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Asbestos Survey in Tufnell Park
Worried about asbestos in Tufnell Park? We provide asbestos surveys for homes, landlords and businesses, explained in plain English.
- Demolition of garages, extensions and buildings
- Shared halls, stairs and plant rooms
- Shops, offices and industrial units
Asbestos help in Tufnell Park
How it works
Each sample is sealed, labelled and recorded with its location, then sent to an accredited laboratory. Nobody else needs to be in the work area, so children and pets should be kept elsewhere.
- Tell us about the building, its age and why you need a survey
- We agree the type of survey and the areas it covers, and send a quote
- We inspect the areas in scope and sample suspect materials
- Each sample is analysed by an accredited laboratory
- You receive a written report with locations, results, condition and recommendations
Preparing for the visit
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Mention any parking restrictions
- Dig out previous surveys
How to get a quote
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
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How asbestos survey works in Tufnell Park
Any building in Tufnell Park built or refurbished before 2000 can 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. People often contact us about buying a property built before 2000 and contractors’ requests for an asbestos report, including textured ceilings, water tanks and pipe lagging.
In places like Tufnell Park, many surveys are for flats, conversions and buildings with shops below, where the shared parts fall under the duty to manage and each flat is the owner’s responsibility. We only recommend work that is needed, and we’ll say when the right answer is to leave something alone.
- Location
- Tufnell Park (NW5, N19, N7)
- County
- Greater London
- What we do
- Management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase surveys
- Afterwards
- A written report with lab results
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Doing it yourself?
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, quite apart from the asbestos, so never climb onto one.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, do not sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
Options to consider in Tufnell Park
An existing survey might not cover your plans. A management survey does not open up walls, floors or ceilings, so planned refurbishment usually needs a refurbishment and demolition survey of those areas. Identifying asbestos early is cheaper than stopping work later, when the whole project can be held up.
Why people choose us
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- Condition ratings, not just a list
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Clear advice on your options
See our prices page and the cost guide.
Typical surveys in Tufnell Park
Most of the risk from asbestos comes from disturbing it without knowing it’s there. A survey removes the guesswork before work starts.
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting advice:
- Common parts of flats and HMOs
- Rented homes between tenancies
- Pre-work surveys for trades
- Demolition projects
For rented homes close to Upper Holloway station, a survey gives contractors the information they need.
Comparing quotes
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
- Whether extra samples cost more
- The scope, in writing
- The report contents
Surveying buildings in Tufnell Park
Tufnell Park is about 2 miles west of Highbury, in Greater London. For surveys in Tufnell Park, tell us about parking and access. We cover all 764 towns and villages in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
If you have an older property in Tufnell Park, near Church of St Benet and All Saints or anywhere else, a refurbishment and demolition survey of the areas affected should come first. A school such as Eleanor Palmer Primary School counts as non-domestic premises, where the law requires asbestos to be managed.
Surveys anywhere in NW5, N19 and N7 start with the postcode and some photos. Streets in the area include Hugo Road, Ward Road and Anson Road, and an asbestos survey is available on all of them. For properties just outside Tufnell Park, we cover Dartmouth Park (1 mile west), Upper Holloway (1 mile north), Gospel Oak (1 mile west), Lissenden Gardens (1 mile west) and Holloway (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover London (4 miles south-east), City of Westminster (3 miles south), Marylebone (3 miles south), Kensington (5 miles south-west), Shoreditch (3 miles south-east) and Walthamstow (5 miles north-east).
Tufnell Park 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.
Well-known places in the area include Montfichet's Tower (3.3 miles south-east) and O2 Centre (2.1 miles west). The countryside around Tufnell Park includes St. James's Park Lake and Dartmouth Park Hill.
- Nearby schools include Acland Burghley School (under half a mile west) and Musical Theatre Academy (1.3 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Boston Arms Public House (less than half a mile west)
- Other local spots include Metropolitan Borough of Hampstead (1.4 miles west) and Vaughan Williams Memorial Library (1.5 miles south-west)
Duty holders and landlords in Tufnell Park
Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos.
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
Materials we deal with
Insulating board
It’s easy to mistake insulating board for other boards, which is why sampling matters.
Pipe lagging
Lagging found in a survey is flagged clearly, and must be left alone in the meantime.
Your questions about an asbestos survey in Tufnell Park
Do you survey schools and community buildings around Tufnell Park?
Yes, working with whoever is responsible for the building. Non-domestic buildings should have an asbestos register and management plan.
Do you cover Tufnell Park and the area around Upper Holloway station?
Yes. Upper Holloway station is about 0.5 miles north-east of Tufnell Park, and we cover both.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do. Landlords, agents, businesses and builders all use our services.
What does licensed work mean?
Work on higher-risk materials, such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board, is licensed and must be done by an HSE-licensed contractor. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed.
Could my home contain asbestos?
Looking won’t tell you. A sample analysed in a laboratory is the reliable way to find out, and anything from before 2000 is worth checking.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Of course. With the seller’s agreement, a pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you commit.
Can you quote from photos?
Photos are often enough to give a quote, though some need a visit first.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
Never: it’s hazardous waste. We take it to a permitted site with paperwork.
What it costs
When we quote, we look at:
- How many outbuildings are included
- How many different materials need sampling
- Location, parking and any London charges
- How easy it is to reach
Every quote says whether VAT is included, so you can compare like with like.
Helping us quote
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- How we’d reach it
- A picture of the whole area
- Cracks or breaks
- Where we could park
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form, and we will reply with a quote.
Towns and villages near Tufnell Park
What else we do in Tufnell Park
Limits to be aware of
Some limits to bear in mind:
- A survey reflects the building on the day; condition can change, so recheck it
- A refurbishment and demolition survey needs the areas to be empty, so timing needs planning
- Inaccessible areas are recorded, and should be presumed to contain asbestos
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Common materials
- Water tanks and flues
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Garage and shed roofs
- Cement sheets and cladding
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Boiler cupboards and panels
- Artex and textured coatings
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Pipe lagging
- Ceiling tiles
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note