Windsor and Maidenhead · England
Asbestos Survey in The Village
Asbestos survey across The Village, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Every job is quoted in writing.
- Pre-work surveys for trades
- Purchases of older homes and buildings
- Shared halls, stairs and plant rooms
Asbestos survey in The Village
Asbestos survey for The Village properties
The type of survey you need in The Village depends on what happens next: normal use and maintenance, refurbishment, demolition or a purchase. We will match the survey to the plan. We often deal with floor tiles, garage roofs and flues, and typical jobs are workplaces built before 2000 and demolition projects.
In a village like The Village, surveys often include barns, stables, garages and outbuildings as well as the house, since cement sheeting was common on outbuildings. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, as the right approach depends on the material.
- Where
- The Village (SL4)
- Region
- Windsor and Maidenhead
- Covers
- Management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase surveys
- Paperwork
- A written report with lab results
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Why people call us in The Village
Many buildings have been extended, refitted and repaired over the years, so asbestos can turn up in later additions as well as original features, which is why surveys look everywhere in scope, not just at the obvious places.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Demolition of garages, extensions and buildings
- The communal parts of blocks of flats
- Rented homes between tenancies
- Buying a property built before 2000
Schools such as Windsor Girls' School are non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos and keep a register.
Comparing quotes
- Which areas are covered, and which aren’t
- Whether VAT is included
- Survey methods in line with HSG264
- How many samples are included
The process
We photograph and assess the condition of everything we find, for the report. Before we start, we walk through the job with you and answer any questions.
- Send us the address and what you need the survey for
- We set out the survey type, the areas covered and the price in writing
- On the day we inspect, sample and photograph
- Samples go to the laboratory
- 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
- Find any old asbestos reports
- Tell us about parking and access
How to get a quote
Not sure what you need? Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page and describe the problem, and we’ll recommend the right option.
Helpful guides
Materials we deal with
Asbestos cement
Cement roofs, flues, gutters and tanks are among the most common finds. The fibres are bound in cement, but it releases fibres when broken, cut or abraded.
Pipe lagging
If a survey finds asbestos lagging, the report will say so and recommend what to do, and it shouldn’t be disturbed.
Also near The Village
Other services in The Village
What happens next
After the survey you get a written report: locations, results, condition and recommendations for every material in scope.
Keeping things safe:
- Make sure you can pass the report to your builder
- Survey first, then book the trades
- For flats, ask the managing agent for the asbestos register for the common parts
- Have any old surveys or plans ready
Things not to do
If something has been damaged already, close the area off and let us know.
Be clear about the work you are planning, so nothing in the work area is left out of scope.
The Village buildings and asbestos surveys
The Village is about 2 miles south of Windsor, in Windsor and Maidenhead. We work across The Village and the surrounding area, from older terraces and semis to flats, workplaces and outbuildings. The Village is one of 57 places in Windsor and Maidenhead where we work. Our area stretches from The Village to Guildford (about 14 miles away).
For rented homes close to Windsor & Eton Central station, a survey gives contractors the information they need.
Wherever your property is in SL4, we can help with an asbestos survey, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Sheet Street Road and Forest Road, and an asbestos survey is available on all of them. Other places close to The Village we cover include Cranbourne (1 mile west), Woodside (1 mile south-west), Plaistow Green (2 miles west), Cheapside (2 miles south) and Brookside (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidenhead (7 miles north-west), Boyn Hill (6 miles north-west), North Ascot (3 miles south-west), Cookham (9 miles north-west), Furze Platt (8 miles north-west) and Broomhall (4 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Windsor Castle (3.1 miles north-east) and King Edward VII Hospital (2.3 miles north-east). Within reach you will find Bray Pit and Virginia Water Lake.
How we price an asbestos survey
Every quote reflects:
- Roof spaces and outbuildings in scope
- How many different materials need sampling
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- How big the building is
How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so tell us about access.
Helping us quote
The most useful photos are:
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- An idea of size
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Which option is right?
Management or refurbishment and demolition? A management survey suits a building in use; a refurbishment and demolition survey looks behind and under surfaces before building work. See our guide to which survey you need. Our quotes are clear about VAT.
Why choose us
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Condition assessed for every material
- Practical recommendations
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
Read how we quote or the cost guide.
What we do and do not cover
So you know what to expect:
- Areas we cannot safely reach are listed in the report, and should be presumed to contain asbestos
- A survey reflects the building on the day; condition can change, so recheck it
- A management survey doesn’t open up walls, floors or ceilings, so it will not do before building work
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Materials in The Village
- Ceiling tiles
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Cement sheets and cladding
- Pipe lagging
- Artex and textured coatings
- Garage and shed roofs
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Water tanks and flues
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Boiler cupboards and panels
Can I do it myself?
If you do find something during DIY, stop: keep people away, don’t sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres.
FAQs for The Village
Can you survey a school or hall near The Village?
Yes, working with whoever is responsible for the building. The duty holder should hold an asbestos register.
Do you cover The Village and the area around Windsor & Eton Central station?
Yes, we cover The Village and the area towards Windsor & Eton Central station, about 3 miles north-east.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
Testing tells you about particular materials; a survey looks at everything in scope, including things you hadn’t spotted.
Can you help with a flat?
Yes, of course. For the shared areas of a block, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
Never: it’s hazardous waste. When we remove it, it’s taken to a permitted site with a consignment note.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
Make the area safe first: close it off and don’t clean it up yourself. Then contact us for advice on the next step.
Can you quote from photos?
Many jobs can be quoted from photos, but larger or unclear jobs may need a visit.
Is a survey needed before building work in The Village?
Yes, for the areas affected: HSG264 says refurbishment and demolition work should be preceded by a refurbishment and demolition survey.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site