Before we dive into why you should choose us for your asbestos testing needs, let's define some terms related to asbestos:

• Asbestos: a naturally occurring mineral that has strong and durable fibres, which made it a popular building material in the 20th century, especially for insulation, roofing, and flooring.
• Testing: the process of collecting and analysing samples of suspected asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) to determine their type and amount of asbestos content.
• Survey: a comprehensive inspection of a building or site to identify and assess the risks of ACMs, including their condition, location, accessibility, and potential for disturbance.

Asbestos testing is crucial for any property owner or occupant who wants to know whether there is asbestos present in their building, and if so, how much of it and in what form. It is not advisable to try to identify asbestos by yourself, as it can be difficult to distinguish from other materials and may require specialised tools and techniques. Moreover, disturbing asbestos without proper precautions can be hazardous to your health and those around you, as it can release airborne fibres that can linger for weeks and cause long-term damage to your lungs.

Fortunately, asbestos testing is a relatively simple and affordable process, especially when you work with Affordable Asbestos Removal Sussex. We can either come to your property and collect samples of suspected ACMs or guide you through a self-sampling kit that we will send to you. Once we get the samples, we will analyse them in our UKAS accredited laboratory and provide you with a detailed report that includes the type and amount of asbestos, the location and condition of the sampled materials, and our recommendations for management and removal.

Asbestos survey, on the other hand, is a more comprehensive and detailed inspection that aims to identify all potential ACMs in your building or site and assess their risks. There are three types of asbestos survey:

• Management survey: a routine check to identify any ACMs that may be disturbed during normal occupancy or maintenance.
• Refurbishment/demolition survey: a thorough survey that aims to identify all ACMs within a building or site that may be affected by major renovation or demolition works.
• Pre-purchase survey: a survey that aims to identify any ACMs in a property before you buy or sell it, to avoid any potential liability.

Affordable Asbestos Removal Sussex provides all types of asbestos survey, and we can advise you on which one is suitable for your specific needs and circumstances. Our surveyors will conduct a visual inspection of your property and take samples of suspected ACMs, if necessary, and then produce a detailed report that includes the location, type, amount, and condition of all ACMs and our recommendations for management and removal.