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Asbestos Sampling and Testing in Compton, West Sussex
Any pre-2000 building in Compton may contain asbestos. We offer asbestos testing with written results.
- Garage roofs before replacement
- Boards and panels before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Something broken during building work
Need asbestos testing in Compton?
Options to consider in Compton
Air tests are not the same as material tests. After licensed work, an independent UKAS-accredited analyst carries out clearance testing. What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. We quote each job individually.
How we work in Compton
- Clear next steps
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Clear notes on any areas not reached
- The right survey for your plans
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Asbestos testing in Compton
Asbestos testing tells you whether a specific material contains asbestos We sample suspect materials in Compton and have them analysed by an accredited laboratory, so you know before you drill, sand or remove anything. Whether it’s textured ceilings before a renovation and answers trades need before starting, we cover flue pipes, floor tiles and black adhesive and more.
Village homes in places like Compton often mix old and newer materials, so each material needs its own test. Every job ends with paperwork: a report, results or a consignment note, so you have a record.
- Where
- Compton (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Service
- Sampling and laboratory testing
- Paperwork
- A written result for each sample
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
For landlords, agents and businesses
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Compton must manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
After we’ve finished in Compton
Some results mean the work is licensed, and we will explain what that involves.
Once we are done:
- Photos of the material help us plan
- Let us know what you want to do next
- Make the area easy to reach
- Keep the results for future work or a sale
Things not to do
Test before you book the builders, so you can plan properly.
Please don’t take your own sample; tell us where it is and we’ll sample it safely.
How we work
The sample point is sealed, so it stays safe until the result arrives. We begin by confirming exactly what we are doing.
- Tell us what the material is, where it is, and send a picture if you can
- We agree how many samples are needed and send a quote
- We take each sample with wetting and controls, and seal it
- An accredited laboratory carries out the analysis
- We send the result and explain your options
Preparing for the visit
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
- Do not disturb the material before we get there
- Let us know where we can park
Getting a price
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Helpful guides
Doing it yourself?
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials, so avoid them completely.
Compton properties and asbestos testing
Compton is about 5 miles east of Horndean, in West Sussex. We work across Compton and the surrounding area, on everything from houses and flats to workplaces and garages. Compton is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 22 miles away.
Parents and staff at schools such as Compton and Up Marden CofE Primary School can ask about the school’s asbestos management. For rented homes around Rowlands Castle station, a single material can be tested between tenancies. The South Downs National Park is within about 4 miles, and rural properties nearby often have outbuildings with roofs worth testing.
Wherever your property is in PO18, asbestos testing is available. Whether your property is on Church Lane and School Lane or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Other places close to Compton we cover include East Marden (2 miles east), South Harting (3 miles north), East Harting (3 miles north-east), Chilgrove (4 miles east) and Elsted (4 miles north-east). We also cover nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (13 miles south-east), Chichester (8 miles south-east), Selsey (14 miles south), Emsworth (6 miles south), Portfield (9 miles south-east) and Yapton (15 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Petersfield Community Hospital (5.7 miles north) and Clanfield Earthwork (4 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Compton Down.
- Local pubs include The Coach And Horses Public House (under half a mile south-west)
Good to know
Before you book, note that:
- A result tells you what the material is, not how to remove it
- A test only covers the materials sampled, so it is not a substitute for a survey before major work
- Clearance air testing after licensed work is done by an independent UKAS-accredited analyst
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Common materials
- Panels behind heaters
- Soffit boards
- Artex and textured ceilings
- Water tanks
- Bitumen adhesive
- Flue pipes
- Pipe lagging
- Garage roof sheets
- Roof felt
- Floor tiles
What it costs
The biggest factors in the price are:
- The survey type
- The size of the job
- The building’s size and layout
- Material and condition
Access makes a big difference to cost, so tell us about access.
What to photograph
What to photograph:
- The access route
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- A close-up from a safe distance
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
You will get a written quote. Just send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 with the details.
Materials we deal with
Textured coatings
Artex and similar coatings are a frequent request. Some contain a small amount of asbestos.
Boards and panels
Insulating board needs licensed work in most cases, so it’s worth knowing.
Your questions about asbestos testing in Compton
Do you cover small places like Compton?
We do: small villages are covered too. Tell us about access and parking.
How far is Compton from London?
We cover Compton, about 53 miles from central London.
Will I get the price in writing?
Yes, always.
What if my house is newer?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so buildings built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, although older materials can sometimes be reused or left in extensions.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes, we do. We work for landlords, managing agents, employers and contractors as well as homeowners.
Can you test Artex in Compton?
Yes, we test textured coatings. Older coatings can contain a small amount of asbestos.
Do I need to be at home?
We need access to every area involved in the job.
Should I use a home testing kit?
HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person, because sampling disturbs the material. We can take it for you.
Also near Compton
What else we do in Compton
- 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
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note