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An asbestos survey investigates materials within a defined survey scope. Explain any planned works and existing records so the survey requirements can be discussed.
An asbestos survey helps identify the location and condition of materials that may contain asbestos within an agreed area. The report provides information for managing those materials or planning work safely. Appearance alone cannot confirm asbestos: analysis of a suitable sample is needed to identify its presence. The survey type must match the reason for commissioning it.
A management survey supports normal occupation and foreseeable maintenance. A refurbishment or demolition survey examines the areas affected by planned work and can involve intrusive access. The report should make inspected areas, limitations and findings clear. A management survey must not be treated as permission to disturb concealed materials during construction.
Property owners, dutyholders, managing agents and contractors may require information about asbestos before managing, maintaining or altering a building. Tell us about the building’s age, use and proposed works. A survey for routine occupation has a different purpose from a survey before refurbishment, so the project details matter as much as the address.
Provide existing asbestos reports, floor plans and a clear description of proposed works. Agree access restrictions and occupied areas in advance. Intrusive inspection may require the work area to be vacant and arrangements for making openings safe afterwards. Do not break or disturb suspected material to collect a sample yourself.
The report helps inform an asbestos register, management arrangements or a suitable work plan, depending on the commission. Finding asbestos does not automatically mean every material must be removed; condition, location and the likelihood of disturbance matter. Removal, air monitoring and ongoing management are separate activities that may need specialist input.
Tell us the details relevant to your property.
For routine management, a management survey may be appropriate. Before refurbishment or demolition, the scope must address materials that the planned work could disturb.
No. Surveying identifies and records relevant materials. Any removal or remedial work needs a separately agreed scope and appropriate contractor.
A photograph may help explain the location but cannot confirm whether a material contains asbestos. Suitable sampling and analysis are needed.
The survey type, building size, proposed works, access and sampling requirements affect the quote. Send these details before arranging the visit.
Further reading: HSE: Arrange an asbestos survey.