Hampshire · England
Asbestos Surveys in Upper Burgate, Hampshire
Asbestos survey in Upper Burgate, from older homes to workplaces. Every job is quoted in writing.
- Planned refurbishment work
- Managing asbestos in workplaces and non-domestic premises
- The communal parts of blocks of flats
Need an asbestos survey in Upper Burgate?
Asbestos survey near Upper Burgate
We survey the whole building or just the areas you’re working on, depending on what you need. We agree the scope with you before we start, so you know exactly what’s covered. Typical jobs include pre-work surveys for trades and common parts of flats and HMOs, involving boiler cupboard panels, water tanks and floor tiles.
Rural homes near Upper Burgate have often been extended over generations, so a refurbishment survey before work checks every part being touched. Work is planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance, whatever the size of the job.
- Location
- Upper Burgate (SP6)
- County
- Hampshire
- What we do
- Asbestos surveys with lab-analysed samples
- You receive
- Written survey report
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
DIY and asbestos
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, quite apart from the asbestos, so stay off it.
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Upper Burgate buildings and asbestos surveys
Upper Burgate is in Hampshire. We cover Upper Burgate as part of Hampshire, for surveys of every size. Upper Burgate is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. We work right across the region, from Upper Burgate to Southampton (about 17 miles away).
For a school like The Burgate School and Sixth Form, the duty holder must manage asbestos and keep an asbestos register.
We cover surveys across SP6 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Salisbury Road and Fryern Court Road, and an asbestos survey is available on all of them. Nearby, we also cover Lower Burgate (1 mile south), Breamore (1 mile north), Tinkers Cross (1 mile south-west), Fordingbridge (1 mile south-west) and Upper Street (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Totton (12 miles east), Romsey (13 miles east), New Milton (14 miles south), Ringwood (7 miles south), Barton on Sea (15 miles south) and Marchwood (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Fordingbridge Museum (1.3 miles south) and Godshill Castle Hill (0.8 miles east).
- Local schools include Fordingbridge Infant School (0.8 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find Bat and Ball pub (0.9 miles north)
How we work
The surveyor photographs and records each material’s condition, which goes into the report. 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 what you’re planning
- We agree the survey type and scope, and send a quote
- We inspect and sample the areas in scope
- The samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- You get the report, and we talk you through it
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about anything that is already damaged
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Do not disturb the material before we get there
Get a quote
For a quote, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Related guides
For landlords, agents and businesses
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
If you manage or own a block in Upper Burgate, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors, and condition checked regularly.
Typical surveys in Upper Burgate
Older buildings have often been altered many times, 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:
- Shared halls, stairs and plant rooms
- Rented homes between tenancies
- Managing asbestos in workplaces and non-domestic premises
- Pre-work surveys for trades
If you have an older property in Upper Burgate, near Woodgreen Methodist Church or anywhere else, a refurbishment and demolition survey of the areas affected should come first.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
- The scope of the job, in writing
- The number of samples
- Which areas are covered, and which are not
Looking after things afterwards
After the survey you get a written report: locations, results, condition and recommendations for every material in scope.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Have any old surveys or plans ready
- Describe the work you’re planning, so the survey covers the right areas
- Book the survey before you book builders
- Let us know about locked rooms or unsafe areas
What to avoid
Tell the surveyor everything you’re planning, so nothing in the work area is left out of scope.
Before the survey, leave suspect materials alone.
Which option is right?
A survey or a sample test? Testing tells you about the materials you sample, and nothing else; a survey looks at the whole building or work area and finds materials you might not have noticed. How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so tell us about access.
How we work in Upper Burgate
- Condition ratings, not just a list
- Accredited laboratory results
- Domestic and commercial work
- Management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase surveys
Take a look at how we quote or the cost guide.
Limits to be aware of
Before you book, note that:
- Areas we cannot safely reach are listed in the report, and must be treated as containing asbestos until checked
- A management survey is only minimally intrusive, so it won’t do before building work
- The rooms in a refurbishment survey need to be cleared, so plan it around the building’s use
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal before you book.
Materials in Upper Burgate
- Boiler cupboards and panels
- Water tanks and flues
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Artex and textured coatings
- Garage and shed roofs
- Ceiling tiles
- Cement sheets and cladding
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Pipe lagging
FAQs for Upper Burgate
Can you survey a school or hall near Upper Burgate?
Yes, working with whoever is responsible for the building. The duty holder should hold an asbestos register.
Do you cover small places like Upper Burgate?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
Do you work in flats?
Yes, of course. For shared areas, ask the managing agent about the asbestos register.
Do I need an asbestos survey before renovating?
HSE’s guidance is that a refurbishment and demolition survey is needed before refurbishment or demolition work, for the areas affected.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Stop, keep people away from the area and do not sweep or vacuum up debris. Then get advice; if you are worried about your health, speak to your GP.
What if the weather’s bad?
That depends: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
Any building built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Do you give written quotes?
Yes, always, including whether VAT is included.
Materials we deal with
Pipe lagging
Old lagging is one of the higher-risk materials. Work on it is licensed.
Floor tiles and adhesive
Tiles and adhesive can be sampled separately, as results can differ.
Also near Upper Burgate
Other services in Upper Burgate
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site