Asbestos Testing and Samples

We use different sampling methods to test for asbestos in your materials, depending on the specific circumstances. There are two tests:

Air Testing

Our air testing services involve collecting air samples from your property and laboratory analysis to determine the concentration of asbestos fibres present in the air. The results help us determine the level of asbestos exposure and any risk it poses to your health.

Material Testing

Our material testing services involve collecting a small sample of materials likely to contain asbestos, which we then take to our laboratory for analysis. The testing provides a definitive answer on whether the materials contain asbestos, and if so, which type of asbestos.

Asbestos Information

If you suspect that your building materials may contain asbestos, it's essential to take precautions to avoid putting yourself and others at risk. Here are some important facts you should know about asbestos:

• Asbestos materials were only banned from use in the UK in 1999, so any property built before then may contain asbestos.
• It's difficult to identify asbestos by visual appearance alone, and laboratory testing is the only way to confirm its presence.
• Asbestos materials that are in good condition and undisturbed pose no significant risk to health.
• The dangerous effects of asbestos exposure may take up to 40 years to manifest, and their symptoms can be similar to other respiratory illnesses.