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Asbestos Surveys in Horton, Slough
Asbestos survey in Horton, from older homes to workplaces. Every job is quoted in writing.
- Demolition of garages, extensions and buildings
- Shops, offices and industrial units
- Planned refurbishment work
Asbestos survey in Horton
About our asbestos survey in Horton
If you are buying a home or building in Horton from before 2000, a pre-purchase survey shows what asbestos is present, and its condition, before you commit, so you can plan renovations with your eyes open. From schools, halls and community buildings and planned refurbishment work, we deal with floor tiles, boiler cupboard panels and pipe lagging and more.
Village properties around Horton often come with outbuildings, which a survey can include, since cement sheeting was common on outbuildings. We start with a clear answer: is it asbestos, and what should you do about it.
- Location
- Horton (SL3, TW19)
- County
- Slough
- What we do
- Management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase surveys
- You receive
- Survey report and lab results
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Surveys around Horton
Horton is about 3 miles north of Egham, in Slough. We work across Horton and the surrounding area, on everything from houses and flats to workplaces and garages. Horton is one of 31 towns and villages in Slough where we work. Our area stretches from Horton to Guildford (16 miles away).
A school such as Colnbrook Church of England Primary School counts as non-domestic premises, where the law requires asbestos to be managed. Got an older property in Horton, close to Church of St Michael or further out? The rooms being worked on need surveying before the builders arrive.
For surveys in SL3 and TW19, just send the postcode and a few photos. From Stanwell Road, Bells Lane and Foundry Lane or anywhere nearby, we can help. Other places close to Horton we cover include Brands Hill (1 mile north), Colnbrook (1 mile north-east), Sunnymeads (1 mile west), Poyle (1 mile north-east) and Wraysbury (1 mile south-west). We also cover nearby towns such as Slough (4 miles north-west), Cippenham (5 miles north-west), Chalvey (4 miles north-west), Britwell (6 miles north-west), Upton (3 miles north-west) and Burnham (7 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Upton Hospital (3.3 miles north-west) and Windsor Castle (3 miles west). Open spaces near Horton include Staines Reservoirs.
- Schools near Horton include Langley Grammar School (2 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Five Bells Public House (less than half a mile west)
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.
Textured coatings
Textured ceilings are sampled where they’re in scope, before plasterers or electricians start.
For landlords, agents and businesses
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
If you manage or own a block in Horton, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades, and condition checked regularly.
What we do and don’t cover
We are upfront about what’s included:
- A survey reflects the building on the day; condition can change, so recheck it
- A management survey is only minimally intrusive, so it will not do before building work
- The survey tells you what’s there; removal is a separate job
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal.
What we deal with
- Cement sheets and cladding
- Garage and shed roofs
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Boiler cupboards and panels
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Water tanks and flues
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Artex and textured coatings
- Ceiling tiles
- Pipe lagging
After we’ve finished in Horton
Material in good condition often does not need removing. The report tells you what to keep an eye on.
Looking after any asbestos that remains:
- Ensure we can get into the loft, garage and cupboards
- Share any previous surveys or drawings
- Tell us about any areas that are locked or unsafe
- Ensure you can pass the report to your builder
What to avoid
Before the survey, leave suspect materials alone, and keep trades away from them.
If something has been damaged already, close the area off and let us know.
Towns and villages near Horton
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Your options compared
Some people skip the survey and hope for the best. Finding asbestos halfway through a job means stopping work, extra cost and possible exposure, so surveying first is normally cheaper in the end. 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.
How we work in Horton
- Reports and results you can share
- Domestic and commercial work
- Condition assessed for every material
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
Take a look at how we price jobs or published price ranges.
How it works
Each sample is sealed, labelled and recorded with its location, then sent to an accredited laboratory. Before we start, we walk through the job with you and answer any questions.
- Start by telling us about the property and your plans
- We agree the type of survey and the areas it covers, and send a quote
- Our surveyor inspects and takes small samples of suspect materials
- Each sample is analysed by an accredited laboratory
- You receive a written report with locations, results, condition and recommendations
Getting ready
- Make sure we can get to the area
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Find any old asbestos reports
Get a quote
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
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Should you do it yourself?
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: leave the area, do not clean it up, and ask for advice.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Horton questions
Could my house in Horton contain asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Horton may have it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Do you cover Horton from London?
Horton is about 19 miles from central London, well within our area.
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.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
If it was built or refurbished before 2000, it may. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
Never: skips and household bins cannot take asbestos. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
Can you help with a shop or office?
We do. Send us the details of the premises, and any existing asbestos register.
Is a home built after 2000 likely to contain asbestos?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so buildings built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, although older materials can sometimes be reused or left in extensions.
What will I get after the survey?
Every suspect material in the agreed scope: where it is, whether it contains asbestos, its condition, photos and what to do.
What it costs
Quotes vary because of:
- The number of materials to sample
- How much there is
- The type of survey you need
- The building’s size and layout
Dealing with asbestos before building work is generally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when everything has to stop.
What to photograph
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them without disturbing anything:
- A clear close-up
- The access route
- Damaged areas
- An idea of size
Include any existing survey or test when you use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note