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Asbestos Surveys in Acton, Greater London
Asbestos survey in Acton: surveys that find, sample and record asbestos, for homes, rented property and workplaces. Done to HSE guidance, with paperwork for your records.
- Demolition projects
- Contractors’ requests for an asbestos report
- Refurbishment, rewiring and new kitchens or bathrooms
Need an asbestos survey in Acton?
Surveying buildings in Acton
Acton is about 3 miles west of Kensington, in Greater London. In Acton, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses. Acton is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 7 miles away.
Planning work on an older building in Acton, whether near Dominion Cinema or elsewhere? Get the work areas surveyed before anything is opened up. A school such as Derwentwater Primary School counts as non-domestic premises, where the law requires asbestos to be managed; we survey non-domestic buildings by arrangement with the duty holder.
For surveys in W3, W4, NW10 and W12, just send the postcode and a few photos. Local streets include High Street, Church Road and Woodhurst Road; we cover every one. With the B490 and A4000 close by, Acton is easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places we cover include Acton Vale (1 mile east), Acton Green (1 mile south), Bedford Park (1 mile south), Hanger Hill (1 mile north-west) and South Acton (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover London (7 miles east), City of Westminster (5 miles east), Marylebone (5 miles east), Kensington (3 miles east), St Pancras (6 miles east) and Shoreditch (8 miles east).
As a London location, Acton is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Well-known places in the area include Westfield London (2 miles east) and Queen Charlotte's and Chelsea Hospital (1.3 miles east). Open spaces near Acton include Castlebar Hill and Hanger Hill Wood.
- Schools near Acton include Leap Service - the National Autistics Society (less than half a mile south-west) and Ark Soane Academy (0.5 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Windmill pub (within half a mile south)
- Other local spots include Municipal Borough of Acton (less than half a mile south) and Library for Iranian Studies (within half a mile south-west)
About our asbestos survey in Acton
If you are buying a home or building in Acton from before 2000, a pre-purchase survey shows what asbestos is present, and its condition, before you commit, which helps you plan and budget for any work. Whether it’s shared halls, stairs and plant rooms and checks on rental property, we cover textured ceilings, pipe lagging and floor tiles and more.
For London properties like those in Acton, the scope matters most: the whole block, a single flat or only the work areas. Paperwork is part of every job, which is useful when you sell, let or build.
- Location
- Acton (W3, W4, NW10, W12)
- Region
- Greater London
- What we do
- Surveys for homes, landlords and businesses
- Paperwork
- Survey report and lab results
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Afterwards
After the survey you get a written report: what was found, where, the laboratory results, the condition of each material and our recommendations.
Once we’re done:
- Let us know about locked rooms or unsafe areas
- Describe the work you’re planning, so the survey covers the right areas
- Survey first, then book the trades
- Have any old surveys or plans ready
Don’ts
Plan the survey early, before booking builders, so the results can shape your plans and your budget.
Be clear about the work you are planning, so nothing in the work area is left out of scope.
Materials we deal with
Asbestos cement
Garage roofs, sheds and flues made from asbestos cement are common in surveys of older homes. Its condition matters as much as its presence.
Floor tiles and adhesive
Vinyl and thermoplastic floor tiles and black bitumen adhesive can contain asbestos. They’re often hidden under newer flooring.
Which option is right?
A low price can mean a narrow scope. Compare the areas covered, the sampling and the report, not just the price, so you are comparing like with like. Dealing with asbestos before building work is generally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
What you get
- Across London and the South East
- Condition ratings, not just a list
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Practical recommendations
See our prices page or our cost guide.
What we deal with in Acton
Asbestos was used in British buildings for much of the 20th century, until it was fully banned in 1999. That is why so many buildings in Greater London can contain it, from garage roofs and soffits to textured ceilings and floor tiles.
People usually contact us about one of these:
- Workplaces built before 2000
- Contractors’ requests for an asbestos report
- The communal parts of blocks of flats
- Rented homes between tenancies
If you’re a landlord near Acton Central station, asbestos information should be ready for contractors before maintenance.
Comparing quotes
- VAT, clearly stated
- The survey type, as defined in HSG264
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
What it costs
What changes the cost:
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- The number of materials to sample
- The building’s size and layout
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
The cost of an asbestos survey depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. We quote each job individually.
Photos that help
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- An idea of size
- Damaged areas
- A close-up from a safe distance
- The parking area
Include any existing survey or test when you use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
For landlords, agents and businesses
The duty to manage applies to non-domestic premises and common parts, not to single private homes, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Acton must manage asbestos under regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
How it works
For a management survey, we look into cupboards, voids and lofts that are reasonably accessible and take small samples. Sample points are sealed afterwards. While we work, the area stays out of bounds, so arrange for pets and children to be elsewhere.
- Describe the property and the reason for the survey
- You get a written quote for the agreed scope
- The surveyor inspects and takes samples
- The samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- We send the report and explain the findings
Preparing for the visit
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Mention any parking restrictions
Get a quote
For a quote, fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Related guides
Towns and villages near Acton
DIY and asbestos
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, as well as an asbestos risk, so stay off it.
Asbestos waste can’t go in household bins, recycling or skips. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
Common questions in Acton
Do you survey schools and community buildings around Acton?
Yes, by arrangement with the duty holder. The duty holder should hold an asbestos register.
Is asbestos common in Acton homes?
That depends on when it was built and altered: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Acton may have it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do landlords need an asbestos survey?
Duty holders for non-domestic buildings and the common parts of flats usually do. Homeowners and landlords use them as well.
Could my home contain asbestos?
Any building built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Do I need an asbestos survey before renovating?
HSE’s guidance is that a refurbishment and demolition survey is needed before refurbishment or demolition work, for the areas affected.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
That depends on the job: a survey report, a laboratory result, or a consignment note for removed waste.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
Never: it’s hazardous waste. When we remove it, it’s taken to a permitted site with a consignment note.
Do you work on commercial premises?
Yes: shops, offices, industrial units and community buildings as well as homes. The duty holder should be able to share the asbestos register.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note