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Asbestos Testing for Hurlingham
Asbestos testing for properties in Hurlingham and Greater London: laboratory testing of suspect materials, with written paperwork.
- Soffits and porch canopies before replacement
- Tiles found under carpet
- Lab results for contractors before they start
Get a quote for Hurlingham
Materials we deal with
Textured coatings
Artex and similar coatings are a frequent request. Some contain a small amount of asbestos.
Roof felt and mastics
Some bitumen products contain asbestos.
Asbestos testing near Hurlingham
Testing suits one or two specific materials. For larger projects in Hurlingham, a survey covers more, and we’ll tell you honestly which you need. Typical jobs include debris found after DIY and boards and panels before a kitchen or bathroom refit, including panels behind heaters, soffit boards and garage roof sheets.
Properties in Hurlingham may have layers of past work, so testing what’s actually there matters. We start with a clear answer: is it asbestos, and what should you do about it.
- Location
- Hurlingham (SW6, SW18, SW15)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- What we do
- Samples analysed by an accredited lab
- You receive
- Written laboratory result
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Places near Hurlingham
What else we do in Hurlingham
Responsibilities for owners
Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
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.
How it works
If we spot other materials that might contain asbestos, we’ll mention them, in case you want them tested as well. Our team uses the right protective equipment, and use controls to keep dust down.
- Get in touch with photos
- We confirm a test is the right choice, rather than a survey
- Our surveyor takes the samples
- The samples go to an accredited laboratory
- We explain what the result means for your plans
Getting ready
- Don’t disturb the material before we get there
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
- Let us know if something’s broken
How to get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: just fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
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Why people call us in Hurlingham
HSE’s advice is for a competent person to take samples, since sampling disturbs the material.
People generally contact us about one of these:
- Soffit boards
- Boards and panels before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- A material damaged during DIY
- Results builders ask for before work
At a school like Sulivan Primary School, the duty holder keeps asbestos records, which staff and parents can ask about.
Before booking anyone
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- Survey methods in line with HSG264
- The report contents
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
After we’ve finished in Hurlingham
Each sample gets a written result, showing whether asbestos was found and the type.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Photos of the material help us plan
- If tiles and adhesive are both exposed, mention it
- Make the area easy to reach
- Tell us what work you’re planning
What to avoid
Get the result before work is booked, so there’s no delay later.
Take photos from a safe distance, without touching the material.
Hurlingham properties and asbestos testing
Hurlingham is about 2 miles south of Kensington, in Greater London. Wherever your property is in Hurlingham, tell us the postcode and what you need. We work in all 764 towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
If you let property close to Imperial Wharf station, you can test a material while the property is empty. If the property is on or near the A304, tell us about parking, as stopping on main roads can be restricted.
Anywhere in SW6, SW18 and SW15, we can help with asbestos testing, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Buer Road, Ewald Road and Dolby Road or a nearby road, we can help. Hurlingham sits on or near the A304, so mention parking if the property is on one. Neighbouring places we cover include Parsons Green (1 mile north), Walham Green (1 mile north-east), Chelsea Harbour (1 mile east), Sands End (1 mile east) and West Brompton (1 mile north). We also cover nearby towns such as London (5 miles north-east), City of Westminster (4 miles north-east), Marylebone (4 miles north-east), St Pancras (5 miles north-east), Shoreditch (6 miles north-east) and Walthamstow (11 miles north-east).
Hurlingham is in London, inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, where parking and loading can be restricted: tell us about parking, permits and access when you ask for a quote.
Other landmarks nearby include Ladbroke Estate (2.9 miles north) and Western Hospital (1 mile north). Within reach you will find Battersea Park Lake and WWT London Wetland Centre.
- Nearby schools include Lady Margaret School (less than half a mile north) and Queensmill School (less than half a mile east)
- Pubs nearby include Duke of Cumberland pub (under half a mile north)
Doing it yourself?
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
A professional job comes with paperwork: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
Choosing the right option
Air tests are not the same as material tests. After licensed work, an independent UKAS-accredited analyst carries out clearance testing. Dealing with asbestos before building work is typically cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
Why us?
- The right survey for your plans
- Recommendations in plain English
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Accredited laboratory results
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
Common questions in Hurlingham
Is asbestos common in Hurlingham homes?
Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. A sample test is the only reliable answer. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Do you work in Hurlingham despite London parking restrictions?
Yes, we work across London. Let us know the parking situation and we will plan around it.
Is asbestos dangerous?
It can be, if fibres are released and breathed in. The related diseases often take decades to develop, so the aim is never to disturb it unknowingly.
Do you cover Hurlingham?
Yes, Hurlingham is in our area. Tell us the postcode and what you need.
Should I use a home testing kit?
HSE’s advice is for a competent person to take samples. We can take it for you.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Photos are often enough to give a quote, though some need a visit first.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Tell us about the property and what you need.
Do you test textured ceilings?
Yes, we do: a small piece of the coating is sampled and analysed. Older textured coatings can contain a small amount of asbestos.
What’s included, and what isn’t
To be clear about the scope:
- A test only covers the materials sampled, so bigger work needs a survey
- Photos can’t confirm asbestos; only a lab can
- If the material is in a hard-to-reach place, access may need planning
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
What we deal with
- Artex and textured ceilings
- Floor tiles
- Garage roof sheets
- Soffit boards
- Roof felt
- Flue pipes
- Water tanks
- Bitumen adhesive
- Panels behind heaters
- Pipe lagging
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site