East Sussex · England
Asbestos Surveys in Upper Dicker, East Sussex
Looking for an asbestos survey in Upper Dicker? We cover Upper Dicker and the surrounding area, with clear advice and a written quote.
- Pre-work surveys for trades
- Public and community buildings
- Kitchen, bathroom and rewiring projects
Asbestos survey for Upper Dicker
How asbestos survey works in Upper Dicker
HSE’s guidance describes two main survey types. A management survey is for a building in normal use; a refurbishment and demolition survey is for before building work. We will tell you which suits your plans in Upper Dicker. Typical jobs include checks on rental property and shops, offices and industrial units, including textured ceilings, pipe lagging and soffits.
Village houses like those in Upper Dicker have often been extended and altered over time, so we survey each part the work will disturb. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, because the method depends on what the material is.
- Location
- Upper Dicker (BN27)
- County
- East Sussex
- What we do
- Management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase surveys
- Afterwards
- Written survey report
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Surveys around Upper Dicker
Upper Dicker is about 2 miles west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Homes, landlords and businesses in Upper Dicker contact us for surveys about all kinds of jobs. Upper Dicker is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. We work right across the region, from Upper Dicker to Brighton (about 15 miles away).
Got an older property in Upper Dicker, close to Holy Trinity or further out? Get the work areas surveyed before anything is opened up. For rented homes close to Berwick (Sussex) station, share asbestos information with trades before work. Upper Dicker is within about 5 miles of the South Downs National Park, where farm buildings, barns and stables with cement roofs are common.
We carry out surveys all over BN27. We can help with surveys on streets such as Camberlot Road, Old Forge Close and Coldharbour Road or the roads around them, wherever it is in Upper Dicker. Other places close to Upper Dicker we cover include Lower Dicker (1 mile north-east), Tile Hurst (1 mile east), Lower Horsebridge (2 miles north-east), Nash Street (2 miles north) and Upper Horsebridge (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (7 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (8 miles south-west), Lewes (9 miles west), Crowborough (13 miles north) and St Leonards (15 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Agricultural Museum (3.6 miles south) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (2.8 miles north-east). Within reach you will find Firle Beacon.
- Schools near Upper Dicker include Park Mead Primary School (within half a mile south) and Hailsham Community College (2.3 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Plough Inn (less than half a mile south-west)
A closer look at the materials
Pipe lagging
If a survey finds asbestos lagging, the report will say so and recommend what to do, and must be left alone in the meantime.
Insulating board
It’s easy to mistake insulating board for other boards, which is why sampling matters.
Choosing the right option
Do you need a full survey, or just a test? A test answers the question for one or two specific materials; a survey covers everything in scope, including materials nobody had spotted. Access makes a big difference to cost, so tell us about access.
What you get
- Work done to the regulations
- Each material’s condition recorded
- Clear notes on any areas not reached
- Across London and the South East
See our prices page and our cost guide.
Prices and what affects them
The price of an asbestos survey depends mainly on:
- How much sampling is needed
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- The type of survey you need
- How many outbuildings are included
The cost of an asbestos survey depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.
What to photograph
When you send photos, these help most:
- Visible markings
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- A picture of the whole area
- An idea of size
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Then use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Upper Dicker: your questions answered
Do you cover Upper Dicker and the area around Berwick (Sussex) station?
Yes, we cover Upper Dicker and the area towards Berwick (Sussex) station, about 2.5 miles south-west.
Do you survey schools and community buildings around Upper Dicker?
Yes, working with whoever is responsible for the building. Non-domestic buildings should have an asbestos register and management plan.
How do I get a quote?
Start with the postcode and a description of the material. To do that, fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Do you survey commercial buildings in Upper Dicker?
We do: shops, offices, warehouses, industrial units, schools and halls. Tell us about the building and what you need.
When can you start?
It depends on the job and our diary. You will get available dates with the quote.
Can you quote from photos?
Often we can quote from clear photos and a description; if not, we will arrange to see it.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
Never: asbestos waste is hazardous and can’t go in skips, bins or recycling. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes: homeowners, landlords, managing agents, businesses and contractors. Send the details.
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
- Inaccessible areas are recorded, and should be presumed to contain asbestos
- A management survey is only minimally intrusive, so it won’t do before building work
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Materials in Upper Dicker
- Water tanks and flues
- Roofing felt and bitumen
- Garage and shed roofs
- Boiler cupboards and panels
- Ceiling tiles
- Artex and textured coatings
- Cement sheets and cladding
- Floor tiles and adhesive
- Soffits and porch canopies
- Pipe lagging
After the job
If the survey finds asbestos in good condition, it can often be left and managed. The report tells you what to keep an eye on.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- In a block of flats, ask for the register of the shared areas
- Book the survey before you book builders
- Keep pets and children out of the way on the day
- Clear access to lofts, garages, cupboards and outbuildings
Things not to do
Be clear about the work you’re planning, so the survey covers every area that will be disturbed.
If something has been damaged already, close the area off and let us know, rather than cleaning it up.
Towns and villages near Upper Dicker
What else we do in Upper Dicker
For landlords, agents and businesses
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before repairs are arranged.
Should you do it yourself?
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
The process
Each sample is sealed, labelled and recorded with its location, before going to an accredited laboratory. While we work, the area stays out of bounds.
- Call or message us with the address and what’s prompting the survey
- We check whether a management, refurbishment and demolition or pre-purchase survey fits, and confirm the areas
- The surveyor visits, inspects and takes small samples with controls
- An accredited laboratory analyses each sample
- You receive the report, with results and what to do next
Preparing for the visit
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
How to get a quote
You will get a written quote. Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
Helpful guides
- 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
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note