Frequently Asked
Questions

Any property built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. It was widely used in ceiling textures (Artex), floor tiles, insulation boards, garage roofs, soffits, and pipe lagging. You cannot identify asbestos by sight alone — the only way to confirm is laboratory analysis of a sample, which is exactly what our surveys provide.

Asbestos in good condition that is left undisturbed presents a low risk. The danger comes when materials are damaged, drilled, sanded, or broken during DIY or building work, releasing microscopic fibres into the air. If you suspect asbestos, do not disturb it — get it surveyed before any work begins.

Stop work immediately, leave the area, close the door, and avoid spreading dust on clothes or shoes. Do not vacuum or sweep — this spreads fibres further. Call our 24/7 emergency line on 0161 524 3018 and we will advise you on the next steps and arrange urgent testing.

A management survey locates asbestos that could be disturbed during normal occupation — it’s the standard survey for homeowners and landlords. A refurbishment & demolition survey is more intrusive and is legally required before any building work, as it locates asbestos hidden within the structure that work could disturb.

Most domestic surveys take 1–3 hours depending on the size of the property. Samples are sent to a UKAS-accredited laboratory and you’ll typically receive your full written report within 2–3 working days. Fast-track reporting is available on request.

If you manage a non-domestic property or communal areas of flats, the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 places a legal duty on you to manage asbestos. For homeowners, a refurbishment survey is legally required before major building or demolition work on pre-2000 properties. Tradespeople can refuse to work without one.

We strongly advise against it. Some lower-risk materials can legally be removed by householders, but without correct equipment, containment, and disposal you risk contaminating your home and exposing your family. Higher-risk materials such as insulation board and lagging must, by law, be removed by an HSE-licensed contractor like us.

Our licensed crew seals the work area with full containment, removes the material under controlled conditions using specialist equipment, and double-bags all waste for disposal at a licensed facility. Where required, independent air testing confirms the area is safe before we hand it back, and you receive full certification.

All asbestos waste is double-bagged, sealed, and transported under consignment notes to a licensed hazardous-waste facility. You receive copies of the documentation for your records — proof that your waste was disposed of legally and traceably.

Every quote is fixed-price with no hidden costs. Survey pricing depends on property size and the number of samples; removal pricing depends on the material, location, and access. Call us or book online and we’ll give you a clear, written quote before any work begins.

Same-week surveys are available across England, Scotland, and Wales, and we operate a 24/7 emergency response line for urgent disturbance incidents. Book online or call 0161 524 3018.

Yes. We are an HSE-licensed asbestos contractor, our laboratory analysis is UKAS-accredited, and we carry full public and employer’s liability insurance. Certificates are available on request with every quote.