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Asbestos Surveys in Duncton, West Sussex
Asbestos survey for properties in Duncton and West Sussex: surveys that find, sample and record asbestos.
- Planned refurbishment work
- Schools, halls and community buildings
- Demolition projects
Need an asbestos survey in Duncton?
Asbestos survey in Duncton
HSE’s guidance describes two main survey types. A management survey is for a building in normal use; a refurbishment and demolition survey is for before building work. We will help you choose the right one for your survey in Duncton. Typical materials include textured ceilings, soffits and water tanks, and people normally contact us about surveys requested by builders before work and shared halls, stairs and plant rooms.
Village surveys around Duncton can include extensions, stores and stables as well as the house, each scoped separately if needed. We work to HSE guidance on every job, large or small.
- Area
- Duncton (GU28)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Covers
- Surveys for homes, landlords and businesses
- Afterwards
- Survey report and lab results
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
The scope of an asbestos survey
Worth knowing before booking:
- A survey reflects the building on the day; condition can change, so recheck it
- A refurbishment and demolition survey needs the areas to be empty, so plan it around the building’s use
- A management survey doesn’t open up walls, floors or ceilings, so it is not enough before refurbishment
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal before booking.
Materials we see
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Artex and textured coatings
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Garage and shed roofs
- Ceiling tiles
- Pipe lagging
- Boiler cupboards and panels
- Water tanks and flues
- Cement sheets and cladding
Prices and what affects them
Our quotes take into account:
- The size and age of the building
- How easy it is to reach
- How much there is
- The type of material and its condition
Our quotes are clear about VAT, so you can compare like with like.
What to photograph
The most useful photos are:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- Approximate dimensions
- A clear close-up
- How we’d reach it
For a quote, fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
Asbestos surveys in Duncton: local notes
Duncton is about 10 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Homes, landlords and businesses in Duncton contact us for surveys. Duncton is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. Our area stretches from Duncton to Guildford (about 21 miles away).
Got an older property in Duncton, close to Church of Holy Trinity or further out? Get the work areas surveyed before anything is opened up. Parts of the South Downs National Park are within about 6 miles of Duncton, and rural properties there often have outbuildings worth including in a survey.
We handle surveys in every part of the GU28 postcode area and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Duncton High Street and Willett Close, and an asbestos survey is available on all of them. Other places close to Duncton we cover include East Lavington (1 mile south-west), Sutton (2 miles south-east), Rotherbridge (2 miles north), Graffham (2 miles west) and Haslingbourne (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also work in Worthing (13 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (11 miles south), Chichester (10 miles south-west), Littlehampton (10 miles south-east), Emsworth (15 miles south-west) and Rustington (11 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Midhurst Community Hospital (5.4 miles north-west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (1.6 miles north-east). The countryside around Duncton includes Bignor Hill and Graffham Common.
- Churches close by include The Parish Church of St Peter (1 mile south-west)
How it works
A management survey involves minor intrusion: lifting ceiling tiles, opening service cupboards and taking small samples. We seal up each sample point. On the day, we check the area and talk you through the plan first.
- Send us the address and what you need the survey for
- We recommend the right type of survey
- On the day we inspect, sample and photograph
- Each sample is analysed by an accredited laboratory
- The report comes to you, and we explain anything that is not clear
Getting ready
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
Ask for a quote
Photos from a safe distance help: don’t touch the material, just send them through our quote form.
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Choosing the right option
Management or refurbishment and demolition? A management survey suits a building in use; a refurbishment and demolition survey looks behind and under surfaces before building work. Our guide explains which you need. The cost of an asbestos survey depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. We quote each job individually.
Why choose us
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- Clear notes on any areas not reached
- Condition ratings, not just a list
- Practical recommendations
See how we quote or the cost guide.
Why people call us in Duncton
Small jobs can disturb asbestos too: drilling for cables, lights or pipes can release fibres.
These come up again and again:
- Demolition and strip-out
- Pre-purchase checks on older properties
- Public and community buildings
- Workplaces built before 2000
Schools such as Duncton CofE Junior School are non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos and keep a register.
Comparing quotes
- The number of samples
- The survey type, as defined in HSG264
- If the price includes VAT
- Which areas are covered, and which are not
Doing it yourself?
With a professional job, you get a record: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Materials we deal with
Floor tiles and adhesive
Vinyl and thermoplastic floor tiles and black bitumen adhesive can contain asbestos. They’re often hidden under newer flooring.
Asbestos cement
Asbestos cement turns up on roofs, flues and outbuildings. Its condition matters as much as its presence.
After the job
Duty holders use the survey to build an asbestos register and management plan, which should be kept up to date.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Tell us about any areas that are locked or unsafe
- Have any old surveys or plans ready
- Clear access to lofts, garages, cupboards and outbuildings
- Ask for the report in a format you can share with contractors
Avoid these
Book the survey before the builders, so there’s time to deal with anything it finds.
Until the survey is done, do not drill, sand, cut or break suspect materials.
Your questions about an asbestos survey in Duncton
How far is Duncton from London?
We cover Duncton, about 45 miles from central London.
Can you survey a school or hall near Duncton?
Yes, by arrangement with the duty holder. Non-domestic buildings should have an asbestos register and management plan.
Is a homebuyer survey the same as an asbestos survey?
No, they’re different: a homebuyer or building survey may note possible asbestos, but it does not generally sample anything. For an answer, you need a pre-purchase asbestos survey.
Do you work on commercial premises?
We do. Tell us the size and use of the building and what you need, and any existing asbestos register.
Does a survey leave holes?
A management survey takes small samples, which are sealed afterwards. A refurbishment and demolition survey is intrusive by design, because it has to look inside the fabric of the building.
Do you cover Duncton?
Yes, we do: our area includes Duncton and the places around it. Share the postcode and a short description and we’ll quote.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
Keep people away from damaged material and don’t clean it up yourself. Then contact us for advice.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Leave the area, keep others out and close the door if you can. Do not try to clean up the debris yourself, then contact a professional.
Nearby places to Duncton
Other services in Duncton
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note