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Asbestos Survey in Tilford Reeds
Asbestos survey in Tilford Reeds: surveys that find, sample and record asbestos. Send us photos and we’ll tell you what you need.
- Kitchen, bathroom and rewiring projects
- Shops, offices and industrial units
- The communal parts of blocks of flats
Asbestos survey near Tilford Reeds
Choosing the right option
It can be tempting to start work without a survey. Finding asbestos halfway through a job means stopping work, extra cost and possible exposure, so surveying first is typically cheaper in the end. Access makes a big difference to cost, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
Why us?
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Condition ratings, not just a list
- Recommendations in plain English
- Reports that say what wasn’t accessed
Read our prices page and published price ranges.
Asbestos survey for Tilford Reeds properties
We survey the whole building or just the areas you are working on, whichever fits your plans in Tilford Reeds. We agree the scope with you before we start, so you know exactly what’s covered. People often contact us about checks on rental property and demolition projects, including water tanks, floor tiles and soffits.
Village properties around Tilford Reeds often come with outbuildings, which a survey can include, since cement sheeting was common on outbuildings. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, as the right approach depends on the material.
- Location
- Tilford Reeds (GU10)
- Region
- Surrey
- Service
- Asbestos surveys with lab-analysed samples
- Afterwards
- Survey report and lab results
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
The scope of an asbestos survey
A few things to be aware of:
- The report describes the building when surveyed; materials can deteriorate, so condition should be checked again over time
- A management survey is only minimally intrusive, so it won’t do before building work
- A refurbishment and demolition survey needs the areas to be empty, so timing needs planning
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Materials we see
- Pipe lagging
- Water tanks and flues
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Artex and textured coatings
- Boiler cupboards and panels
- Cement sheets and cladding
- Ceiling tiles
- Garage and shed roofs
Materials, one by one
Pipe lagging
Old lagging is one of the higher-risk materials. Work on it is licensed.
Roofing felt and bitumen
Felt on flat roofs and outbuildings is sampled where it’s in scope.
Prices and what affects them
Quotes vary because of:
- How easy it is to reach
- The survey scope
- The type of material and its condition
- Location, parking and any London charges
Dealing with asbestos before building work is generally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when everything has to stop.
What to photograph
To help us quote quickly, send:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- Labels, if any
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- Approximate dimensions
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749, and we will reply with a quote.
Surveying buildings in Tilford Reeds
Tilford Reeds is about 2 miles south-east of Farnham, in Surrey. We work across Tilford Reeds and the surrounding area, from older terraces and semis to flats, workplaces and outbuildings. Tilford Reeds is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 9 miles away.
If you have an older property in Tilford Reeds, near Church of All Saints or anywhere else, get the work areas surveyed before anything is opened up. For a school like All Saints CofE Aided Infant School, the duty holder must manage asbestos and keep an asbestos register. Parts of the Surrey Hills National Landscape are within about 5 miles of Tilford Reeds, and rural properties there often have outbuildings worth including in a survey.
Anywhere in GU10, an asbestos survey is available, from busy streets to quiet lanes. If your property is just outside Tilford Reeds, we also cover Tilford (1 mile north-east), Tilford Common (1 mile south-east), Millbridge (1 mile south-west), Lower Bourne (1 mile north-west) and Shortfield Common (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also work in Guildford (9 miles north-east), Woking (12 miles north-east), Camberley (11 miles north), Frimley (9 miles north), Haslemere (7 miles south) and Cranleigh (13 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Farnham Castle (3 miles north-west) and Museum of Farnham (2.7 miles north-west). Within reach you’ll find Upper Lake and Farnham Heath.
- Nearby schools include Edgeborough School (1.3 miles west) and South Farnham School (2.1 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include Barley Mow pub (0.6 miles east)
Duty holders and landlords in Tilford Reeds
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before anyone carries out repairs.
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
Tilford Reeds: your questions answered
Do you survey schools and community buildings around Tilford Reeds?
Yes, working with whoever is responsible for the building. Non-domestic buildings should have an asbestos register and management plan.
Do you work near Farnham station?
Yes. Farnham station is about 2.3 miles north-west of Tilford Reeds, and we cover both.
What if my house is newer?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so buildings built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, but older parts and reused materials can still contain it.
Can you survey offices and warehouses?
Yes: offices, shops, warehouses, industrial units, schools and halls as well as homes. Send us the details of the building.
Do I need a management or a refurbishment survey?
That depends on what you are planning: managing a building in use means a management survey; building work means a refurbishment and demolition survey. Describe the work and we will recommend one.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, as long as the seller agrees.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
Make the area safe first: shut the door if you can and don’t sweep it up. Then contact us for advice on the next step.
Do you give written quotes?
Always: the quote is in writing and sets out what’s included, and whether VAT is included.
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Typical surveys in Tilford Reeds
Until the 1999 ban, asbestos went into hundreds of building products. That is why so many buildings in Surrey can contain it, from garage roofs and soffits to textured ceilings and floor tiles.
People usually contact us about one of these:
- Surveys requested by builders before work
- Rented homes due for maintenance
- Planned refurbishment work
- Pre-purchase checks on older properties
If you let flats or houses near Farnham station, it helps to know what’s in the building before repairs.
Comparing quotes
- What you’ll receive in writing
- Whether extra samples cost more
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- Whether VAT is included
What happens next
Material in good condition often doesn’t need removing. The report says what should be checked, and how often it might need looking at again.
Once you know what’s there, a few simple habits help:
- Ask for the report in a format you can share with contractors
- Let us know about locked rooms or unsafe areas
- Survey first, then book the trades
- Have any old surveys or plans ready
Things not to do
Book the survey before the builders, so the results can shape your plans and your budget.
Be clear about the work you are planning, so nothing in the work area is left out of scope.
How we work
We photograph and assess the condition of everything we find, which goes into the report. Before we leave, we explain what we did and what comes next.
- Describe the property and the reason for the survey
- We set out the survey type, the areas covered and the price in writing
- On the agreed day, the surveyor inspects, photographs and samples
- Each sample is analysed by an accredited laboratory
- We send the report and explain the findings
How to prepare
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Tell us about parking and access
Ask for a quote
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Related guides
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site