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Asbestos Surveys in Richmond, Greater London
Worried about asbestos in Richmond? Our service covers management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase asbestos surveys, with clear advice at each step.
- Rented homes due for maintenance
- Demolition projects
- Managing asbestos in workplaces and non-domestic premises
Asbestos survey for Richmond
Asbestos survey for Richmond properties
What you are planning in Richmond decides the survey: managing the building, refurbishing it, knocking it down or buying it. We’ll match the survey to the plan. From checks on rental property and demolition projects, we deal with garage roofs, water tanks and pipe lagging.
For London properties like those in Richmond, the scope matters most: a whole building, one flat, or just the rooms being refitted. Everything is explained in plain English, including when leaving a material alone is the sensible choice.
- Where
- Richmond (TW9, TW1, TW10)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- What we do
- Surveys for homes, landlords and businesses
- Paperwork
- Written survey report
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
What we do and don’t cover
Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:
- A management survey doesn’t open up walls, floors or ceilings, so it will not do before building work
- The report describes the building when surveyed; condition can change, so recheck it
- The survey tells you what’s there; removal is a separate job, though we can quote for that too
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise.
Common materials
- Garage and shed roofs
- Cement sheets and cladding
- Water tanks and flues
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Pipe lagging
- Ceiling tiles
- Boiler cupboards and panels
- Artex and textured coatings
- Soffits and porch canopies
For landlords, agents and businesses
Landlords of single homes don’t have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, while the property is empty.
Materials, one by one
Roofing felt and bitumen
Some older roofing felts, bitumen products and mastics contain asbestos, usually well bound in.
Floor tiles and adhesive
Tiles and adhesive can be sampled separately, because one may contain asbestos when the other does not.
What affects the price in Richmond
These are the main things that affect the price of an asbestos survey:
- Which survey type fits your plans
- The size and age of the building
- How many samples are needed
- The type of material and its condition
Dealing with asbestos before building work is normally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
Helping us quote
Photo tips:
- A photo of the whole area
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- The parking area
- The access route
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page, and we’ll reply with a quote.
What we deal with in Richmond
For workplaces and common parts, the law requires asbestos to be identified and its risk assessed. A survey is the usual way to do that.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Demolition of garages, extensions and buildings
- Checks on rental property
- Purchases of older homes and buildings
- The communal parts of blocks of flats
Halls and leisure centres near Richmond fall into the non-domestic category, where the duty to manage asbestos applies.
Before you book anyone
- Areas included and excluded
- Which areas and materials are covered
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- VAT, clearly stated
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, which is why surveying first tends to save money. What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. We quote each job individually.
Why people choose us
- Clear notes on any areas not reached
- Domestic and commercial work
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
Read how we quote or our cost guide.
Afterwards
Share the report with builders and trades before they start, so nobody disturbs asbestos by accident.
Once you know what’s there, a few simple habits help:
- Clear access to lofts, garages, cupboards and outbuildings
- Have any old surveys or plans ready
- Keep pets and children out of the way on the day
- Survey first, then book the trades
Avoid these
If something has been damaged already, close the area off and let us know, rather than cleaning it up.
Book the survey before the builders, so the results can shape your plans and your budget.
Surveying buildings in Richmond
Richmond is about 5 miles south-west of Kensington, in Greater London. Richmond is part of the area we cover, from older terraces and semis to flats, workplaces and outbuildings. We cover 764 places across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 9 miles away.
Planning work on an older building in Richmond, whether near The Vineyard Church or elsewhere? Survey the areas you are working on before work starts. Schools such as The Vineyard School are non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos and keep a register, and a management survey is normally where that starts.
Wherever your property is in TW9, TW1 and TW10, we can help with an asbestos survey. Local streets include Kew Road, Dee Road and Park Road; we cover every one. Other places close to Richmond we cover include Petersham (1 mile south), St Margarets (1 mile west), Eel Pie Island (1 mile south-west), Ham (1 mile south) and Isleworth (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also work in London (9 miles east), City of Westminster (8 miles north-east), Marylebone (8 miles north-east), Kensington (5 miles north-east), St Pancras (9 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (11 miles north-east).
Richmond is in London, inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, where parking and loading can be restricted: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Other landmarks nearby include South Middlesex Hospital (1.6 miles west) and Eel Pie Island Museum (1.2 miles south-west). The countryside around Richmond includes Richmond Hill and Ham Lands.
- Local schools include Christ's Church of England Comprehensive Secondary School (0.6 miles east) and Kneller Hall Junior School (0.7 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Victoria pub (less than half a mile north-west)
- Other local spots include Municipal Borough of Heston and Isleworth (2.3 miles north-west)
Places near Richmond
Other services in Richmond
What happens
If a material is damaged, we will say so before we leave, rather than waiting for the report. When we’re done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows.
- Let us know the address and why you need a survey
- We set out the survey type, the areas covered and the price in writing
- The surveyor visits, inspects and takes small samples with controls
- Each sample is analysed by an accredited laboratory
- You receive the report, with results and what to do next
Before we arrive
- Tell us about parking and access
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
How to get a quote
Every job is quoted in writing. Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
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FAQs for Richmond
Do you work in Richmond despite London parking restrictions?
Yes, we work across London. Tell us about parking, permits and access so we can plan.
Do older homes in Richmond have asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Richmond may have it. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
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.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey, arranged with the seller’s permission, shows what asbestos is there before you exchange.
Does weather affect the work?
It depends on the job: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
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 send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not always: sound material that will not be disturbed can often stay. It should be recorded and checked.
What paperwork will I get?
That depends on the job: a survey report, a laboratory result, or a consignment note for removed waste.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- 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