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Asbestos Surveys in Summerstown, Greater London
Buildings in Summerstown built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We offer surveys that find, sample and record asbestos.
- The communal parts of blocks of flats
- Kitchen, bathroom and rewiring projects
- Community buildings and halls
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Asbestos survey near Summerstown
If a building in Summerstown dates from before 2000, or was refurbished before then, it may contain asbestos. A survey is the way to find out: a surveyor inspects the building, takes small samples of suspect materials and records the results in a report. Common materials are soffits, boiler cupboard panels and flues, and typical jobs are kitchen, bathroom and rewiring projects and pre-purchase checks on older properties.
In a London neighbourhood like Summerstown, surveys are often for flats, converted houses and mixed-use buildings, so it matters who is responsible for which parts. Every job ends with paperwork: a report, results or a consignment note, for your records.
- Area
- Summerstown (SW17, SW18, SW19)
- County
- Greater London
- What we do
- Asbestos surveys with lab-analysed samples
- Afterwards
- Survey report and lab results
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What it might be made of
Pipe lagging
Lagging on older pipes and boilers can contain asbestos and releases fibres easily. Work on it is licensed.
Asbestos cement
Asbestos cement turns up on roofs, flues and outbuildings. Its condition matters as much as its presence.
Questions from Summerstown
Do you survey schools and community buildings around Summerstown?
Yes, by arrangement with the duty holder. The duty holder should hold an asbestos register.
Could my house in Summerstown contain asbestos?
If your home in Summerstown was built or refurbished before 2000, it may, but you can’t tell by looking. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone has to let us into all the areas in the job.
Is a survey needed before building work in Summerstown?
HSE’s guidance is that a refurbishment and demolition survey is needed before refurbishment or demolition work, for the areas affected.
Do landlords need an asbestos survey?
Duty holders for workplaces and common parts normally need one. Many landlords of private homes find one useful before maintenance.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
Depending on the job, a report, results or a consignment note.
How do I get a quote?
Just fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Is asbestos dangerous?
It can be, if fibres are released and breathed in. The related diseases often take decades to develop, so the aim is never to disturb it unknowingly.
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Step by step
If we find something that is damaged and could be releasing fibres, we tell you on the day, so you can keep people away. Our team uses the right protective equipment, and use controls to keep dust down.
- Describe the property and the reason for the survey
- You get a written quote for the agreed scope
- We inspect and sample the areas in scope
- An accredited laboratory analyses the samples
- The report comes to you, and we explain anything that isn’t clear
Preparing for the visit
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
- Clear the way to the work area
- Keep children and pets away on the day
How to get a quote
For a quote, send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Helpful guides
Where asbestos turns up
Asbestos went into roofing, boards, coatings, tiles, insulation and more, so they can turn up almost anywhere in an older building, which is why surveys are systematic.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Rented homes between tenancies
- Planned refurbishment work
- Schools, halls and community buildings
- Surveys requested by builders before work
A school such as Burntwood School counts as non-domestic premises, where the law requires asbestos to be managed; we survey non-domestic buildings by arrangement with the duty holder.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which areas are covered, and which are not
- Which areas and materials are covered
- Whether extra samples cost more
- Survey methods in line with HSG264
Surveys around Summerstown
Summerstown is about 1 mile north-east of Wimbledon, in Greater London. Summerstown is part of the area we cover, on everything from houses and flats to workplaces and garages. We cover all 764 towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Summerstown to London (about 6 miles away).
Planning work on an older building in Summerstown, whether near St Mary's Church or elsewhere? The rooms being worked on need surveying before the builders arrive. If you let flats or houses near Earlsfield station, share asbestos information with trades before work.
For surveys in SW17, SW18 and SW19, just send the postcode and a few photos. Your property could be on Weir Road, Acuba Road and Mount Road or the roads around them. You’ll find Summerstown on the A218, so it’s easy for us to reach. Other places close to Summerstown we cover include Earlsfield (1 mile north), Southfields (1 mile north), Tooting Bec (1 mile south-east), Tooting (1 mile south-east) and South Wimbledon (1 mile south-west). We also cover nearby towns such as London (6 miles north-east), City of Westminster (6 miles north), Marylebone (6 miles north), Kensington (5 miles north), St Pancras (7 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (8 miles north-east).
As a London location, Summerstown is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Other landmarks nearby include St Leonard's (2.4 miles east) and Southside Wandsworth (1.4 miles north). Open spaces near Summerstown include Wandle Meadow Nature Park and Battersea Park Lake.
- Local schools include Smallwood Primary School and Language Unit (less than half a mile south-east) and Hillcroft School (0.8 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include Leather Bottle pub (less than half a mile north)
Limits to be aware of
Before you book, note that:
- Areas we can’t safely reach are listed in the report, and should be presumed to contain asbestos
- The rooms in a refurbishment survey need to be cleared, so plan it around the building’s use
- The survey tells you what’s there; removal is a separate job
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Common materials
- Pipe lagging
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Garage and shed roofs
- Cement sheets and cladding
- Ceiling tiles
- Water tanks and flues
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Artex and textured coatings
- Boiler cupboards and panels
How we price an asbestos survey
Every quote reflects:
- How much sampling is needed
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- Roof spaces and outbuildings in scope
- Location, parking and any London charges
What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. Every quote is individual.
Sending photos
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- The parking area
- The access route
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- Labels, if any
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749, and we will recommend the right option.
Weighing up your options
It can be tempting to start work without a survey. Finding asbestos halfway through a job means stopping work, extra cost and possible exposure, which is why surveying first tends to save money. There’s no one-size price, as every job differs. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
What you get
- Practical recommendations
- Records for your files
- Covering London and the South East
- Management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase surveys
Take a look at how we quote or our cost guide.
Landlords, managing agents and employers
If you run a business from older premises in Summerstown, you should have an asbestos register and management plan, and you must tell contractors what’s there.
If you manage or own a block in Summerstown, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades, and condition checked regularly.
What happens next
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:
- Describe the work you are planning, so the survey covers the right areas
- Share any previous surveys or drawings
- In a block of flats, ask for the register of the shared areas
- Tell us about any areas that are locked or unsafe
Don’ts
Please don’t break off pieces for us to look at: sampling is part of the survey, done with controls to keep dust down.
If something has been damaged already, close the area off and let us know.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site