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Asbestos Testing in Shorwell
Asbestos testing in Shorwell: asbestos testing with written results. Send us photos and we will tell you what you need.
- One-off checks in rented property
- Results builders ask for before work
- Something broken during building work
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How asbestos testing works in Shorwell
Asbestos materials often look just like materials without it. The only reliable way to know is laboratory analysis of a sample, and that is what we arrange in Shorwell. Whether it’s garage and shed roofs before removal or repair and results builders ask for before work, we deal with textured ceilings, soffit boards and garage roof sheets.
In towns and villages like Shorwell, outbuildings and farm buildings are common testing jobs, since cement sheeting was widely used. We explain what we find in plain English, including when leaving a material alone is the sensible choice.
- Where
- Shorwell (PO30)
- Area hub
- Isle of Wight
- What we do
- Testing of suspect materials
- Afterwards
- Lab result in writing
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What it might be made of
Cement sheets
Garage and shed roofs are often tested. Testing confirms whether it’s asbestos cement.
Floor tiles and adhesive
You may find tiles under carpet or laminate; test them before they come up.
Nearby places to Shorwell
More for properties in Shorwell
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Shorwell must manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
Can I do it myself?
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
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.
After we have finished in Shorwell
If the result shows a higher-risk material such as insulating board or lagging, the work will typically be licensed, and we’ll explain what happens then.
After we have finished:
- Tell us what work you are planning
- Test everything you are worried about at once
- Not sure between a test and a survey? Ask
- If tiles and adhesive are both exposed, mention it
Things not to do
Keep everyone away from damaged material, and don’t try to clean it up.
Leave the material alone until the result is back.
What happens
The sample point is sealed, leaving the material safe while you wait for the result. We keep the work area clear of other people while we work, so please keep children and pets away.
- Send us photos of the material
- We check whether a test or a survey suits
- Our surveyor takes the samples
- The samples go to an accredited laboratory
- You get the result with advice on next steps
Preparing for the visit
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Mention any parking restrictions
Ask for a quote
To get a quote, use our quote form or call 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
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Shorwell questions
Is asbestos common in Shorwell homes?
That depends on when it was built and altered: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Shorwell may have it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you cover small places like Shorwell?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
Is a home built after 2000 likely to contain asbestos?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so a home built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, though older parts, reused materials or earlier outbuildings can.
Do you give written quotes?
Always: you get the scope and price in writing, and whether VAT is included.
Can you tell if it’s asbestos by looking?
Not by looking: it takes laboratory analysis of a sample. We take the sample safely and send it to an accredited lab.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Often we can quote from clear photos and a description; if not, we will arrange to see it.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
No. Material in good condition that will not be disturbed can often be left and managed. It should be recorded and checked.
How long do test results take?
That depends on the laboratory. You will get an estimate when we quote.
Prices and what affects them
Every quote reflects:
- How much sampling is needed
- What the material is and its state
- The type of survey you need
- Travel and parking
We don’t publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
Helping us quote
Photos often save us a visit:
- Visible markings
- A close-up from a safe distance
- Cracks or breaks
- How we’d reach it
Each job is priced individually. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 to get started.
Limits to be aware of
What’s in and what’s out:
- Clearance testing is a separate, independent job
- A result tells you what the material is, not how to remove it
- Photos can’t confirm asbestos; only a lab can
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Common materials
- Artex and textured ceilings
- Garage roof sheets
- Pipe lagging
- Bitumen adhesive
- Panels behind heaters
- Flue pipes
- Floor tiles
- Soffit boards
- Water tanks
- Roof felt
Common reasons for tests in Shorwell
The risk normally comes from drilling or sanding something nobody had tested. Testing first avoids that.
Typical jobs in Shorwell include:
- Single materials in rented homes between tenancies
- Something broken during building work
- Panels behind old heaters
- Corrugated roof sheets
If you live in an older house in Shorwell, get suspect materials tested before you start.
Comparing quotes
- Suitable insurance for the work
- Areas included and excluded
- VAT, clearly stated
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
Asbestos testing in Shorwell: local notes
Shorwell is about 5 miles south-west of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Anywhere in Shorwell, just send the postcode, and we will quote. Shorwell is one of 125 places in the Isle of Wight where we work. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 19 miles away.
This part of the Isle of Wight takes in PO30. Streets in the area include Fine Lane, Orchards Way and Farriers Way, and asbestos testing is available on all of them. We also carry out tests in Thorncross (1 mile south-west), Little Atherfield (2 miles south), Moortown (2 miles west), Brighstone (2 miles west) and Chillerton (2 miles east). We also cover nearby towns such as Newport (5 miles north-east), Ryde (10 miles north-east), Cowes (8 miles north), Sandown (9 miles east), Shanklin (8 miles east) and Ventnor (7 miles south-east). Some remote sites need extra planning, so contact us in good time.
For somewhere as remote as Shorwell, early notice helps us plan the trip.
Nearby you’ll also find Carisbrooke Castle (3.6 miles north-east) and Whitecroft Hospital (3.1 miles north-east). The countryside around Shorwell includes Brighstone Down.
- Pubs nearby include The Crown Inn (less than half a mile north)
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site