Our Asbestos Survey Services

Affordable Asbestos Removal Sussex offers a range of asbestos survey services, designed to meet the different needs of our clients. Whether you are planning a refurbishment or demolition project or simply want peace of mind about asbestos risks in your building, we have a survey type that is right for you.

Management Asbestos Survey

A management asbestos survey is the most common type of asbestos survey and is required for all non-domestic buildings. This survey is designed to identify asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in a building that could be disturbed during normal occupancy and routine maintenance.

Our management asbestos survey includes a comprehensive visual inspection of your building, including all accessible areas such as ceilings, walls, floors, and service ducts. We take samples of any suspected ACMs, which are then analyzed by a qualified laboratory. We compile all findings into a detailed report, including an asbestos register and risk assessment, and provide recommendations for managing any identified risks.

Refurbishment and Demolition Asbestos Survey

A refurbishment and demolition asbestos survey is required before any refurbishment or demolition work takes place on a building, as these activities are likely to disturb any ACMs in the building. This survey is more intrusive than a management asbestos survey and may involve destructive techniques to access hidden areas.

Our refurbishment and demolition asbestos survey includes a complete inspection of the areas affected by the planned works, as well as any areas adjacent to them. We sample all accessible ACMs and provide detailed recommendations for the safe removal or management of ACMs found. We also provide a written report that includes an asbestos register and risk assessment, as well as a plan for ongoing monitoring and management.

Why Do You Need an Asbestos Survey?

Asbestos was a popular building material in the UK until the 1980s, when its negative health effects became widely known. It is estimated that up to 1.5 million commercial, industrial, and public buildings in the UK still contain asbestos, which can pose significant health risks if not properly managed or removed.

Asbestos fibers are small and easily inhaled, and long-term exposure can lead to serious health conditions such as lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Asbestos materials that are in good condition and undisturbed do not pose a significant health risk, but any work that disturbs these materials can release fibers into the air and create a danger to anyone in the vicinity.

An asbestos survey is the first step in identifying and managing asbestos risks in a building. By identifying the location and condition of any ACMs, property owners and managers can make informed decisions about how to manage or remove asbestos safely and protect occupants from harm.