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Asbestos Sampling and Testing in Jericho, Oxfordshire
Worried about asbestos in Jericho? We provide laboratory testing of suspect materials, explained in plain English.
- Boiler cupboard panels
- Debris found after DIY
- Tiles found under carpet
Asbestos testing near Jericho
How we work
On the day, we confirm which materials to sample and where, then take each sample with the area damped and the point sealed afterwards. If anything unexpected turns up, we stop and talk to you.
- Tell us what the material is, where it is, and send a picture if you can
- We quote for the samples needed
- Each sample is taken carefully and sealed
- The samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- You get the written result, and we explain what it means
Before we arrive
- Make sure we can get to the area
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Find any old asbestos reports
Getting a price
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
Asbestos testing for Jericho properties
Landlords, homeowners and contractors in Jericho use testing before small jobs: replacing a ceiling, lifting a floor, taking down a garage roof or fitting new soffits. Whether it’s Artex ceilings before plastering, sanding or drilling and corrugated roof sheets, we deal with panels behind heaters, flue pipes and floor tiles.
Homes in places like Jericho with older garages and outbuildings often have cement sheet roofs that are worth testing before repair. Not sure what you need? Just ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal, whichever fits.
- Area
- Jericho (OX1, OX2)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- What we do
- Samples analysed by an accredited lab
- You receive
- Lab result in writing
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
For businesses and landlords in Jericho
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before anyone carries out repairs.
Materials we deal with
Cement sheets
Grey corrugated sheets on garages and sheds are a common request. A test confirms what the sheet is made of.
Textured coatings
Artex and similar coatings are a frequent request. Some contain a small amount of asbestos.
Jericho properties and asbestos testing
Jericho is about 2 miles west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Wherever your property is in Jericho, tell us the postcode and what you need, and we’ll quote. Jericho is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover.
If you work at a school like St Barnabas' Church of England Aided Primary School, ask the duty holder about the asbestos register. For properties on main roads such as the A4144, let us know where we can park.
Anywhere in OX1 and OX2, asbestos testing is available, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Abbey Road, Combe Road and Pusey Lane or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. You’ll find Jericho on the A4144, so it’s easy for us to reach. If your property is just outside Jericho, we also cover Walton Manor (1 mile north), St John Street area (1 mile south-east), Park Town (1 mile north-east), Norham Manor (1 mile north-east) and Osney (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Didcot (10 miles south), Bicester (11 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles south), Witney (10 miles west), Carterton (14 miles west) and Thame (13 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Oxford University Press Museum (less than half a mile south-east) and Clarendon Shopping Centre (0.7 miles south-east). Open spaces near Jericho include Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds and Harcourt Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Eckersley School of English (0.5 miles south-east) and Oxford Academy (1.1 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Rickety Press pub (under half a mile south-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Somerville College Library (under half a mile east)
DIY and asbestos
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, as well as an asbestos risk, so stay off it.
Afterwards
A negative result means the material can be treated as normal.
After we have finished:
- Tell us what work you’re planning
- Send photos of the material and where it is
- Group several materials into one visit
- Clear access to the area
Don’ts
Don’t break off a piece to test yourself.
Test before you book the builders, so you can plan properly.
What’s included, and what isn’t
A few things to be aware of:
- Clearance air testing after licensed work is done by an independent UKAS-accredited analyst
- Sampling high or hidden materials may need access equipment
- Testing doesn’t look for anything else, so it isn’t a substitute for a survey before major work
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Materials we see
- Water tanks
- Flue pipes
- Artex and textured ceilings
- Floor tiles
- Bitumen adhesive
- Roof felt
- Soffit boards
- Garage roof sheets
- Pipe lagging
- Panels behind heaters
Your questions about asbestos testing in Jericho
Do you cover Jericho from London?
We cover Jericho, about 53 miles from central London.
Could my house in Jericho contain asbestos?
Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
My sample contains asbestos. What now?
Your options depend on what it is, its condition and what work you are planning: leaving it, covering it or removing it.
How do I get a quote?
Send us the details: the postcode, what you’ve found and where it is, with photos if possible. Then call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Can you help with a shop or office?
Yes. Tell us the size and use of the building and what you need.
When will I get the result?
It depends on the laboratory’s workload. We’ll give you an idea when we book.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
A survey report, laboratory results or a waste consignment note, depending on the job.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Stop work, leave the area and don’t try to clean up. Then get advice.
Options to consider in Jericho
A test or a full survey? Testing checks the materials you’re worried about; a survey checks the whole building or work area. For small jobs a test is often enough. How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
What you get
- Houses, flats and business premises
- Clear advice on your options
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase surveys
See how we quote or published price ranges.
How we price asbestos testing
Prices vary with:
- The number of materials to sample
- The survey type
- Parking and access charges
- Access to the area
The cost of asbestos testing depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. Every quote is individual.
Sending photos
What to photograph:
- The access route
- A rough size or measurement
- A close-up from a safe distance
- Damaged areas
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Then fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Places near Jericho
What else we do in Jericho
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note