or not as well as carry out safe removal and environmentally friendly disposal too.

Question 4

How is asbestos removed?

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While you are able to remove small amounts of asbestos in your private domestic property without releasing too many fibres, it is best to consult a professional if you wish to dispose of any amount of asbestos safely. If asbestos is handled or disposed of incorrectly, you could face a fine or even legal action. Removal of asbestos in a commercial area such as an office building requires strict compliance to regulations to avoid an occupational hazard to staff.

All suppliers as part of the Wayst platform are licensed asbestos removal contractors who are members of the Asbestos Removal Contractors Association (ARCA), we do all that we can to ensure that the asbestos removal is carried out safely. Any commercial or construction waste containing asbestos is classified as hazardous waste.

Professional asbestos removal companies will place asbestos waste in double bags and lockable skips before removal to ensure safety.

There is no option to recycle asbestos in the UK – it can only be buried in landfills. It is therefore imperative to use an accredited asbestos removal service to ensure that these items are double-bagged and properly removed to ensure environmental and human safety.

Question 5

How much does it cost to remove asbestos?

Accepted Answer

The cost for asbestos removal will usually be dependent on the quantity of material removed, however as a guide asbestos removal can start at roughly £50 per square metre – the larger the area removed, the more expensive. Removal of asbestos components in your home is not always the most affordable option.

A single asbestos garage roofing sheet and side panels can cost about £1450+VAT.

The removal and disposal of an Artex ceiling in two rooms will usually cost about £1950+VAT, while 20 square metres of soffit board will cost about £2250+VAT.

An asbestos surveyor will be able to calculate the amount of asbestos on your property after doing an extensive survey. and will determine the next step in the removal of the hazardous materials.

Question 6

What you need to know about Croydon

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The Principle town of Croydon within the Greater London Borough of Croydon is the next largest commercial district outside of central London and has excellent rail links to the capital, and towards coastal towns in the south east of England. It is also home to London’s only tram network which reportedly transports over 29 million people every year. Croydon town also has plenty to offer outside of its shopping centres, pubs bars and restaurants. The Airport Visitor Centre is one of Croydon’s most unique well known attractions, situated in the world’s oldest air traffic control tower and only open one weekend a month, so plan ahead! The Museum of Croydon is another must see, with its own art gallery and richly detailed local history exhibits. There is also the Turf gallery space, which offers workshops run by local artists, and plenty of outdoor attractions and parks. Coombe Wood, which is set in well kept grounds and has picturesque views and an on site cafe. Wandel Park, which features a river, a playground and a skate park is also very popular with visitors and locals. Croydon is currently the fifth cheapest borough in London for property prices and an ideal location to invest, mainly due to the regeneration plans and the predicted increase in house prices This investment opportunity has driven up construction work in the area, which in turn has caused an increase in the production of construction waste; mainly refurbishment related waste such as flooring and carpets. The most popular property types in Croydon are 3 bedroom properties and flats, and over 65% of properties are now rented when compared to the 2001 census, which inevitably causes a range of residential waste types as bulky household waste is created during the moving process.

Question 7

What are the different ways to dispose of waste in Croydon?

Accepted Answer

There are 5 plants in Croydon operating in the transfer and treatment of construction, demolition and excavation waste, and 2 sites for the transfer of household and commercial waste. Many independent contractors in the area offer same day services, as well as some offering ‘payment by weight’ services and industrial strength rubbish bag hire. Alternatively Croydon council provides a range of methods for residents to dispose of different types of waste in various bin types supplied by them.

Question 8

Where are the nearest recycling centres in Croydon

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There are 3 main sites for household waste and recycling in Croydon on Factory Lane, Fishers Farm and Purley Oaks. Residents must provide either a vehicle permit or photo ID and proof of address to access the site. It is worth noting that you must use two separate forms of identification, examples of which are listed on the council website. Those intending to use the recycling centres should also be aware that they are subject to closures if they become too busy, sometimes at short notice. To stay up to date locals are advised to follow @yourcroydon on Twitter.

Question 9

What rubbish collection services are available in Croydon?

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The council offers bulky waste collection services such as sofa clearances and fridge removals. The sofa collection service costs £29 but it can take up to 2 weeks for it to be collected and their fridge collection service can take 3-4 weeks to collect at a cost of £25. There are also collection services provided for clinical waste, a garden waste subscription service and a recycling collection, which accept household batteries, clothing and shoes in addition to normally accepted materials. For guidance on general waste residents can input their postcode on the council website to check their bin collection days.

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Question 10

How is the local authority in Croydon handling your waste?

Accepted Answer

Residents can find advice on how to reduce and reuse waste on the council website, and Croydon council provide a very useful and informative video, explaining exactly how waste is handled and recovered at waste treatment facilities from within the borough and on a national scale. All the waste that is collected in the borough goes on a reprocessing journey. Food waste goes to an anaerobic digestion facility, where gas and bio fertilizer are produced. The biogas is used as fuel and for generating electricity, and the fertilizer is pasteurised to remove pathogens before being applied to the soil. Paper and card get sent to paper mills throughout the UK, where the materials are washed and liquified before being reprocessed into recycled paper products. Glass tins and plastic go into the mixed recycling bin and taken to a materials recovery facility where they are sorted and sold on to reprocessors, and there is a facility in Dagenham where some of the plastic gets processed into pellets which can be used to manufacture any number of plastic based products and materials.

Croydon Council's Waste Management Performance:

· Overall annual spend on waste management £19,369,000,00
· Per person spend £25
· Landfill rate 49.50%
· Reuse and recycling rate 50.50%

Question 11

What are the plans for a greener future in Croydon?

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Croydon is part of the South London Waste Partnership made up of the four boroughs of Croydon Merton Sutton and Kingston. Together they implement cost effective waste management strategies, and provide news and information on how the South London Waste Partnership is working towards sustainable environmentally friendly solutions. Croydon council ensures that even non recyclable waste can be kept out of landfill by sending materials such as Polystyrene, bubble wrap, and some food containers to an energy recovery facility in Beddington less than four miles from the town centre. The waste materials are burnt at temperatures that can exceed 850 degrees celsius, producing large amounts of steam used to generate electricity and ash, which can be used in road building. Viridor, who manage large scale waste treatment projects, have taken over what was once the landfill site at Beddington and transformed it into natural wetlands and grasslands in collaboration with the South London Waste Partnership. Croydon’s own environmental policy, The Green Commitment which was established over 20 years ago, sets out five key aims to improve the environment including a commitment to sustainability and protecting and improving natural surroundings within the borough.

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