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Asbestos Survey in Barnehurst
Asbestos survey in Barnehurst and across Greater London: asbestos surveys for homes, landlords and businesses, with written paperwork.
- Shared halls, stairs and plant rooms
- Demolition and strip-out
- Pre-purchase checks on older properties
Asbestos help in Barnehurst
What we do and do not cover
So you know what to expect:
- Inaccessible areas are recorded, and should be presumed to contain asbestos
- A management survey is only minimally intrusive, so it is not enough before refurbishment
- The survey tells you what’s there; removal is a separate job, though we can quote for that too
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal.
What we deal with
- Pipe lagging
- Ceiling tiles
- Garage and shed roofs
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Artex and textured coatings
- Boiler cupboards and panels
- Water tanks and flues
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Cement sheets and cladding
Asbestos survey for Barnehurst properties
Not every older building in Barnehurst contains asbestos, and not all asbestos needs removing. A survey tells you which situation you are in, so you can plan sensibly. From buying a property built before 2000 and the communal parts of blocks of flats, we deal with soffits, floor tiles and water tanks.
Before work on a flat or house in Barnehurst, the usual question is how far the survey needs to go: a whole building, one flat, or just the rooms being refitted. We explain what we find in plain English, including when leaving a material alone is the sensible choice.
- Location
- Barnehurst (DA7, DA1, DA8)
- County
- Greater London
- Covers
- Management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase surveys
- Paperwork
- Written survey report
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
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DIY and asbestos
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: leave the area, don’t clean it up, and ask for advice.
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
How it works
If we find something that is damaged and could be releasing fibres, we tell you on the day, so you can keep people away. We begin by confirming exactly what we’re doing, so there is no confusion.
- Describe the property, its age and the work you have in mind
- We agree the type of survey and the areas it covers, and send a quote
- Our surveyor inspects and takes small samples of suspect materials
- Samples go to an accredited laboratory for analysis
- The report comes to you, and we explain anything that isn’t clear
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about parking and access
- Find any old asbestos reports
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
Getting a price
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
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Surveys around Barnehurst
Barnehurst is about 3 miles east of Welling, in Greater London. Anywhere in Barnehurst, just send the postcode. Barnehurst is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. Our area stretches from Barnehurst to London (about 12 miles away).
Planning work on an older building in Barnehurst, whether near Church of St Paulinus or elsewhere? Get the work areas surveyed before anything is opened up. For a school like Mayplace Primary School, the duty holder must manage asbestos and keep an asbestos register; we survey non-domestic buildings by arrangement with the duty holder.
This part of Greater London takes in DA7, DA1 and DA8. From Old Road, Grove Road and Manor Road or a nearby road, the process is the same. With the A2000 close by, Barnehurst is simple for us to get to. Other places close to Barnehurst we cover include Bexley Riverside (1 mile north), Northumberland Heath (1 mile north), Crayford (1 mile south-east), North End (1 mile east) and Barnes Cray (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also work in London (12 miles west), City of Westminster (14 miles west), Marylebone (14 miles west), St Pancras (13 miles west), Shoreditch (12 miles north-west) and Walthamstow (12 miles north-west).
Barnehurst is in London, inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, where parking and loading can be restricted: tell us about parking, permits and access when you ask for a quote.
Nearby you will also find Bexley Museum (1 mile south) and Erith and District Hospital (1.1 miles north). Open spaces near Barnehurst include Wansunt Pit.
- Schools near Barnehurst include St Catherine's Catholic School (0.7 miles south-west) and St Catherine's Catholic School (0.7 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Red Barn pub (0.5 miles north-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Colyers (0.7 miles north)
Prices and what affects them
The cost depends on:
- How many different materials need sampling
- How easy it is to reach
- What the material is and its state
- Travel and parking
Access makes a big difference to cost, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
Helping us quote
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- Damaged areas
- The parking area
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- Labels, if any
To get a quote, use our quote form or call 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
Which option is right?
A building survey for a purchase is not the same as an asbestos survey. It might mention possible asbestos without testing anything, so a pre-purchase asbestos survey fills that gap. Every quote says whether VAT is included.
Why choose us
- Reports and results you can share
- Domestic and commercial work
- The right survey for your plans
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
See how we quote and the cost guide.
For landlords, agents and businesses
Landlords of single homes do not have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but contractors still need to know about asbestos before they work.
If you manage or own a block in Barnehurst, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors, and condition checked regularly.
Afterwards
After the survey you get a written report: locations, results, condition and recommendations for every material in scope.
Looking after any asbestos that remains:
- Clear access to lofts, garages, cupboards and outbuildings
- Ask for the report in a format you can share with contractors
- Survey first, then book the trades
- Describe the work you’re planning, so the survey covers the right areas
What to avoid
Book the survey before the builders, so there’s time to deal with anything it finds.
Plan the survey early, before booking builders, so the results can shape your plans and your budget.
A closer look at the materials
Textured coatings
Textured coatings such as Artex were used on ceilings and walls, and older ones can contain a small amount of asbestos. They’re low risk left alone, but shouldn’t be sanded or scraped dry.
Roofing felt and bitumen
Felt on flat roofs and outbuildings is sampled where it’s in scope.
Barnehurst questions
Do you cover Barnehurst and the area around Barnehurst station?
Yes, we cover Barnehurst and the area towards Barnehurst station, about 0.5 miles north-west.
Do you survey schools and community buildings around Barnehurst?
Yes, working with whoever is responsible for the building. The duty holder should hold an asbestos register.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Stop, keep people away from the area and don’t sweep or vacuum up debris. Then ask for advice; if you are worried about your health, speak to your GP.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
A survey report, laboratory results or a waste consignment note, depending on the job.
What will I get after the survey?
Every suspect material in the agreed scope: where it is, whether it contains asbestos, its condition, photos and what to do.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
Never: it’s hazardous waste. We take it to a permitted site with paperwork.
Do you give written quotes?
Yes, every quote is in writing and says what’s included.
How do I get a quote?
Just send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, a description and photos.
- 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