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Asbestos Sampling and Testing in Ford, West Sussex
Asbestos testing in Ford and across West Sussex: laboratory testing of suspect materials.
- Garage and shed roofs before removal or repair
- Tiles found under carpet
- Panels behind old heaters
Asbestos help in Ford
Asbestos testing in Ford
Asbestos testing tells you whether a specific material contains asbestos We sample suspect materials in Ford and have them analysed by an accredited laboratory, so you know before you drill, sand or remove anything. From tiles found under carpet and answers trades need before starting, we deal with garage roof sheets, soffit boards and panels behind heaters and more.
In places like Ford, outbuildings and farm buildings are common testing jobs, since cement sheeting was widely used. We follow HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
- Location
- Ford (BN18)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Service
- Testing of suspect materials
- You receive
- Written laboratory result
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What we do and don’t cover
We’re upfront about what’s included:
- Sampling high or hidden materials may need access equipment
- A test only covers the materials sampled, so bigger work needs a survey
- Photos cannot confirm asbestos
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Common materials
- Flue pipes
- Water tanks
- Roof felt
- Bitumen adhesive
- Panels behind heaters
- Soffit boards
- Garage roof sheets
- Artex and textured ceilings
- Floor tiles
- Pipe lagging
Testing around Ford
Ford is about 2 miles north-west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. For tests in Ford, tell us about parking and access when you get in touch. Ford is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we work. Our area stretches from Ford to Brighton (20 miles away).
Parents and staff at schools such as The Littlehampton Academy can ask about the school’s asbestos management. If you are a letting agent with homes near Ford station, testing before work avoids delays. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles, and rural properties nearby often have outbuildings with roofs worth testing. The coast is within about 3 miles; weathered soffits and canopies on coastal homes are worth testing before replacement.
Anywhere in BN18, asbestos testing is available, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your property could be on Station Road, Ford Road and Rodney Crescent, wherever it is in Ford. We also carry out tests in Tortington (1 mile north), Horsemere Green (1 mile south), Climping (1 mile south), Wick (1 mile east) and Lyminster (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Worthing (8 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-west), Chichester (9 miles west), Selsey (11 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles east) and Lancing (11 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Arundel and District Hospital (2.1 miles north) and Rustington Museum (3.5 miles east). Open spaces near Ford include WWT Arundel.
- Local pubs include The Arundel Arms Public House At Ford Station (under half a mile north-east)
Nearby places to Ford
What else we do in Ford
Can I do it myself?
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so stay off it.
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
A closer look at the materials
Floor tiles and adhesive
Old tiles and black adhesive can be tested separately, as one may contain asbestos when the other does not.
Boards and panels
If it’s insulating board, most work on it is licensed, so it’s worth knowing.
Your options compared
Testing or a survey? A test covers particular materials; a survey covers everything in scope. For small jobs a test is often enough. There’s no one-size price, as every job differs. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Why people choose us
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Honest advice, even when the answer is to leave it
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
See how we quote and published price ranges.
Step by step
We seal the sample point with a suitable sealant or tape, so it stays safe until the result arrives. At the end, we tell you what was done and what happens next.
- Get in touch with photos
- We check whether a test or a survey suits
- We visit and take the samples
- The samples go to an accredited laboratory
- You get the result with advice on next steps
How to prepare
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Ensure we can get to the area
- Keep children and pets away on the day
Getting a price
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 to get started.
Related guides
How we price asbestos testing
These are the main things that affect the price of asbestos testing:
- The size and age of the building
- How many different materials need sampling
- Location, parking and any London charges
- What the material is and its state
The cost of asbestos testing depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. We quote each job individually.
Sending photos
Photo tips:
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Cracks or breaks
- A clear close-up
You will get a written quote. Just send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
Looking after things afterwards
If the result shows a higher-risk material such as insulating board or lagging, the work will generally be licensed, and we will explain what that involves.
To avoid problems in future:
- Tell us what work you are planning
- Send photos of the material and where it is
- If tiles and adhesive are both exposed, mention it
- Group several materials into one visit
Things not to do
Please don’t take your own sample; tell us where it is and we will sample it safely.
Get the result before work is booked, so you can plan properly.
Responsibilities for owners
If you’re responsible for a non-domestic building or the common parts of flats in Ford, you have a duty to manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
FAQs for Ford
Do you cover Ford and the area around Ford station?
Yes, we cover Ford, including the streets around Ford station.
Do you cover small places like Ford?
We do: small villages are covered too. Just tell us how to reach the property.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
The builder should stop and close off the area. We can test the material and, if needed, plan its removal.
Does someone need to be there?
Someone needs to give us access to the areas involved, and to be available for questions.
What if my house is newer?
Buildings from after 2000 shouldn’t, because of the 1999 ban, but older parts and reused materials can still contain it.
How can I get a price?
Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form. Include the postcode, a description and photos.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
Licensed work is work on the materials most likely to release fibres: pipe lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board. It needs a contractor with an HSE licence.
How long do test results take?
Timing depends on the lab. We’ll tell you the expected timing when we quote.
- 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
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site