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Asbestos Surveys in Barnes, Greater London
Found something that might be asbestos in Barnes? We provide management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase asbestos surveys, explained in plain English.
- Pre-purchase checks on older properties
- Contractors’ requests for an asbestos report
- Shops, offices and industrial units
Asbestos survey near Barnes
Surveys around Barnes
Barnes is about 2 miles west of Fulham, in Greater London. Anywhere in Barnes, just send the postcode. Barnes is one of 764 places in Greater London where we work. Our area stretches from Barnes to London (7 miles away).
For rented homes close to Barnes Bridge station, asbestos information should be ready for contractors before maintenance. Halls and leisure centres near Barnes fall into the non-domestic category, so the duty to manage applies.
For surveys in SW13, SW15 and SW14, just send the postcode and a few photos. Streets in the area include Church Road, Station Road and Barnes High Street, and an asbestos survey is available on all of them. With the A306 and B349 close by, Barnes is easy for us to reach. For properties just outside Barnes, we cover Old Chiswick (1 mile north), Turnham Green (1 mile north-west), Mortlake (1 mile south-west), East Sheen (1 mile south-west) and Putney (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include London (7 miles east), City of Westminster (5 miles north-east), Marylebone (5 miles north-east), Kensington (3 miles north-east), St Pancras (7 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (8 miles north-east).
Barnes is in London, inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, where parking and loading can be restricted: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Other landmarks nearby include Putney Exchange (1.4 miles south-east) and Municipal Borough of Acton (2.5 miles north-west). Open spaces near Barnes include Richmond Hill and Kew Gardens Lake.
- Schools near Barnes include The Harrodian School (0.6 miles north) and Chiswick School (0.9 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find Sun Inn (within half a mile west)
- Other local spots include Polish Library POSK in London (1.4 miles north)
Asbestos survey in Barnes
We survey houses, flats, commercial buildings and outbuildings across Barnes. Whatever the building, the report sets out what was found, where, the laboratory results and what we recommend. People often contact us about buying a property built before 2000 and schools, halls and community buildings, including pipe lagging, floor tiles and boiler cupboard panels.
Before work on a flat or house in Barnes, the usual question is how far the survey needs to go: the whole block, a single flat or only the work areas. We only recommend work that’s needed.
- Area
- Barnes (SW13, SW15, SW14)
- County
- Greater London
- Covers
- Management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase surveys
- Afterwards
- A written report with lab results
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Step by step
Our surveyor inspects each area in scope and samples suspect materials, wetting and sealing each sample point to keep dust down. Unexpected finds are discussed with you first.
- Describe the property, its age and the work you have in mind
- We agree the survey type and scope, and send a quote
- We inspect and sample the areas in scope
- An accredited laboratory analyses the samples
- We send the report and explain the findings
Preparing for the visit
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Tell us about parking and access
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
Ask for a quote
Photos from a safe distance help: do not touch the material, just send them through our quote form.
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What it might be made of
Textured coatings
Older textured ceilings can contain asbestos. Left alone they’re low risk; sanding or dry scraping is the problem.
Insulating board
Asbestos insulating board was used for panels, partitions, soffits, ceiling tiles and around heaters. Most work on insulating board is licensed, so identifying it matters.
Common reasons for surveys in Barnes
Until the 1999 ban, asbestos went into hundreds of building products. That is why so many buildings in Greater London can contain it, from garage roofs and soffits to textured ceilings and floor tiles.
Get advice if you’re dealing with any of these:
- Managing asbestos in workplaces and non-domestic premises
- Demolition of garages, extensions and buildings
- Schools, halls and community buildings
- Checks on rental property
If you have an older property in Barnes, near Barnes Methodist Church or anywhere else, the rooms being worked on need surveying before the builders arrive.
Questions to ask before you book
- Which areas are covered, and which aren’t
- The survey type, as defined in HSG264
- If the price includes VAT
- Which areas and materials are covered
Limits to be aware of
Worth knowing before booking:
- The rooms in a refurbishment survey need to be cleared, so timing needs planning
- Areas we cannot safely reach are listed in the report, and must be treated as containing asbestos until checked
- The report describes the building when surveyed; condition can change, so recheck it
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise.
Materials we see
- Ceiling tiles
- Garage and shed roofs
- Artex and textured coatings
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Cement sheets and cladding
- Boiler cupboards and panels
- Pipe lagging
- Water tanks and flues
- Roofing felt and bitumen
Looking after things afterwards
If there are areas we couldn’t reach, the report lists them clearly, so they’re treated as if they contain asbestos until checked.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Ask for the report in a format you can share with contractors
- Keep children and pets away from the areas being surveyed
- Survey first, then book the trades
- Clear access to lofts, garages, cupboards and outbuildings
Things not to do
Be clear about the work you are planning, so nothing in the work area is left out of scope.
Plan the survey early, before booking builders, so the results can shape your plans and your budget.
Common questions in Barnes
Do you survey schools and community buildings around Barnes?
Yes, by arrangement with the duty holder. Non-domestic buildings should have an asbestos register and management plan.
Is asbestos common in Barnes homes?
Any home in Barnes built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos, but you cannot tell by looking. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Does weather affect the work?
Indoor work is not affected. Outdoor roof work can be delayed by strong wind or heavy rain.
Can you help with a flat?
Yes. For the shared areas of a block, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
No: skips and household bins cannot take asbestos. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
Is a homebuyer survey the same as an asbestos survey?
Not really: homebuyer reports may mention possible asbestos without testing anything. A pre-purchase asbestos survey does.
Can you survey offices and warehouses?
Yes: offices, shops, warehouses, industrial units, schools and halls as well as homes. Tell us the size and use of the building.
Does someone need to be there?
We need access to every area involved in the job, and it helps if you’re around to answer questions.
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Should you do it yourself?
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials, so avoid them completely.
A professional job comes with paperwork: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
Choosing the right option
A low price can mean a narrow scope. Check how many samples are included, which areas are covered and what the report contains, before deciding. We do not publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Why choose us
- Practical recommendations
- Accredited laboratory results
- Clear advice on your options
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
See how we quote or the cost guide.
How we price an asbestos survey
Our quotes take into account:
- The type of survey you need
- Location, parking and any London charges
- Access to the area
- The quantity or area
Our quotes are clear about VAT.
Helping us quote
Helpful photos:
- A clear close-up
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- Where we could park
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749, and we’ll advise.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site