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Asbestos Surveys in North Chailey, East Sussex
Asbestos survey in North Chailey, from older homes to workplaces. Every job is quoted in writing.
- Schools, halls and community buildings
- Purchases of older homes and buildings
- Planned refurbishment work
Asbestos survey in North Chailey
How asbestos survey works in North Chailey
An asbestos survey finds out whether a building contains asbestos, where it is, how much there is and what condition it’s in. We offer management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase surveys in North Chailey, with samples analysed by an accredited laboratory. Typical materials include pipe lagging, water tanks and textured ceilings, and typical jobs are surveys requested by builders before work and checks on rental property.
Village surveys around North Chailey can include extensions, stores and stables as well as the house. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, because the method depends on what the material is.
- Where
- North Chailey (BN8)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- What we do
- Asbestos surveys with lab-analysed samples
- Paperwork
- Survey report and lab results
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Asbestos surveys in North Chailey: local notes
North Chailey is about 4 miles south-east of Haywards Heath, in East Sussex. Anywhere in North Chailey, just send the postcode, and we’ll quote. We work in all 289 towns and villages in East Sussex. We work right across the region, from North Chailey to Brighton (11 miles away).
Got an older property in North Chailey, close to Church of Our Lady or further out? The rooms being worked on need surveying before the builders arrive. If you manage lettings around Plumpton station, share asbestos information with trades before work. North Chailey is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, where farm buildings, barns and stables with cement roofs are common.
We cover surveys across the BN8 postcode area and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Station Road, Downs View and Downs View Close, and an asbestos survey is available on all of them. Main roads around North Chailey include the A275, so mention parking if the property is on one. Other places close to North Chailey we cover include Chailey (1 mile south), Newick (1 mile east), South Street (2 miles south), Founthill (2 miles east) and Scaynes Hill (2 miles north-west). We also cover nearby towns such as Seaford (15 miles south), Lewes (7 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-east), Crowborough (10 miles north-east), Uckfield (5 miles east) and Newhaven (13 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Heaven Farm Museum (3.4 miles north) and Waterbury Castle (4.7 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Ashenground and Bolnore Woods.
- Nearby schools include Chailey St Peter's Church of England Primary School (0.9 miles south) and Chailey School (2.3 miles south)
Your questions about an asbestos survey in North Chailey
Can you deal with asbestos on rural buildings in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, the same rules apply there, but access to farm and rural buildings can take planning.
Do you cover North Chailey and the area around Plumpton station?
Yes. Plumpton station is about 3.6 miles south-west of North Chailey, and we cover both.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Many jobs can be quoted from photos, though some need a visit first.
When can you start?
It depends on the job and our diary. You’ll get available dates with the quote.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
A test answers the question for the materials sampled; a survey inspects the whole building or work area and records everything it finds.
Do I need an asbestos survey before renovating?
Yes, for the areas being worked on: HSE’s guidance calls for a refurbishment and demolition survey before the work starts.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
It covers the higher-risk materials: lagging, sprayed coatings and most asbestos insulating board. Only a contractor holding an HSE licence can do it.
Do you work in flats?
Yes. For shared areas, ask the managing agent about the asbestos register.
Choosing the right option
The cheapest survey is not always the best value. Check how many samples are included, which areas are covered and what the report contains, before deciding. Dealing with asbestos before building work is generally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
Why choose us
- Clear notes on any areas not reached
- Condition assessed for every material
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
Take a look at how we price jobs and our cost guide.
How it works
Samples are bagged, labelled and logged against their location, before going to an accredited laboratory. Parking close by makes the day easier, so let us know about any restrictions.
- Let us know the address and why you need a survey
- We confirm the survey type and which rooms and outbuildings it covers
- On the agreed day, the surveyor inspects, photographs and samples
- Each sample is analysed by an accredited laboratory
- The written report arrives with the results, condition ratings and next steps
Getting ready
- Mention any damage before we arrive
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
Ask for a quote
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Then use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
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What it might be made of
Roofing felt and bitumen
Roof felts are checked where they fall within the survey.
Textured coatings
We sample textured coatings in the rooms in scope, before plasterers or electricians start.
Why people call us in North Chailey
Most of the risk from asbestos comes from disturbing it without knowing it’s there. A survey removes the guesswork before work starts.
Buildings from before 2000 can hide asbestos in many places. Typical situations are:
- Demolition of garages, extensions and buildings
- Common parts of flats and HMOs
- Rented homes due for maintenance
- Purchases of older homes and buildings
Schools such as Chailey Heritage School are non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos and keep a register.
Before you book anyone
- Areas included and excluded
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
- The number of samples
- That the survey follows HSE’s guide HSG264
The scope of an asbestos survey
Worth knowing before booking:
- A survey identifies asbestos; it does not remove it, though we can quote for that too
- The rooms in a refurbishment survey need to be cleared, so plan it around the building’s use
- A survey reflects the building on the day; condition can change, so recheck it
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
What we deal with
- Cement sheets and cladding
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Water tanks and flues
- Boiler cupboards and panels
- Garage and shed roofs
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Pipe lagging
- Artex and textured coatings
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Ceiling tiles
Afterwards
After the survey you get a written report: locations, results, condition and recommendations for every material in scope.
After we have finished:
- Describe the work you’re planning, so the survey covers the right areas
- Make sure we can get into the loft, garage and cupboards
- Let us know about locked rooms or unsafe areas
- Ask for the report in a format you can share with contractors
What to avoid
Book the survey before the builders, so there is time to deal with anything it finds.
If a material is damaged before the survey, keep people away from it and tell us.
Responsibilities for owners
If you run a business from older premises in North Chailey, you should have an asbestos register and management plan, and contractors must be told what’s there.
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
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What it costs
The biggest factors in the price are:
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- Travel and parking
- The number of materials to sample
- How many outbuildings are included
The cost of an asbestos survey depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.
Sending photos
What to photograph:
- An overall view
- Cracks or breaks
- Street parking nearby
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
Send us the address in North Chailey, a description and some photos: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site