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Asbestos Surveys in Eltham, Greater London
Asbestos survey in Eltham and across Greater London: surveys that find, sample and record asbestos.
- Planned refurbishment work
- Demolition of garages, extensions and buildings
- Shops, offices and industrial units
Asbestos survey for Eltham
A closer look at the materials
Roofing felt and bitumen
Roof felts are checked where they fall within the survey.
Asbestos cement
Garage roofs, sheds and flues made from asbestos cement are common in surveys of older homes. Its condition matters as much as its presence.
How asbestos survey works in Eltham
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 tell you which suits your plans in Eltham. Common materials are floor tiles, boiler cupboard panels and garage roofs, and people typically contact us about planned refurbishment work and rented homes due for maintenance.
In areas like Eltham, many surveys are for flats, conversions and buildings with shops below, so it matters who is responsible for which parts. Clear answers come first: what the material is, and what that means for your plans.
- Area
- Eltham (SE9, SE12, DA15, BR7)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Covers
- Surveys for homes, landlords and businesses
- You receive
- A written report with lab results
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Looking after things afterwards
If there are areas we couldn’t reach, the report lists them clearly, and should be presumed to contain asbestos until they’re checked.
Keeping things safe:
- Keep pets and children out of the way on the day
- Book the survey before you book builders
- Tell us about any areas that are locked or unsafe
- Share any previous surveys or drawings
Things not to do
Book the survey before the builders, so the results can shape your plans and your budget.
Before the survey, leave suspect materials alone, and keep trades away from them.
What we do and do not cover
Worth knowing before you book:
- Inaccessible areas are recorded, and should be presumed to contain asbestos
- A management survey doesn’t open up walls, floors or ceilings, so it is not enough before refurbishment
- The report describes the building when surveyed; materials can deteriorate, so condition should be checked again over time
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Common materials
- Ceiling tiles
- Water tanks and flues
- Garage and shed roofs
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Artex and textured coatings
- Pipe lagging
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Cement sheets and cladding
- Boiler cupboards and panels
DIY and asbestos
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, quite apart from the asbestos, so never climb onto one.
Eltham buildings and asbestos surveys
Eltham is about 7 miles west of Dartford, in Greater London. Eltham is within our Greater London area, whatever the size of the job. Eltham is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 8 miles away.
Altering an older house in Eltham, wherever it is? The rooms being worked on need surveying before the builders arrive. If you’re a landlord near Mottingham station, it helps to know what’s in the building before repairs.
Anywhere in SE9, SE12, DA15 and BR7, we can help with an asbestos survey. Whether your property is on Eltham High Street, Tarnwood Park and Elmslie Court or a nearby road, the process is the same. Being close to the A20 and B263, Eltham is simple for us to get to. Other places close to Eltham we cover include Middle Park (1 mile west), New Eltham (1 mile south-east), Well Hall (1 mile north), Coldharbour (1 mile south) and Avery Hill (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover London (8 miles north-west), City of Westminster (10 miles north-west), Marylebone (10 miles north-west), Kensington (12 miles west), St Pancras (9 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (8 miles north-west).
Eltham 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.
Well-known places in the area include Eltham Community Hospital (under half a mile north) and Metropolitan Police Museum (2.1 miles east). Within reach you will find The Tarn and Summer Hill.
- Local schools include Eltham Church of England Primary School (0.5 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Greyhound Public House (under half a mile north)
How it works
For a management survey, we look into cupboards, voids and lofts that are reasonably accessible and take small samples. Sample points are sealed afterwards. The work area is kept clear while we’re working, so arrange for pets and children to be elsewhere.
- Tell us about the building, its age and what you’re planning
- We set out the survey type, the areas covered and the price in writing
- The surveyor inspects and takes samples
- The samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- You get the report, and we talk you through it
Before we arrive
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
- Mention any damage before we arrive
- Find any old asbestos reports
Get a quote
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form to get started.
Helpful guides
Responsibilities for owners
The duty to manage applies to non-domestic premises and common parts, not to single private homes, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before anyone carries out repairs.
Options to consider in Eltham
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. Access makes a big difference to cost, so tell us about access.
How we work in Eltham
- Every main survey type
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Clear next steps
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
Take a look at how we price jobs or published price ranges.
Where asbestos turns up
You cannot tell whether a material contains asbestos by looking at it. Only laboratory analysis of a sample gives a reliable answer.
People usually contact us about one of these:
- Demolition projects
- Contractors’ requests for an asbestos report
- Shared halls, stairs and plant rooms
- Managing asbestos in workplaces and non-domestic premises
For a school like St Thomas More Catholic Comprehensive School, the duty holder must manage asbestos and keep an asbestos register.
What to look for in a quote
- Survey methods in line with HSG264
- What you’ll receive in writing
- Areas included and excluded
- Whether VAT is included
FAQs for Eltham
Can you survey a school or hall near Eltham?
Yes, working with whoever is responsible for the building. Non-domestic buildings should have an asbestos register and management plan.
Could my house in Eltham contain asbestos?
Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. A sample test is the only reliable answer. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
How quickly can you come out?
It depends on the job and our diary. You’ll get available dates with the quote.
Do I need to be at home?
We need access to every area involved in the job, and it helps if you’re around to answer questions.
Can you quote from photos?
Many jobs can be quoted from photos, but larger or unclear jobs may need a visit.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
First, keep everyone away and don’t clean it up. Then contact us and we’ll advise on the next step.
Can you survey offices and warehouses?
Yes: offices, shops, warehouses, industrial units, schools and halls as well as homes. Send us the details of the building.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Stop work, leave the area and don’t try to clean up. Then ask for advice; if you’re worried about your health, speak to your GP.
Places near Eltham
What else we do in Eltham
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- 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