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Asbestos Survey in Dallington
Buildings in Dallington built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Our asbestos survey service covers management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase asbestos surveys.
- Planned refurbishment work
- Schools, halls and community buildings
- The communal parts of blocks of flats
Asbestos survey for Dallington
What happens
If we find something that is damaged and could be releasing fibres, we tell you on the day, so you can keep people away. If anything unexpected turns up, we stop and talk to you before carrying on.
- 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
How to prepare
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
Getting a price
To get a quote, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
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How asbestos survey works in Dallington
There are two main types of survey, set out in HSE’s guide HSG264. A management survey covers a building in everyday use, while a refurbishment and demolition survey is needed before work starts. We’ll help you choose the right one for your survey in Dallington. Typical materials include textured ceilings, garage roofs and water tanks, and people generally contact us about demolition of garages, extensions and buildings and refurbishment, rewiring and new kitchens or bathrooms.
Around a village like Dallington, a survey may need to cover a farmhouse, its extensions and several outbuildings. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, as the right approach depends on the material.
- Where
- Dallington (TN21)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- What we do
- Asbestos surveys with lab-analysed samples
- Afterwards
- Survey report and lab results
- Quotes
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Choosing the right option
An old survey may not be enough. A management survey doesn’t open up walls, floors or ceilings, so refurbishment needs a fresh, intrusive survey of the work areas. Our quotes are clear about VAT, so you can compare like with like.
How we work in Dallington
- Records for your files
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Honest advice, even when the answer is to leave it
- Domestic and commercial work
Take a look at how we price jobs or published price ranges.
Also near Dallington
What else we do in Dallington
Responsibilities for owners
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should know what the roofs are made of, before anyone carries out repairs.
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
A closer look at the materials
Floor tiles and adhesive
Vinyl and thermoplastic floor tiles and black bitumen adhesive can contain asbestos. They’re often hidden under newer flooring.
Pipe lagging
Old lagging is one of the higher-risk materials. Work on it is licensed.
Why people call us in Dallington
Asbestos was used in British buildings for much of the 20th century, until it was fully banned in 1999. That’s why so many buildings in East Sussex can contain it, from garage roofs and soffits to textured ceilings and floor tiles.
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting advice:
- Rented homes due for maintenance
- Contractors’ requests for an asbestos report
- Schools, halls and community buildings
- Pre-purchase checks on older properties
Altering an older house in Dallington, wherever it is? Get the work areas surveyed before anything is opened up.
What to look for in a quote
- The survey type, as defined in HSG264
- Whether extra samples cost more
- Which laboratory analyses samples
- What the report or result will contain
Surveying buildings in Dallington
Dallington is about 7 miles north-east of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Dallington is within our East Sussex area, whatever the size of the job. Dallington is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we work. We work right across the region, from Dallington to Brighton (about 23 miles away).
Schools such as Dallington Church of England Primary School are non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos and keep a register. Parts of the High Weald National Landscape are within about 4 miles of Dallington, where farm buildings, barns and stables with cement roofs are common.
We carry out surveys all over TN21. For properties just outside Dallington, we cover Wood's Corner (1 mile east), Rushlake Green (2 miles west), Punnett's Town (2 miles north-west), Brownbread Street (3 miles south-east) and Burwash Common (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (12 miles south), Hastings (10 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles south-east), Hailsham (7 miles south-west), Crowborough (11 miles north-west) and St Leonards (11 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Old Castle (less than half a mile west) and Hellingly Hospital (5.6 miles south-west).
What’s included, and what isn’t
Before you book, note that:
- A survey reflects the building on the day; materials can deteriorate, so condition should be checked again over time
- Areas we can’t safely reach are listed in the report, and should be presumed to contain asbestos
- A management survey is only minimally intrusive, so it is not enough before refurbishment
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Materials in Dallington
- Ceiling tiles
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Water tanks and flues
- Garage and shed roofs
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Boiler cupboards and panels
- Pipe lagging
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Cement sheets and cladding
- Artex and textured coatings
Doing it yourself?
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials.
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, quite apart from the asbestos, so never climb onto one.
Afterwards
Keep the report somewhere safe and share it with anyone working on the building, so nobody disturbs asbestos by accident.
To avoid problems in future:
- Have any old surveys or plans ready
- Ensure you can pass the report to your builder
- Survey first, then book the trades
- For flats, ask the managing agent for the asbestos register for the common parts
Avoid these
Be clear about the work you’re 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 Dallington
Do you work on properties in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. The asbestos rules are the same in protected landscapes, though access to rural buildings may need planning.
How far is Dallington from London?
Dallington is about 43 miles from central London, well within our area.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Often we can quote from clear photos and a description; otherwise we will arrange a visit.
Do I need a management or a refurbishment survey?
It depends on your plans: managing a building in use means a management survey; building work means a refurbishment and demolition survey. Describe the work and we will recommend one.
Could my home contain asbestos?
Looking will not tell you. A sample analysed in a laboratory is the reliable way to find out, especially in buildings from before 2000.
What if the weather’s bad?
It depends on the job: indoor jobs are not affected, but outdoor removal may be rescheduled for safety.
Do I need an asbestos survey before renovating?
Yes, for the areas affected: HSE’s guidance (HSG264) is that refurbishment and demolition work needs a refurbishment and demolition survey first.
How do I get a quote?
Just use our quote form or call 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, a description and photos.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note