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Asbestos Survey in Barford
Asbestos survey for properties in Barford and Surrey: asbestos surveys for homes, landlords and businesses, with written paperwork.
- Contractors’ requests for an asbestos report
- Rented homes between tenancies
- Community buildings and halls
Asbestos survey for Barford
Asbestos survey in Barford
An asbestos survey finds out whether a building contains asbestos, where it is, how much there is and what condition it’s in. In Barford, we carry out management surveys, refurbishment and demolition surveys and pre-purchase surveys, and samples go to an accredited laboratory for analysis. Whether it’s common parts of flats and HMOs and shops, offices and industrial units, we deal with boiler cupboard panels, floor tiles and flues.
Around a village like Barford, a survey may need to cover a farmhouse, its extensions and several outbuildings. We only recommend work that is needed, and we will say when the right answer is to leave something alone.
- Location
- Barford (GU10, GU26)
- County
- Surrey
- What we do
- Asbestos surveys with lab-analysed samples
- Paperwork
- Survey report and lab results
- Quotes
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Duty holders and landlords in Barford
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.
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, while the property is empty.
FAQs for Barford
Do you work on properties in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. The asbestos rules are the same in protected landscapes, though access to rural buildings may need planning.
Do you come out to small villages like Barford?
We do: small villages are covered too. Just tell us how to reach the property.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Avoid sweeping, vacuuming or dusting, then contact a professional.
Is a survey needed before building work in Barford?
Yes, for the areas being worked on: HSE’s guidance calls for a refurbishment and demolition survey before the work starts.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to give us access to the areas involved.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Often we can quote from clear photos and a description; otherwise we’ll arrange a visit.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
Keep people away from damaged material and do not clean it up yourself. Then contact us for advice.
Does a survey leave holes?
Only minimally for a management survey: sample points are small and sealed. A refurbishment survey is intrusive, which is why the rooms must be empty.
Nearby places to Barford
Asbestos surveys in Barford: local notes
Barford is about 4 miles east of Bordon, in Surrey. Homes, landlords and businesses in Barford contact us for surveys about all kinds of jobs. We cover 395 places across Surrey. We work right across the region, from Barford to Guildford (about 12 miles away).
Planning work on an older building in Barford, whether near St John the Evangelist or elsewhere? A refurbishment and demolition survey of the areas affected should come first. Non-domestic buildings, St John's CofE Aided Infant School among them, come under the duty to manage asbestos; we survey non-domestic buildings by arrangement with the duty holder. Parts of the Surrey Hills National Landscape are within about 3 miles of Barford, and rural properties there often have outbuildings worth including in a survey.
We cover surveys across GU10 and GU26 and the streets around it. We can help with surveys on streets such as Churt Road, Kitts Lane and Hammer Lane or the roads around them, wherever it is in Barford. Neighbouring places we cover include Whitmoor Vale (1 mile south-east), Churt (1 mile north), Green Cross (1 mile north-east), Beacon Hill (1 mile east) and Crosswater (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Guildford (12 miles north-east), Camberley (14 miles north), Farnham (6 miles north), Frimley (13 miles north), Haslemere (4 miles south-east) and Cranleigh (13 miles east).
A little further out are Chase Community Hospital (3.8 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Gibbet Hill and Upper Lake.
- Local pubs include Crossways Inn (0.6 miles north)
What it costs
What changes the cost:
- The survey scope
- How many outbuildings are included
- How much there is
- How big the building is
There is no one-size price, as every job differs. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Photos that help
For a quick quote, include:
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- Where we could park
- How we’d reach it
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Then use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Limits to be aware of
So you know what to expect:
- A survey identifies asbestos; it doesn’t remove it, though we can quote for that too
- A management survey does not open up walls, floors or ceilings, so it is not enough before refurbishment
- The rooms in a refurbishment survey need to be cleared, so plan it around the building’s use
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Materials in Barford
- Water tanks and flues
- Garage and shed roofs
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Boiler cupboards and panels
- Artex and textured coatings
- Pipe lagging
- Ceiling tiles
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Cement sheets and cladding
Which option is right?
A low price can mean a narrow scope. Check how many samples are included, which areas are covered and what the report contains, so you are comparing like with like. Identifying asbestos early is cheaper than stopping work later, when the whole project can be held up.
Why people choose us
- Covering London and the South East
- Clear notes on any areas not reached
- Reports and results you can share
- Condition assessed for every material
Take a look at how we quote and published price ranges.
A closer look at the materials
Asbestos cement
Cement roofs, flues, gutters and tanks are among the most common finds. The fibres are bound in cement, and breaking or cutting it releases them.
Textured coatings
We sample textured coatings in the rooms in scope, so you know before plastering or rewiring.
What happens
Samples are bagged, labelled and logged against their location, then sent to an accredited laboratory. Unexpected finds are discussed with you first before carrying on.
- Send us the address and what you need the survey for
- We recommend the right type of survey
- On the agreed day, the surveyor inspects, photographs and samples
- Samples go to the laboratory
- You receive a clear written report with recommendations
Getting ready
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need? Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form and describe the problem, and we will advise.
Related guides
Doing it yourself?
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: leave the area, don’t clean it up, and ask for advice.
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Why people call us in Barford
Until the 1999 ban, asbestos went into hundreds of building products. So buildings across Surrey can contain it in roofs, soffits, ceilings, floors and boiler cupboards.
Buildings from before 2000 can hide asbestos in many places. Common situations include:
- Rented homes due for maintenance
- Buying a property built before 2000
- Schools, halls and community buildings
- Refurbishment, rewiring and new kitchens or bathrooms
If you’re a landlord near Haslemere station, share asbestos information with trades before work.
Before booking anyone
- Whether VAT is included
- What exactly is included: the areas, materials or samples
- That the survey follows HSE’s guide HSG264
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site