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Asbestos Surveys in Fishbourne, Isle of Wight
Buildings in Fishbourne built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Our asbestos survey service covers surveys that find, sample and record asbestos.
- Schools, halls and community buildings
- Common parts of flats and HMOs
- Kitchen, bathroom and rewiring projects
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Common reasons for surveys in Fishbourne
Until the 1999 ban, asbestos went into hundreds of building products. That’s why so many buildings in the Isle of Wight can contain it, from garage roofs and soffits to textured ceilings and floor tiles.
Typical jobs in Fishbourne include:
- Workplaces built before 2000
- Kitchen, bathroom and rewiring projects
- Pre-work surveys for trades
- The communal parts of blocks of flats
For rented homes close to Ryde Esplanade station, share asbestos information with trades before work.
Comparing quotes
- Suitable insurance for the work
- The report contents
- Which areas and materials are covered
- That the survey follows HSE’s guide HSG264
Asbestos survey near Fishbourne
If you are responsible for a non-domestic building in Fishbourne, or the shared parts of a block of flats, you have a duty to manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. A management survey is normally the starting point. Whether it’s managing asbestos in workplaces and non-domestic premises and rented homes due for maintenance, we deal with flues, garage roofs and water tanks.
In a village like Fishbourne, surveys often include barns, stables, garages and outbuildings as well as the house, as cement sheet roofs and cladding were widely used on farm and garden buildings. Every job comes with paperwork, which is useful when you sell, let or build.
- Location
- Fishbourne (PO33)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Service
- Management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase surveys
- Paperwork
- A written report with lab results
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Surveys around Fishbourne
Fishbourne is about 2 miles west of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. In Fishbourne, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses. Fishbourne is one of 125 places in the Isle of Wight where we work. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 15 miles away.
If you have an older property in Fishbourne, near St. Edmund's Church or anywhere else, survey the areas you are working on before work starts. Schools such as Wootton Community 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 typically where that starts. Fishbourne is within about 3 miles of the coast, and coastal properties often have porches, canopies and outbuildings that a survey can include.
Anywhere in PO33, we can help with an asbestos survey, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean a property on Kite Hill, Ashlake Farm Lane and Ashlake Copse Road or the roads around them. Being close to the B3331, Fishbourne is easy for us to reach. We also carry out surveys in Wootton (1 mile west), Havenstreet (1 mile south), Hillgrove (2 miles south-west), Whippingham (2 miles west) and Staplers (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Newport (4 miles south-west), Cowes (4 miles north-west), Sandown (6 miles south-east), Shanklin (7 miles south), Ventnor (9 miles south) and East Cowes (3 miles north-west). If the property is somewhere remote, tell us early so we can plan the journey.
For somewhere as remote as Fishbourne, early notice helps us plan the trip.
Other landmarks nearby include St Mary's Hospital (3.9 miles west) and East Cowes Castle (3.8 miles north-west). Within reach you will find Mill Hill and Briddlesford Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Ryde Academy (1.9 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Fishbourne pub (within half a mile north-east)
What happens next
If it finds asbestos that work would disturb, the report explains what needs removing before work starts, and whether that work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Clear access to lofts, garages, cupboards and outbuildings
- Describe the work you are planning, so the survey covers the right areas
- Share any previous surveys or drawings
- In a block of flats, ask for the register of the shared areas
Avoid these
Tell the surveyor everything you’re planning, so the survey covers every area that will be disturbed.
Tell the surveyor everything you’re planning, so the survey covers every area that will be disturbed.
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.
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
What affects the price in Fishbourne
The cost depends on:
- The type of material and its condition
- Lofts, voids and outbuildings to include
- How many different materials need sampling
- How big the building is
Identifying asbestos early is cheaper than stopping work later, when everything has to stop.
Sending photos
Photo tips:
- An overall view
- Cracks or breaks
- A rough size or measurement
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
Not sure what you need? Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we’ll advise.
For businesses and landlords in Fishbourne
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
A closer look at the materials
Floor tiles and adhesive
Older floor tiles and the black glue under them may contain asbestos. They’re often hidden under newer flooring.
Textured coatings
Textured ceilings are sampled where they’re in scope, so you know before plastering or rewiring.
Places near Fishbourne
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Your options compared
An existing survey might not cover your plans. A management survey does not open up walls, floors or ceilings, so planned refurbishment generally needs a refurbishment and demolition survey of those areas. There is no one-size price, as every job differs. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
Why us?
- Reports that say what wasn’t accessed
- Houses, flats and business premises
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Accredited laboratory results
Take a look at how we price jobs and published price ranges.
The process
In a refurbishment and demolition survey, we open up the fabric of the building: we check behind, under and inside the parts being worked on, so those areas need to be empty. We go over the plan with you first, so you know what’s happening.
- Describe the property, its age and the work you have in mind
- We confirm the survey type and which rooms and outbuildings it covers
- On the agreed day, the surveyor inspects, photographs and samples
- An accredited laboratory analyses each sample
- The written report arrives with the results, condition ratings and next steps
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure we can get to the area
- Find any old asbestos reports
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
Getting a price
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.
Helpful guides
Questions from Fishbourne
Can you survey a school or hall near Fishbourne?
Yes, working with whoever is responsible for the building. The duty holder should hold an asbestos register.
Do you work near Ryde Esplanade station?
Yes, we cover Fishbourne and the area towards Ryde Esplanade station, about 2.5 miles east.
Can you survey offices and warehouses?
Yes, we do: shops, offices, warehouses, industrial units, schools and halls. Send us the size, use and age of the building.
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, and ask for advice; your GP can advise if you’re worried about your health.
Will my homebuyer report check for asbestos?
Not really: a homebuyer report can flag suspected asbestos without testing it. A pre-purchase asbestos survey gives you that answer.
How do I get a quote?
Send us the details: the postcode, what you’ve found and where it is, with photos if possible. Then call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Will the survey damage the property?
Sampling leaves small, sealed sample points. A refurbishment survey opens up the areas being worked on, which is why they need to be empty.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
No. Asbestos is hazardous waste and must go to a site that accepts it. When we remove it, it’s taken to a permitted site with a consignment note.
- 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