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Asbestos Testing in East Wittering
Need asbestos testing in East Wittering? We cover East Wittering and the surrounding area, with plain-English advice and a written quote.
- Textured ceilings before a renovation
- A material damaged during DIY
- Tiles found under carpet
Asbestos testing in East Wittering
A closer look at the materials
Flues and tanks
Old flue pipes and loft water tanks may be asbestos cement.
Textured coatings
A small sample of the coating is enough.
About our asbestos testing in East Wittering
Asbestos testing tells you whether a specific material contains asbestos We sample suspect materials in East Wittering and have them analysed by an accredited laboratory, so you know before you drill, sand or remove anything. Typical materials include textured ceilings, panels behind heaters and floor tiles, and typical jobs are checks before maintenance in rented homes and Artex ceilings before plastering, sanding or drilling.
In areas like East Wittering, we’re often asked to test garage and shed roofs, as well as ceilings and floors in the house. Everything is explained in plain English, including when leaving a material alone is the sensible choice.
- Area
- East Wittering (PO20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- What we do
- Samples analysed by an accredited lab
- Afterwards
- Lab result in writing
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Questions from East Wittering
Is asbestos common in East Wittering homes?
Older homes can, if they date from before 2000. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you cover East Wittering from London?
We cover East Wittering, about 61 miles from central London.
How can I get a price?
Send us the details: the postcode, what you’ve found and where it is, with photos if possible. Then fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
What happens if the test is positive?
A positive result tells you the type of asbestos found. From there, we will talk through leaving it, covering it or removing it.
Do you cover East Wittering?
Yes, East Wittering is in our area. Tell us the postcode and what you need.
Can you test the air for asbestos?
Air testing is a different job from material testing, and not one we do: clearance testing after licensed removal is carried out by an independent UKAS-accredited analyst. We’ll tell you if your job needs it.
Can you help with a shop or office?
Yes: shops, offices, industrial units and community buildings as well as homes. The duty holder should be able to share the asbestos register.
Can you tell if it’s asbestos by looking?
Not by looking: a sample has to be analysed in a laboratory. We sample it with controls and send it to an accredited laboratory.
Duty holders and landlords in East Wittering
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
For managing agents and freeholders in East Wittering, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors, and condition checked regularly.
Asbestos testing in East Wittering: local notes
East Wittering is about 6 miles south-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. East Wittering is within our West Sussex area, for tests of every size. We cover 371 places in West Sussex. We work right across the region, from East Wittering to Southampton (25 miles away).
For older homes anywhere in East Wittering, from near St Anne outwards, a quick test before work is sensible. On busy roads like the B2179, parking can be tricky, so mention it when you get in touch. East Wittering is within about 5 miles of the coast; weathered soffits and canopies on coastal homes are worth testing before replacement.
Anywhere in PO20, asbestos testing is available, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your property is on Church Road, Downview Close and Stocks Lane or a nearby road, the process is the same. Being close to the B2179, East Wittering is simple for us to get to. If your property is just outside East Wittering, we also cover Earnley (1 mile east), Somerley (2 miles north-east), West Wittering (2 miles north-west), Shipton Green (2 miles north) and Almodington (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also work in Bognor Regis (8 miles east), Chichester (6 miles north-east), Selsey (4 miles south-east), Littlehampton (15 miles east), Emsworth (7 miles north-west) and Portfield (7 miles north-east).
Open spaces near East Wittering include Pilsey Island.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Thatched Tavern (0.6 miles north)
After the job
The sample point is sealed when we take the sample, so the material is left safe in the meantime.
A few practical points:
- Test everything you are worried about at once
- Leave the material undisturbed until we’ve sampled it
- Keep the results for future work or a sale
- Tell us what work you are planning
Things not to do
Get the result before work is booked, so you can plan properly.
Get the result before work is booked, so you can plan properly.
Where asbestos turns up
Many products were made both with and without asbestos, so appearance and age are not enough.
Get advice if you’re dealing with any of these:
- Textured ceilings before a renovation
- Garage and shed roofs before removal or repair
- Results builders ask for before work
- Floor tiles and black adhesive
If you work at a school like East Wittering Community Primary School, ask the duty holder about the asbestos register.
What to look for in a quote
- The number of samples
- VAT, clearly stated
- Suitable insurance for the work
- What you’ll receive in writing
Can I do it myself?
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
Limits to be aware of
We’re upfront about what’s included:
- We cannot confirm asbestos from a photo
- Testing doesn’t look for anything else, so it is not a substitute for a survey before major work
- A result tells you what the material is, not how to remove it
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Materials we see
- Water tanks
- Artex and textured ceilings
- Roof felt
- Bitumen adhesive
- Pipe lagging
- Soffit boards
- Garage roof sheets
- Floor tiles
- Flue pipes
- Panels behind heaters
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How we price asbestos testing
Prices vary with:
- The quantity or area
- Access to the area
- Roof spaces and outbuildings in scope
- The type of survey you need
The cost of asbestos testing depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. We quote each job individually.
What to photograph
When you send photos, these help most:
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Approximate dimensions
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- A clear close-up
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Then call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
How it works
Sampling a typical material takes a short time once we’re set up; the laboratory analysis takes longer. While we work, the area stays out of bounds, so arrange for pets and children to be elsewhere.
- Tell us what you want testing and where
- We agree the number of samples and send a quote
- Samples are taken with controls
- The laboratory analyses the samples
- You get the written result and our advice
Preparing for the visit
- Do not disturb the material before we get there
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
Getting a price
Each job is priced individually. Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form to get started.
Helpful guides
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site