Brighton and Hove · England
Asbestos Survey in Brighton
Any pre-2000 building in Brighton may contain asbestos. Our asbestos survey service covers surveys that find, sample and record asbestos.
- Planned refurbishment work
- Checks on rental property
- Workplaces built before 2000
Asbestos survey in Brighton
About our asbestos survey in Brighton
We survey houses, flats, commercial buildings and outbuildings across Brighton. Whatever the building, the report sets out what was found, where, the laboratory results and what we recommend. Common materials are soffits, pipe lagging and floor tiles, and people usually contact us about contractors’ requests for an asbestos report and refurbishment, rewiring and new kitchens or bathrooms.
In Brighton, a Victorian terrace can sit next to a 1970s block or a modern estate, so the age and history of each building decide whether a survey is needed. Clear answers come first: is it asbestos, and what should you do about it.
- Where
- Brighton (BN1, BN2, BN3)
- County
- Brighton and Hove
- Covers
- Surveys for homes, landlords and businesses
- Paperwork
- A written report with lab results
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Materials we deal with
Roofing felt and bitumen
Felt on flat roofs and outbuildings is sampled where it’s in scope.
Textured coatings
Older textured ceilings can contain asbestos. Left alone they’re low risk; sanding or dry scraping is the problem.
FAQs for Brighton
Do you cover Brighton and the area around London Road (Brighton) station?
Yes. London Road (Brighton) station is close to the centre of Brighton, and we cover the whole area.
Do older homes in Brighton have asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Brighton may have it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey, arranged with the seller’s permission, shows what asbestos is there before you exchange.
What if my house is newer?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so a home built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
First, keep people away from the damaged material: shut the door if you can and don’t sweep it up. Then get in touch and we’ll advise.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Send the details.
Do you work in Brighton?
Yes, Brighton is in our area. Tell us the postcode and what you need.
Could my home contain asbestos?
Looking won’t tell you. Laboratory analysis of a sample gives the answer, and anything from before 2000 is worth checking.
Typical surveys in Brighton
Materials age: a board or coating that was sound years ago may now be cracked or crumbling, which a survey records.
People usually contact us about one of these:
- Contractors’ requests for an asbestos report
- Common parts of flats and HMOs
- Community buildings and halls
- Demolition projects
For rented homes close to London Road (Brighton) station, share asbestos information with trades before work.
Before booking anyone
- Which areas and materials are covered
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Survey methods in line with HSG264
- The scope, in writing
Towns and villages near Brighton
Also in Brighton
Duty holders and landlords in Brighton
If you are responsible for a non-domestic building or the common parts of flats in Brighton, you have a duty to manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
After we’ve finished in Brighton
The survey ends with a written report: what was found, where, the laboratory results, the condition of each material and our recommendations.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Share any previous surveys or drawings
- Let us know about locked rooms or unsafe areas
- Book the survey before you book builders
- For flats, ask the managing agent for the asbestos register for the common parts
Things not to do
If something has been damaged already, close the area off and let us know, rather than cleaning it up.
Plan the survey early, before you book builders, so the results can shape your plans and your budget.
The scope of an asbestos survey
The usual limits are:
- The survey tells you what’s there; removal is a separate job
- A management survey is only minimally intrusive, so it isn’t enough before refurbishment
- A survey reflects the building on the day; condition can change, so recheck it
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Materials in Brighton
- Boiler cupboards and panels
- Cement sheets and cladding
- Ceiling tiles
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Pipe lagging
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Water tanks and flues
- Garage and shed roofs
- Artex and textured coatings
Surveys around Brighton
Brighton is in Brighton and Hove. We cover Brighton as part of Brighton and Hove, whatever the size of the job. We work in all 30 towns and villages across Brighton and Hove.
Schools such as Fairlight Primary School are non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos and keep a register, and a management survey is generally where that starts. Planning work on an older building in Brighton, whether near St Martin's Church or elsewhere? A refurbishment and demolition survey of the areas affected should come first. Parts of the South Downs National Park are within about 7 miles of Brighton, and rural properties there often have outbuildings worth including in a survey. The sea is within about 2 miles of Brighton; porch canopies and soffits on coastal homes can be included in a survey.
Surveys anywhere in BN1, BN2 and BN3 start with the postcode and some photos. Whether your property is on London Road, Isetta Square and Pelham Square or a nearby road, we can help. Being close to the A23 and A259, Brighton is simple for us to get to. Nearby, we also cover Hanover (1 mile south), Carlton Hill (1 mile south), West Hill (1 mile west), Hollingdean (1 mile north) and Seven Dials (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Brighton and Hove (3 miles west), Aldrington (3 miles west), Hangleton (3 miles west), Saltdean (4 miles south-east), East Saltdean (5 miles south-east) and Rottingdean (3 miles south-east). Being one of Brighton and Hove’s larger places, Brighton has a wide mix of older and newer buildings.
Well-known places in the area include Brighton General Hospital (0.7 miles east) and Old Police Cells Museum (1 mile south-west). The countryside around Brighton includes Newmarket Hill and Whitehawk Hill.
- Nearby schools include Brighton Hove and Sussex Sixth Form College (0.9 miles west) and Academy of Creative Training (0.9 miles south)
- Nearby, you’ll find Park Crescent pub (within half a mile north-west)
Options to consider in Brighton
Do you need a full survey, or just a test? A test answers the question for one or two specific materials; a survey covers everything in scope, including materials nobody had spotted. The cost of an asbestos survey depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. Every quote is individual.
Why people choose us
- Domestic and commercial work
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Clear written quotes
- Each material’s condition recorded
How we price an asbestos survey
Every quote reflects:
- How much sampling is needed
- Access to the area
- What the material is and its state
- The type of survey you need
We do not publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
Photos that help
A few photos can save a site visit:
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Approximate dimensions
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- Cracks or breaks
Include any existing survey or test when you fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749; it helps us quote accurately.
How we work
Samples are bagged, labelled and logged against their location, before going to an accredited laboratory. Unexpected finds are discussed with you first before carrying on.
- Let us know the address and why you need a survey
- We set out the survey type, the areas covered and the price in writing
- The surveyor visits, inspects and takes small samples with controls
- Each sample is analysed by an accredited laboratory
- The written report arrives with the results, condition ratings and next steps
Preparing for the visit
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Mention any damage before we arrive
Getting a price
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Read more
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note