A homeowner in Moddershall, Staffordshire commissioned an independent asbestos survey ahead of planned renovation works at their property. The survey identified Asbestos Insulating Board (AIB) in multiple locations throughout the building — a finding that required immediate professional attention before any refurbishment could safely proceed.
The homeowner contacted AIB Solutions after reviewing the survey findings, and we attended site to carry out a detailed consultation ahead of the licensed removal programme.
Initial Consultation and Professional Advice
Following an on-site consultation at the Moddershall property, our team:
- Reviewed the existing asbestos survey report in full
- Confirmed all identified AIB locations and their condition
- Assessed how the planned renovation works would interact with the ACMs present
- Provided clear removal options with associated timescales
- Advised on the legal requirements and safety controls required
AIB is classified as a licensable asbestos material under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (CAR 2012). This means removal must be carried out by a fully HSE-licensed contractor under strictly controlled conditions — it cannot legally be removed by an unlicensed contractor or the homeowner themselves.
As experienced licensed asbestos removal contractors operating across Staffordshire, we ensured the client had a clear understanding of the legal requirements, safety procedures and programme of works before any removal commenced.
Fully Controlled Licensed AIB Removal
Given the presence of AIB, the project required a full licensed removal setup in compliance with CAR 2012 and HSE guidance document HSG247. This included:
- Purpose-built enclosure construction around all work areas
- Air-lock and bag-lock entry and exit systems
- Negative pressure units (NPUs) to prevent fibre escape
- Controlled wet removal techniques to suppress fibre release
- Type H vacuum equipment for residual debris clearance
- Licensed hazardous waste disposal with EA consignment notes
- Independent four-stage clearance testing on completion
The enclosure systems shown in the project images provided total containment during the removal process, protecting both the property occupants and neighbouring properties from airborne fibre exposure.
Air Monitoring and Clearance Certification
Following completion of the removal works and thorough decontamination of the enclosure, a mandatory four-stage clearance procedure was carried out:
- Thorough visual inspection of the enclosure by independent analysts
- Reassurance air monitoring with samples sent to a UKAS-accredited laboratory
- Confirmation that fibre levels were within legal limits for reoccupation
- Issuance of a Certificate of Reoccupation
The Certificate of Reoccupation confirms the affected areas are safe, compliant and ready for the renovation programme to continue. All waste consignment notes and removal documentation were provided to the client on completion.
Supporting Renovation Projects Across Staffordshire
AIB Solutions regularly support homeowners across Moddershall, Stoke-on-Trent and the wider Staffordshire area with specialist domestic asbestos removal services. Addressing asbestos before renovation works begin prevents:
- Unexpected project delays and programme disruption
- Remediation costs if contamination occurs
- Health risks to occupants, builders and neighbours
- Regulatory breaches and potential enforcement action
By engaging AIB Solutions at the survey stage, this Moddershall homeowner was able to plan and programme the removal works efficiently, with no delays to their renovation timeline.
Need AIB Removal in Staffordshire?
If an asbestos survey has identified AIB in your property, or if you're planning renovation works on a pre-2000 building, contact AIB Solutions for a free consultation and fixed-price quote.