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Professional Asbestos Surveys
Comprehensive asbestos surveys for legal compliance, property transactions, and safe refurbishment. All work carried out by fully qualified HSE-licensed surveyors.
Why You Need a Professional Asbestos Survey
Legal requirement for pre-2000 properties and essential for safe refurbishment or demolition work
Legal Compliance
Meet your duties under Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. Essential for landlords, employers, and duty holders.
Property Transactions
Required for property sales, purchases, and mortgage applications. Protects buyers and sellers legally.
Health Protection
Identify hidden asbestos before work begins. Prevent dangerous fibre release and protect workers and occupants.
Legal Requirement
Under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, duty holders must identify and manage asbestos in non-domestic premises. Landlords and employers must arrange asbestos surveys and maintain asbestos registers.
Asbestos Survey Services & Pricing
HSE-licensed surveys with UKAS-accredited laboratory analysis - transparent pricing, no hidden costs
Management Survey
Standard asbestos survey to locate and assess ACMs that could be damaged or disturbed during normal occupancy
What's Included:
- Visual inspection of accessible areas
- Sample collection and UKAS analysis
- Photo documentation
- Asbestos register and risk assessment
- Management recommendations
Refurbishment & Demolition Survey
Intrusive survey required before refurbishment or demolition work to locate ALL asbestos materials
What's Included:
- Fully intrusive inspection
- Access to voids, above ceilings, etc.
- UKAS-accredited laboratory analysis
- Comprehensive asbestos register
- Detailed removal recommendations
Bulk Sampling & Analysis
Direct sampling of suspected asbestos materials for UKAS-accredited laboratory identification
What's Included:
- Safe sample collection
- UKAS lab analysis (PLM/SEM)
- Asbestos type identification
- Material risk classification
- Certificate of analysis
Re-inspection Survey
Periodic re-inspection of known ACMs to monitor condition and update management plans
What's Included:
- Condition assessment of ACMs
- Updated risk assessment
- Material condition scoring
- Revised management plan
- 12-month re-inspection schedule
Emergency Surveys Available
Need an urgent asbestos survey? We offer same-day and next-day emergency surveys across the UK for urgent refurbishment or safety concerns. Contact us for emergency pricing.
Our Professional Survey Process
Systematic HSE-approved methodology ensuring comprehensive identification and assessment
Desktop Study
Review building plans, construction date, and previous asbestos records to target likely ACM locations.
Site Inspection
HSE-licensed surveyor systematically inspects property, identifying suspected asbestos-containing materials.
Sample Collection
Safe sampling of suspected materials using approved techniques to minimize fibre release.
UKAS Laboratory Analysis
Samples analyzed by UKAS-accredited lab using polarized light microscopy (PLM) or scanning electron microscopy (SEM).
Risk Assessment
Material assessment scoring based on type, condition, location, and likelihood of disturbance.
Report & Register
Comprehensive report with asbestos register, risk assessments, photos, and management recommendations.
When Do You Need an Asbestos Survey?
Property Management:
- Commercial property duty holder compliance
- Landlord legal obligations (CAR 2012)
- Property built or refurbished before 2000
- Routine re-inspections (annual/bi-annual)
Building Work:
- Before refurbishment or renovation work
- Prior to demolition projects
- Property purchase due diligence
- Post-removal verification surveys
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an asbestos survey cost?
Management surveys start from £300 for residential properties and £500+ for commercial buildings. Refurbishment & demolition surveys start from £500 depending on property size and complexity. All surveys include UKAS-accredited laboratory analysis and comprehensive reports.
How long does an asbestos survey take?
Management surveys typically take 2-4 hours on-site. Refurbishment surveys can take 4-8 hours depending on building size. Laboratory analysis takes 3-5 working days. Full reports are usually delivered within 5-7 working days of the site visit.
Do I need an asbestos survey for a residential property?
While not legally required for owner-occupied homes, surveys are strongly recommended before any refurbishment work in pre-2000 properties. Surveys ARE legally required for rental properties (landlord's duty) and essential for property sales/purchases for legal protection.
Are your surveyors properly qualified?
Yes, all our surveyors hold BOHS P402 (Building Surveys) and P403 (Bulk Sampling) qualifications as a minimum. They are registered with HSE-licensed asbestos survey companies and have professional indemnity insurance. All samples are analyzed by UKAS-accredited laboratories.
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