Hampshire · England
Asbestos Survey in Fareham Common
Need an asbestos survey in Fareham Common? We work across Fareham Common and the towns around it, with clear advice and a written quote.
- Workplaces built before 2000
- Rented homes between tenancies
- Pre-work surveys for trades
Need an asbestos survey in Fareham Common?
Why people call us in Fareham Common
Many buildings have been extended, refitted and repaired over the years, so asbestos may be in later alterations as much as the original structure, so a survey checks the whole scope, not just obvious spots.
Typical jobs in Fareham Common include:
- Checks on rental property
- Shops, offices and industrial units
- Common parts of flats and HMOs
- Surveys requested by builders before work
If you let flats or houses near Fareham station, it helps to know what’s in the building before repairs.
Comparing quotes
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Which areas and materials are covered
- If the price includes VAT
- How many samples are included
About our asbestos survey in Fareham Common
Before you buy, build or let in Fareham Common, it helps to know what’s in the building. We look, sample and record, with every sample analysed by an accredited laboratory. Common materials are boiler cupboard panels, textured ceilings and water tanks, and people generally contact us about community buildings and halls and kitchen, bathroom and rewiring projects.
A survey in Fareham Common typically covers the house and its outbuildings, since those are where cement sheet roofs tend to be. We start with a clear answer: what the material is, and what that means for your plans.
- Area
- Fareham Common (PO16, PO14)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Service
- Management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase surveys
- You receive
- A written report with lab results
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
How we work
A management survey involves minor intrusion: lifting ceiling tiles, opening service cupboards and taking small samples. Sample points are sealed afterwards. Parking close by makes the day easier.
- Call or message us with the address and what’s prompting the 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 report comes to you, and we explain anything that isn’t clear
Getting ready
- Find any old asbestos reports
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
- Mention any parking restrictions
Getting a price
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Then call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
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What happens next
The survey ends with a written report: locations, results, condition and recommendations for every material in scope.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Share any previous surveys or drawings
- Clear access to lofts, garages, cupboards and outbuildings
- Describe the work you’re planning, so the scope matches
- In a block of flats, ask for the register of the shared areas
Don’ts
If a material is damaged before the survey, keep people away from it and tell us, rather than cleaning it up.
Before the survey, leave suspect materials alone.
What it costs
Prices vary with:
- How much there is
- What the material is and its state
- How much sampling is needed
- The building’s size and layout
Access makes a big difference to cost, so tell us about access.
What to photograph
A few photos can save a site visit:
- Street parking nearby
- Approximate dimensions
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- A close-up from a safe distance
Send us the address in Fareham Common, a description and some photos: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Responsibilities for owners
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
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Choosing the right option
A building survey for a purchase isn’t the same as an asbestos survey. It may flag possible asbestos, but it does not generally take samples, so a pre-purchase asbestos survey fills that gap. Every quote says whether VAT is included, so you can compare like with like.
Why us?
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Condition assessed for every material
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
See our prices page or our cost guide.
Fareham Common buildings and asbestos surveys
Fareham Common is about 1 mile east of Fareham, in Hampshire. Homes, landlords and businesses in Fareham Common contact us for surveys about all kinds of jobs. Fareham Common is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 11 miles away.
Altering an older house in Fareham Common, wherever it is? Survey the areas you’re working on before work starts. A school such as Wykeham House School counts as non-domestic premises, where the law requires asbestos to be managed; we survey non-domestic buildings by arrangement with the duty holder. Fareham Common is within about 6 miles of the coast; porch canopies and soffits on coastal homes can be included in a survey.
This part of Hampshire takes in PO16 and PO14. From Bath Lane, Osborn Road and High Street or a nearby road, we can help. Fareham Common is on the A32, so it’s easy for us to reach. We also carry out surveys in Wallington (1 mile north-east), Fareham (1 mile west), North Fareham (1 mile north), Boarhunt (2 miles north-east) and Crockerhill (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Gosport (3 miles south), Havant (8 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles north-west), Horndean (8 miles north-east), Totton (15 miles west) and Chandler's Ford (13 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Portchester Castle (2.8 miles east) and Carron Row Farm Museum (2.6 miles west). Green spaces nearby include West of the River Alver and Portsdown Hill.
- Schools near Fareham Common include Harrison Primary School (under half a mile north-west) and Cams Hill School (0.7 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Red Lion Hotel (under half a mile south)
What’s included, and what is not
A few things to be aware of:
- Areas we can’t safely reach are listed in the report, and should be presumed to contain asbestos
- A management survey does not open up walls, floors or ceilings, so it isn’t enough before refurbishment
- The report describes the building when surveyed; materials can deteriorate, so condition should be checked again over time
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Materials in Fareham Common
- Ceiling tiles
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Artex and textured coatings
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Garage and shed roofs
- Water tanks and flues
- Boiler cupboards and panels
- Pipe lagging
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Cement sheets and cladding
Fareham Common: your questions answered
Could my house in Fareham Common contain asbestos?
Older homes can, if they date from before 2000. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Do you survey schools and community buildings around Fareham Common?
Yes, working with whoever is responsible for the building. The duty holder should hold an asbestos register.
Is a survey needed before building work in Fareham Common?
Yes, for the areas affected: HSG264 says refurbishment and demolition work should be preceded by a refurbishment and demolition survey.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, as long as the seller agrees.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
Testing tells you about particular materials; a survey inspects the whole building or work area and records everything it finds.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
No. Material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed. Keep a record and check its condition.
Is a homebuyer survey the same as an asbestos survey?
Not really: a homebuyer or building survey may note possible asbestos, but it doesn’t usually sample anything. A pre-purchase asbestos survey gives you that answer.
When can you start?
It depends on the job and our diary. You will get available dates with the quote, and notifiable work needs notifying before it starts.
Doing it yourself?
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials, so avoid them completely.
- 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
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site