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Asbestos Survey in Merstone
Asbestos survey in Merstone and across the Isle of Wight: management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase asbestos surveys.
- Workplaces built before 2000
- The communal parts of blocks of flats
- Schools, halls and community buildings
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Asbestos survey in Merstone
If a building in Merstone 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. From surveys requested by builders before work and kitchen, bathroom and rewiring projects, we cover water tanks, textured ceilings and pipe lagging.
In a village like Merstone, 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. Clear answers come first: what the material is, and what that means for your plans.
- Location
- Merstone (PO30)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- What we do
- Asbestos surveys with lab-analysed samples
- Afterwards
- Written survey report
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
The scope of an asbestos survey
Here’s what an asbestos survey covers, and what it doesn’t:
- The report describes the building when surveyed; materials can deteriorate, so condition should be checked again over time
- Inaccessible areas are recorded, and should be presumed to contain asbestos
- A management survey is only minimally intrusive, so it will not do before building work
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Materials in Merstone
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Boiler cupboards and panels
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Pipe lagging
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Artex and textured coatings
- Water tanks and flues
- Cement sheets and cladding
- Ceiling tiles
- Garage and shed roofs
Where asbestos turns up
Asbestos materials often look exactly like ones without asbestos. Only laboratory analysis of a sample gives a reliable answer.
Get advice if you are dealing with any of these:
- Managing asbestos in workplaces and non-domestic premises
- Public and community buildings
- The communal parts of blocks of flats
- Refurbishment, rewiring and new kitchens or bathrooms
For rented homes close to Shanklin station, it helps to know what’s in the building before repairs.
What your quote should include
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
- Survey methods in line with HSG264
- The report contents
- Which areas and materials are covered
What it costs
What drives the price:
- How big the building is
- Material and condition
- Which survey type fits your plans
- Roof spaces and outbuildings in scope
We don’t publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Helping us quote
Helpful photos:
- An overall view
- An idea of size
- How we’d reach it
- Street parking nearby
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Then use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Nearby places to Merstone
Weighing up your options
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 generally cheaper in the end. The cost of an asbestos survey depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. Every quote is individual.
Why choose us
- Reports that say what wasn’t accessed
- Each material’s condition recorded
- Reports and results you can share
- Honest advice, even when the answer is to leave it
See how we quote and published price ranges.
Should you do it yourself?
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: leave the area, do not clean it up, and ask for advice.
FAQs for Merstone
Do you cover Merstone and the area around Shanklin station?
Yes, we cover Merstone and the area towards Shanklin station, about 3.8 miles south-east.
Is asbestos common in Merstone homes?
Any home in Merstone built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos, but you can’t tell by looking. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Can you survey offices and warehouses?
Yes, we do: shops, offices, warehouses, industrial units, schools and halls. Tell us about the building and what you need.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, we do. Landlords, agents, businesses and builders all use our services.
What does licensed work mean?
Higher-risk materials need an HSE-licensed contractor. Cement and textured coatings generally are not licensed.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Many jobs can be quoted from photos, though some need a visit first.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
First, keep everyone away and don’t clean it up. Then contact us and we will advise on the next step.
Can you help with a flat?
Yes. For shared areas, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
What it might be made of
Floor tiles and adhesive
Older floor tiles and the black glue under them may contain asbestos. They’re often found under carpet or laminate.
Textured coatings
Textured coatings such as Artex were used on ceilings and walls, and older ones can contain a small amount of asbestos. They’re low risk left alone, but shouldn’t be sanded or scraped dry.
Afterwards
The survey ends with a written report: locations, results, condition and recommendations for every material in scope.
To avoid problems in future:
- Book the survey before booking builders
- Make sure we can get into the loft, garage and cupboards
- Let us know about locked rooms or unsafe areas
- Have any old surveys or plans ready
Don’ts
Please don’t break off pieces for us to look at: we take samples with wetting and sealing to limit any release.
Tell the surveyor everything you are planning, so nothing in the work area is left out of scope.
The process
We photograph and assess the condition of everything we find, which goes into the report. We keep the work area clear of other people while we work, so please keep children and pets away.
- Describe the property, its age and the work you have in mind
- We confirm whether you need a management, refurbishment and demolition or pre-purchase survey
- On the day we inspect, sample and photograph
- Each sample is analysed by an accredited laboratory
- You receive a clear written report with recommendations
Before we arrive
- Dig out previous surveys
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
Getting a price
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749, and we’ll recommend the right option.
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Asbestos surveys in Merstone: local notes
Merstone is about 3 miles south-east of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Homes, landlords and businesses in Merstone contact us for surveys about all kinds of jobs. Merstone is one of 125 towns and villages in the Isle of Wight where we work. We work right across the region, from Merstone to Southampton (19 miles away).
Merstone is within about 5 miles of the coast, and coastal properties often have porches, canopies and outbuildings that a survey can include.
Anywhere in PO30, an asbestos survey is available. Whether your property is on Merstone Lane, Chapel Lane and Newlands or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. For properties just outside Merstone, we cover Arreton (1 mile north-east), Rookley (1 mile south-west), Hale Common (1 mile south-east), Rookley Green (1 mile south-west) and Blackwater (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also work in Newport (3 miles north-west), Ryde (6 miles north-east), Cowes (7 miles north), Sandown (4 miles east), Shanklin (4 miles south-east) and Ventnor (5 miles south-east). If the property is somewhere remote, tell us early so we can plan the journey.
For somewhere as remote as Merstone, early notice helps us plan the trip.
Nearby you’ll also find Whitecroft Hospital (2.2 miles west) and Carisbrooke Castle (3.1 miles north-west). Open spaces near Merstone include Stenbury Down and Alverstone Mead.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note