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Asbestos Testing for Great Tew
Any pre-2000 building in Great Tew may contain asbestos. We offer sampling and lab analysis of suspect materials.
- Old floor tiles before a new floor goes down
- Something broken during building work
- Corrugated roof sheets
Asbestos help in Great Tew
Asbestos testing near Great Tew
Under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, anyone analysing samples to identify asbestos must be accredited to ISO/IEC 17025. We use an accredited laboratory for every sample. We often deal with flue pipes, black adhesive and panels behind heaters, and typical jobs are garage roofs before replacement and floor tiles and black adhesive.
Rural properties near Great Tew may have materials of very different ages, so testing each one is the only way to be sure. We identify materials before planning removal, because the method depends on what the material is.
- Where
- Great Tew (OX7)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- What we do
- Sampling and laboratory testing
- Afterwards
- Written laboratory result
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Can I do it myself?
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so stay off it.
What it might be made of
Roof felt and mastics
Some bitumen products contain asbestos.
Floor tiles and adhesive
We test tiles and adhesive separately where needed, because results can differ.
Looking after things afterwards
Keep the results with your property records, for future work or a sale.
A few practical points:
- Test everything you’re worried about at once
- Let us know what you want to do next
- Ask us if you’re unsure whether you need a test or a survey
- Send photos of the material and where it is
Things not to do
Don’t break off a piece to test yourself; tell us where it is and we will sample it safely.
If a material is already damaged, keep people and pets away from it, and don’t try to clean it up.
Questions from Great Tew
Do you come out to small villages like Great Tew?
We do: small villages are covered too. Just tell us how to reach the property.
How far is Great Tew from London?
We cover Great Tew, about 65 miles from central London.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Clear photos and measurements are often enough; otherwise we’ll arrange a visit.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos fibres can cause serious lung diseases years after exposure. The main risk is from disturbing it, which is why identifying it first matters.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
Keep people away from damaged material and don’t clean it up yourself. Then contact us for advice.
What does licensed work mean?
It covers the higher-risk materials: lagging, sprayed coatings and most asbestos insulating board. Only a contractor holding an HSE licence can do it.
Do I need more than one sample?
Normally one per material, sometimes more. We will recommend a number once we know more.
How do I get a quote?
Start with the postcode and a description of the material. Then ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Testing materials in Great Tew
Great Tew is about 8 miles south-west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. In Great Tew, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses. Great Tew is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 17 miles away.
Schools such as Great Tew County Primary School should have an asbestos management plan, and staff can ask to see how it works.
Tests anywhere in OX7 start with the postcode and some photos. Your property could be on The Square, Old Road and New Road or the roads around them. We also carry out tests in Little Tew (1 mile south-west), Swerford (2 miles north-west), Wigginton (2 miles north), South Newington (3 miles north) and Church Enstone (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Banbury (8 miles north-east), Bicester (12 miles east), Witney (12 miles south), Carterton (15 miles south-west), Kidlington (11 miles south-east) and Bure Park (12 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Old Forge Museum (Great Tew) (less than half a mile north) and Deddington Castle (4.9 miles east). Open spaces near Great Tew include Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Falkland Arms Public House (within half a mile north-west)
What we deal with in Great Tew
The risk usually comes from drilling or sanding something nobody had tested. Testing first avoids that.
People normally contact us about one of these:
- Answers trades need before starting
- Checks before maintenance in rented homes
- Panels behind old heaters
- Old floor tiles before a new floor goes down
For older homes anywhere in Great Tew, from near Church of St Michael and All Angels outwards, a quick test before work is sensible.
Questions to ask before booking
- The scope of the job, in writing
- The scope, in writing
- VAT, clearly stated
- The survey type, as defined in HSG264
For businesses and landlords in Great Tew
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
How we price asbestos testing
We base our quote on:
- The size and age of the building
- What the material is and its state
- Parking and access charges
- How many outbuildings are included
Our quotes are clear about VAT, so you can compare like with like.
Helping us quote
Photo tips:
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- A clear close-up
- An idea of size
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Limits to be aware of
Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:
- Clearance air testing after licensed work is done by an independent UKAS-accredited analyst
- Photos cannot confirm asbestos; only a lab can
- Sampling high or hidden materials may need access equipment
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we see
- Artex and textured ceilings
- Flue pipes
- Floor tiles
- Roof felt
- Water tanks
- Pipe lagging
- Soffit boards
- Bitumen adhesive
- Panels behind heaters
- Garage roof sheets
The process
We seal the sample point with a suitable sealant or tape, so it stays safe until the result arrives. We go over the plan with you first, so you know what’s happening.
- Describe the material and send a picture
- You get a quote for the samples needed
- Samples are taken with controls
- An accredited lab analyses them
- We send the result and explain it
How to prepare
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Dig out previous surveys
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
Ask for a quote
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page, and we’ll advise.
Helpful guides
Also near Great Tew
More for properties in Great Tew
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site