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Asbestos Surveys in Small Dole, West Sussex
Need an asbestos survey in Small Dole? We work across Small Dole and the towns around it, with clear advice and a written quote.
- Demolition of garages, extensions and buildings
- Schools, halls and community buildings
- Common parts of flats and HMOs
Get a quote for Small Dole
What we do and do not cover
To be clear about the scope:
- A refurbishment and demolition survey needs the areas to be empty, so plan it around the building’s use
- A survey reflects the building on the day; materials can deteriorate, so condition should be checked again over time
- Areas we cannot safely reach are listed in the report, and must be treated as containing asbestos until checked
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise.
Common materials
- Ceiling tiles
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Artex and textured coatings
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Pipe lagging
- Boiler cupboards and panels
- Cement sheets and cladding
- Water tanks and flues
- Garage and shed roofs
How asbestos survey works in Small Dole
For landlords and managing agents in Small Dole, a survey gives contractors the information they need before they start. Typical jobs include surveys requested by builders before work and common parts of flats and HMOs, involving soffits, pipe lagging and flues.
Village surveys around Small Dole can include extensions, stores and stables as well as the house, each scoped separately if needed. We only recommend work that is needed.
- Where
- Small Dole (BN5)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Service
- Asbestos surveys with lab-analysed samples
- You receive
- Survey report and lab results
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
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. When we are done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows.
- Describe the property, its age and the work you have in mind
- We set out the survey type, the areas covered and the price in writing
- On the agreed day, the surveyor inspects, photographs and samples
- Samples go to an accredited laboratory for analysis
- You receive a written report with locations, results, condition and recommendations
Before we arrive
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Mention any damage before we arrive
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
How to get a quote
To get a quote, use our quote form or call 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
Related guides
Doing 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.
If you do find something during DIY, stop: keep people away, don’t sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
Weighing up your options
An old survey may not be enough. A management survey doesn’t open up walls, floors or ceilings, so refurbishment needs a fresh, intrusive survey of the work areas. Dealing with asbestos before building work is generally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when everything has to stop.
Why people choose us
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Condition assessed for every material
- Reports and results you can share
- Across London and the South East
Read how we quote or published price ranges.
After the job
Material in good condition often does not need removing. The report says what should be checked, and how often it might need looking at again.
Once we are done:
- Keep children and pets away from the areas being surveyed
- Ensure you can pass the report to your builder
- Share any previous surveys or drawings
- For flats, ask the managing agent for the asbestos register for the common parts
What to avoid
Book the survey before the builders, so there is time to deal with anything it finds.
Please do not break off pieces for us to look at: we take samples with wetting and sealing to limit any release.
Towns and villages near Small Dole
Prices and what affects them
The biggest factors in the price are:
- How many different materials need sampling
- Location, parking and any London charges
- The quantity or area
- Access to the area
Every quote says whether VAT is included, so you can compare like with like.
Helping us quote
Photo tips:
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- The parking area
- Damaged areas
- A close-up from a safe distance
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page; it helps us quote accurately.
Surveys around Small Dole
Small Dole is about 5 miles north of Shoreham-by-Sea, in West Sussex. Homes, landlords and businesses in Small Dole contact us for surveys. We cover 371 places across West Sussex. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 8 miles away.
Small Dole is within about 7 miles of the South Downs National Park, where farm buildings, barns and stables with cement roofs are common. Small Dole is within about 6 miles of the coast, and coastal properties often have porches, canopies and outbuildings that a survey can include.
For surveys in BN5, just send the postcode and a few photos. Whether your property is on Downsview, Tottington Drive and Orchard Close or anywhere nearby, we can help. Other places close to Small Dole we cover include Woodmancote (2 miles north-east), Henfield (2 miles north), Blackstone (2 miles north-east), Albourne (3 miles north-east) and High Cross (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Crawley (15 miles north), Horsham (11 miles north), Worthing (8 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (10 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (7 miles north-east) and Littlehampton (13 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Southlands Hospital (4.4 miles south) and Steyning Museum (2.6 miles south-west). The countryside around Small Dole includes Woods Mill and Truleigh Hill.
Small Dole: your questions answered
Do you work on properties 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 Small Dole from London?
We cover Small Dole, about 42 miles from central London.
Could my home contain asbestos?
You cannot tell by eye. A sample analysed in a laboratory is the reliable way to find out, and anything from before 2000 is worth checking.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Leave the area, keep others out and close the door if you can. Avoid sweeping, vacuuming or dusting, then contact a professional; your GP can advise if you are worried about your health.
Do I need to be at home?
We need access to every area involved in the job.
What paperwork will I get?
That depends on the job: a survey report, a laboratory result, or a consignment note for removed waste.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
Testing covers particular materials, while a survey covers everything in scope. Before building work, you normally need a survey.
How can I get a price?
Start with the postcode and a description of the material. Then send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
What it might be made of
Roofing felt and bitumen
Bitumen felts and mastics can contain asbestos, typically well bound in.
Insulating board
Insulating board turns up in panels, ceilings, soffits and boiler cupboards. Most work on it is licensed, so identifying it matters.
For landlords, agents and businesses
For managing agents and freeholders in Small Dole, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors.
If you run a business from older premises in Small Dole, you should have an asbestos register and management plan, and you must tell contractors what’s there.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note