Asbestos Surveys & Testing
Surrey, London & South East
UKAS-accredited asbestos surveys, bulk sampling, air testing, and management plans for homes and businesses. Know exactly what you are dealing with before any work begins.
Know Your Asbestos Risk Before You Act
An asbestos survey is the essential first step before any refurbishment, demolition, or property purchase involving a pre-1999 building. Under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, duty holders of non-domestic premises have a legal obligation to manage asbestos — which begins with knowing where it is and what condition it is in.
Pro Asbestos Removal provides UKAS-accredited surveys, bulk sampling, and air testing across Surrey, London, and the South East. Our qualified surveyors produce clear, actionable written reports that meet HSE requirements and support informed decision-making.
Not sure which survey you need? Read our guide on whether you need an asbestos survey or our overview of UK asbestos regulations.
Asbestos Surveys
Management, refurbishment, demolition, and pre-purchase surveys for all property types.
Asbestos Management Survey
The standard survey for occupied buildings. Identifies all reasonably accessible asbestos-containing materials and assesses their condition to support an asbestos management plan.
Asbestos Refurbishment Survey
Fully intrusive survey required before any refurbishment works that will disturb the fabric of a pre-2000 building. Accesses concealed voids, ceiling spaces, and floor cavities within the scope of works.
Asbestos Demolition Survey
Comprehensive, fully intrusive survey covering the entire structure before demolition. Required under CAR 2012 and CDM 2015. Includes a demolition specification and pre-construction information pack.
Asbestos Pre-Purchase Survey
Commissioned before buying a property to identify asbestos risks and inform purchase decisions. Provides a clear picture of asbestos liabilities before contracts are exchanged.
Pre-Acquisition Asbestos Survey
Commercial due diligence survey for property buyers, solicitors, and investors. Identifies all ACMs, quantifies removal costs, and provides a report structured for solicitors and commercial investors before exchange.
Estate Agent Asbestos Surveys
Fast-turnaround asbestos surveys for estate agents and property professionals. Helps protect vendors, buyers, and agents from asbestos-related liabilities during property transactions.
Asbestos Surveys Overview
A comprehensive overview of all asbestos survey types, when each is required, what the process involves, and how to choose the right survey for your property.
Testing & Air Monitoring
UKAS-accredited bulk sampling, post-removal air clearance testing, and ongoing monitoring programmes.
Asbestos Testing & Sampling
UKAS-accredited bulk sampling and laboratory analysis to confirm whether a material contains asbestos. Results typically returned within 3–5 working days.
Air Testing & Clearance
Post-removal air testing to confirm that airborne asbestos fibre concentrations are below the clearance indicator level. Required before a licensed enclosure is handed back.
Long-Term Asbestos Monitoring
Ongoing air monitoring programmes for commercial properties with in-situ asbestos. Provides evidence of compliance with the duty to manage and early warning of deterioration.
Management Plans & Consultancy
Legally compliant asbestos management plans and independent consultancy for duty holders and contractors.
Asbestos Management Plans
Legally required for all non-domestic premises containing asbestos. We prepare a written management plan that records the location, condition, and management actions for all ACMs.
Asbestos Consultancy
Independent asbestos consultancy for duty holders, developers, and contractors. Advice on compliance, risk assessment, procurement, and contractor management.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a management survey and a demolition survey?
A management survey is a standard, non-intrusive survey for occupied buildings. It locates reasonably accessible ACMs and assesses their condition. A demolition or refurbishment survey is more intrusive — it is required before any refurbishment or demolition work and must locate all ACMs in the areas to be disturbed, including those in inaccessible locations such as floor voids and ceiling spaces.
Is an asbestos survey a legal requirement?
For non-domestic premises, duty holders have a legal obligation under Regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 to manage asbestos, which typically requires a management survey. A refurbishment or demolition survey is legally required before any work that could disturb asbestos. For domestic properties, surveys are not legally required but are strongly recommended before purchase or renovation.
How long does an asbestos survey take?
A management survey for a typical commercial property takes two to four hours. A refurbishment or demolition survey may take longer depending on the size and complexity of the building. We provide a written report, usually within five working days of the survey.
Do I need air testing after asbestos removal?
Yes. After licensed asbestos removal, a four-stage clearance procedure is required, which includes a final air test using UKAS-accredited methods. The enclosure cannot be handed back until the air test confirms fibre concentrations are below the clearance indicator level.
Useful Guides
Do I Need a Survey?
When a survey is legally required and what to expect.
Read guide →UK Asbestos Regulations
CAR 2012, HSE licensing, and duty-holder obligations.
Read guide →Asbestos Sampling Guide
How sampling works and how to interpret results.
Read guide →What Is Asbestos?
Types, risks, and where it is found in UK properties.
Read guide →Book an Asbestos Survey Today
Fast response across Surrey and London. Written reports within 5 working days. Free, no-obligation quotes.