Bracknell Forest · England
Asbestos Testing for The Warren
Asbestos testing in The Warren, from older homes to workplaces. Every job is quoted in writing.
- Garage and shed roofs before removal or repair
- Results builders ask for before work
- One-off checks in rented property
Asbestos help in The Warren
About our asbestos testing in The Warren
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 panels behind heaters, soffit boards and floor tiles, and people usually contact us about textured ceilings before a renovation and soffits and porch canopies before replacement.
In areas like The Warren, we are often asked to test garage and shed roofs, as well as ceilings and floors in the house. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, as the right approach depends on the material.
- Area
- The Warren (RG12, SL5)
- County
- Bracknell Forest
- What we do
- Sampling and laboratory testing
- Paperwork
- A written result for each sample
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
After we’ve finished in The Warren
The sample point is sealed when we take the sample, so the material is left safe in the meantime.
To avoid problems in future:
- Don’t touch it before we arrive
- Tell us what work you’re planning
- Ask us if you are unsure whether you need a test or a survey
- Photos of the material help us plan
Things not to do
Keep everyone away from damaged material, and do not sweep or vacuum up debris.
Test before booking the builders, so you can plan properly.
Questions from The Warren
Do you work near Martins Heron station?
Yes, we cover The Warren, including the streets around Martins Heron station.
Do older homes in The Warren have asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in The Warren may have it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you test textured ceilings?
Yes. A small sample of the coating is taken and analysed. Older coatings can contain a small amount of asbestos.
How can I get a price?
Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, a description and photos.
Does weather affect the work?
That depends: indoor jobs aren’t affected, but outdoor removal may be rescheduled for safety.
How dangerous is asbestos?
Breathing in asbestos fibres can cause serious diseases, often decades later. The main risk is from disturbing it, which is why identifying it first matters.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Avoid sweeping, vacuuming or dusting, then contact a professional.
Do you work on commercial premises?
Yes. Tell us the size and use of the building and what you need, and any existing asbestos register.
The scope of asbestos testing
Worth knowing before you book:
- Testing does not look for anything else, so it isn’t a substitute for a survey before major work
- We cannot confirm asbestos from a picture
- Identifying the material is the first step; removal is planned separately
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Common materials
- Flue pipes
- Artex and textured ceilings
- Garage roof sheets
- Soffit boards
- Bitumen adhesive
- Panels behind heaters
- Pipe lagging
- Floor tiles
- Water tanks
- Roof felt
For landlords, agents and businesses
If your business premises in The Warren were built before 2000, you’re likely to need an asbestos register and a management plan, and you must tell contractors what’s there.
For managing agents and freeholders in The Warren, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades, and condition checked regularly.
The Warren properties and asbestos testing
The Warren is about 1 mile east of Bracknell, in Bracknell Forest. The Warren is part of the area we cover, on everything from houses and flats to workplaces and garages. We work in all 41 towns and villages in Bracknell Forest. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 11 miles away.
If you live in an older house in The Warren, get suspect materials tested before you start. Parents and staff at schools such as Harmans Water Primary School can ask about the school’s asbestos management.
We cover tests across RG12 and SL5. Local streets include Bog Lane, The Square and Mendip Road; we cover every one. Close by, we cover Martins Heron (1 mile north), Forest Park (1 mile south-west), Jennett's Park (1 mile north-west), Harmans Water (1 mile west) and Bullbrook (1 mile north). We also cover nearby towns such as Sandhurst (5 miles south-west), Binfield (3 miles north-west), Temple Park (3 miles north-west), Popeswood (3 miles north-west), College Town (5 miles south-west) and Farley Wood (3 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Heatherwood Hospital (1.6 miles east) and The Lexicon (1.5 miles north-west). Open spaces near The Warren include Heath Lake and Wildmoor Heath.
- Schools near The Warren include LVS Ascot (1 mile north-east) and Ranelagh School (1.2 miles west)
How we work
We wear suitable protective equipment and keep the work area clear, however small the job. At the end, we tell you what was done and what happens next.
- Describe the material and send a picture
- We agree the number of samples and send a quote
- We take each sample safely and seal it
- The laboratory analyses the samples
- We send the result and explain it
How to prepare
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
How to get a quote
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: send them through our contact page.
Related guides
Weighing up your options
Testing first is cheaper than stopping work mid-job, when everything stops and areas may need cleaning. Identifying asbestos early is cheaper than stopping work later, when the whole project can be held up.
What you get
- Recommendations in plain English
- Inaccessible areas listed clearly
- Clear written quotes
- Records for your files
Read how we quote or published price ranges.
Places near The Warren
Other services in The Warren
Typical tests in The Warren
Asbestos was used in building products until 1999, so materials in homes and buildings across Bracknell Forest built or refurbished before 2000 can contain it.
These come up again and again:
- Something broken during building work
- Garage roofs before replacement
- Floor tiles and black adhesive
- Answers trades need before starting
If you let flats near Martins Heron station, you can test a material while the property is empty.
What your quote should include
- The survey type, as defined in HSG264
- The scope, in writing
- Which areas and materials are covered
- If the price includes VAT
DIY and asbestos
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
What it costs
What drives the price:
- How much there is
- Material and condition
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- Travel and parking
Access makes a big difference to cost, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
Photos that help
Photos often save us a visit:
- The parking area
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- An overall view
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site