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Asbestos Survey for Fontwell
Need an asbestos survey in Fontwell? We work across Fontwell and the towns around it, with plain-English advice and a written quote.
- Kitchen, bathroom and rewiring projects
- Public and community buildings
- Rented homes between tenancies
Asbestos survey for Fontwell
Should you do it yourself?
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, as well as an asbestos risk, so stay off it.
How asbestos survey works in Fontwell
If a building in Fontwell dates from before 2000, or was refurbished before then, it may contain asbestos. The way to know for sure is a survey: we inspect, sample suspect materials and write up what we find. Typical jobs include managing asbestos in workplaces and non-domestic premises and refurbishment, rewiring and new kitchens or bathrooms, including boiler cupboard panels, flues and floor tiles.
Around a village like Fontwell, a survey may need to cover a farmhouse, its extensions and several outbuildings, each scoped separately if needed. We start with a clear answer: what the material is, and what that means for your plans.
- Area
- Fontwell (BN18, PO20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Covers
- Asbestos surveys with lab-analysed samples
- Paperwork
- Survey report and lab results
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Surveying buildings in Fontwell
Fontwell is about 5 miles north of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. In Fontwell, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses about all kinds of jobs. Fontwell is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. We work right across the region, from Fontwell to Brighton (23 miles away).
Got an older property in Fontwell, close to Westergate Mission Hall or further out? Survey the areas you’re working on before work starts. If you’re a landlord near Barnham station, share asbestos information with trades before work. Fontwell is within about 7 miles of the South Downs National Park, where farm buildings, barns and stables with cement roofs are common. Fontwell is within about 5 miles of the coast; porch canopies and soffits on coastal homes can be included in a survey.
Anywhere in BN18 and PO20, an asbestos survey is available, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your property is on London Road, Cooke Road and Steeplechase Way or anywhere nearby, we can help. Other places close to Fontwell we cover include Eastergate (1 mile south), Slindon (1 mile north-east), Nyton (1 mile south-west), West Barnham (1 mile south) and Slindon Common (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also work in Worthing (11 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south), Chichester (6 miles west), Selsey (10 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles south-east) and Lancing (14 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Tote Copse Castle (2.2 miles south-west) and Arundel and District Hospital (3.7 miles east). Open spaces near Fontwell include Bignor Hill and WWT Arundel.
- Nearby schools include Eastergate CofE Primary School (1.1 miles south-west)
The scope of an asbestos survey
So you know what to expect:
- Inaccessible areas are recorded, and must be treated as containing asbestos until checked
- A survey identifies asbestos; it does not remove it
- A refurbishment and demolition survey needs the areas to be empty, so plan it around the building’s use
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Materials we see
- Cement sheets and cladding
- Ceiling tiles
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Garage and shed roofs
- Pipe lagging
- Boiler cupboards and panels
- Water tanks and flues
- Artex and textured coatings
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Soffits and porch canopies
Duty holders and landlords in Fontwell
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
Why people call us in Fontwell
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.
These are the materials and situations that most often lead to surveys:
- Shops, offices and industrial units
- Refurbishment, rewiring and new kitchens or bathrooms
- Demolition projects
- Community buildings and halls
A school such as Ormiston Six Villages Academy counts as non-domestic premises, where the law requires asbestos to be managed, and a management survey is typically where that starts.
Comparing quotes
- What you will receive in writing
- Areas included and excluded
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Which areas and materials are covered
Fontwell: your questions answered
Do you survey schools and community buildings around Fontwell?
Yes, working with whoever is responsible for the building. Non-domestic buildings should have an asbestos register and management plan.
Could my house in Fontwell contain asbestos?
Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. A sample test is the only reliable answer. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
Keep people away from damaged material and don’t clean it up yourself. Then contact us and we will advise on the next step.
Is a homebuyer survey the same as an asbestos survey?
Not really: homebuyer reports may mention possible asbestos without testing anything. A pre-purchase asbestos survey does.
Do I need an asbestos survey before renovating?
HSE’s guidance is that a refurbishment and demolition survey is needed before refurbishment or demolition work, for the areas affected.
What if the weather’s bad?
It depends on the job: indoor jobs aren’t affected, but outdoor removal may be rescheduled for safety.
Will I get the price in writing?
Yes, every quote is in writing and says what’s included, including whether VAT is included.
Can you help with a flat?
Yes. In a block, the shared areas are the responsibility of the managing agent or freeholder, who should hold the asbestos register.
Materials we deal with
Insulating board
Insulating board can look like ordinary plasterboard or cement board, so a lab result is essential.
Floor tiles and adhesive
Vinyl and thermoplastic floor tiles and black bitumen adhesive can contain asbestos. They’re often hidden under newer flooring.
How we work
For a management survey, we look into cupboards, voids and lofts that are reasonably accessible and take small samples. Sample points are sealed afterwards. Unexpected finds are discussed with you first.
- Describe the property and the reason for the survey
- You get a written quote for the agreed scope
- We inspect and sample the areas in scope
- Each sample is analysed by an accredited laboratory
- You get the report, and we talk you through it
How to prepare
- Dig out previous surveys
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Let us know where we can park
How to get a quote
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Then fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
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What it costs
Every quote reflects:
- The size of the job
- How big the building is
- The type of material and its condition
- How many samples are needed
Our quotes are clear about VAT.
Sending photos
For a quick quote, include:
- Damaged areas
- An overall view
- How we’d reach it
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
Not sure what you need? Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we’ll recommend the right option.
Looking after things afterwards
Any areas not accessed are listed, so they’re treated as if they contain asbestos until checked.
Once we’re done:
- For flats, ask the managing agent for the asbestos register for the common parts
- Share any previous surveys or drawings
- Ensure we can get into the loft, garage and cupboards
- Keep pets and children out of the way on the day
Things not to do
Plan the survey early, before booking builders, so the results can shape your plans and your budget.
If something has been damaged already, close the area off and let us know.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- 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