Hampshire · England
Asbestos Sampling and Testing in Upham, Hampshire
Worried about asbestos in Upham? Our service covers asbestos sampling and testing, with clear advice at each step.
- Debris found after DIY
- Single materials in rented homes between tenancies
- Results builders ask for before work
Need asbestos testing in Upham?
Asbestos testing for Upham properties
Before small jobs in Upham, people often test first: ceilings, floors, garage roofs and soffits are typical. Whether it’s porch canopies and garage roofs before replacement, we deal with panels behind heaters, black adhesive and soffit boards and more.
In a village like Upham, we test materials on barns, stables and outbuildings as well as homes, where cement sheet roofs and cladding were often used. Every quote is in writing and spells out what’s covered, so you know where you stand.
- Where
- Upham (SO32)
- County
- Hampshire
- Covers
- Sampling and laboratory testing
- Paperwork
- Written laboratory result
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Materials, one by one
Roof felt and mastics
Felt can be tested before re-roofing.
Textured coatings
Artex and similar coatings are a frequent request. Older coatings can contain a small amount of asbestos.
Upham: your questions answered
Do you come out to small villages like Upham?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
Do older homes in Upham have asbestos?
That depends on when it was built and altered: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Upham may have it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
What if my house is newer?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so buildings built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, although older materials can sometimes be reused or left in extensions.
Does weather affect the work?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor removal may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain, for safety.
Do you test textured ceilings?
We do: we take a small sample of the coating for the lab. Some older coatings contain a little asbestos.
How can I get a price?
Just send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, a description and photos.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
Never: asbestos waste is hazardous and can’t go in skips, bins or recycling. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Do not try to clean up the debris yourself, then contact a professional.
How we work
The sample point is sealed, leaving the material safe while you wait for the result. Our team uses the right protective equipment, and use controls to keep dust down.
- Describe the material and send a picture
- We quote for the samples needed
- We take each sample with wetting and controls, and seal it
- The samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- You get the written result, and we explain what it means
Preparing for the visit
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
- Mention any damage before we arrive
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
Get a quote
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 to get started.
Helpful guides
Should you do it yourself?
Asbestos waste can’t go in household bins, recycling or skips. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Why people call us in Upham
Many products were made both with and without asbestos, so you can’t go by looks or age alone.
These are the materials and situations that most often lead to tests:
- A material damaged during DIY
- Lab results for contractors before they start
- Panels behind old heaters
- Artex ceilings before plastering, sanding or drilling
If you work at a school like Upham Church of England Aided Primary School, ask the duty holder about the asbestos register.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether extra samples cost more
- What exactly is included: the areas, materials or samples
- That the survey follows HSE’s guide HSG264
- What you’ll receive in writing
Afterwards
Some results mean the work is licensed, and we will explain what happens then.
Staying safe afterwards:
- Clear access to the area
- Test everything you are worried about at once
- Leave the material undisturbed until we’ve sampled it
- Send photos of the material and where it is
Avoid these
Until you have the result, don’t drill, sand, scrape or cut the material.
Test before booking the builders, so there is no delay later.
Limits to be aware of
Before booking, note that:
- Clearance air testing after licensed work is done by an independent UKAS-accredited analyst
- Identifying the material is the first step; removal is planned separately
- Photos cannot confirm asbestos; only a lab can
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we deal with
- Water tanks
- Flue pipes
- Roof felt
- Panels behind heaters
- Bitumen adhesive
- Soffit boards
- Garage roof sheets
- Artex and textured ceilings
- Pipe lagging
- Floor tiles
Testing around Upham
Upham is about 5 miles east of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. In Upham, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses. We work in all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 8 miles away.
If you let flats near Hedge End station, a quick test between tenants is worth considering. For an older property in Upham, whether near Church of St Mary or not, a quick test before work is sensible.
We cover tests across SO32 and the streets around it. We can help with tests on streets such as Church Street, Shoe Lane and Widlers Lane or the roads around them, wherever it is in Upham. Other places close to Upham we cover include Ashton (1 mile south-east), Lower Upham (1 mile south-west), Wintershill (2 miles south-west), Durley Street (2 miles south-west) and Bishop's Waltham (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also work in Winchester (6 miles north-west), Gosport (13 miles south), Havant (14 miles south-east), Eastleigh (5 miles west), Fareham (9 miles south) and Horndean (11 miles south-east).
A little further out are Moorgreen Hospital (5.4 miles south-west) and Bishop's Waltham Museum (2.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Bishops Waltham Branch LNR and Beacon Hill.
- Nearby, you will find Brushmakers Arms (less than half a mile north-east)
Nearby places to Upham
Other services in Upham
For businesses and landlords in Upham
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before anyone carries out repairs.
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
How we price asbestos testing
These are the main things that affect the price of asbestos testing:
- Travel and parking
- How big the building is
- How many different materials need sampling
- The type of material and its condition
What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. We quote each job individually.
What to photograph
A few photos can save a site visit:
- A photo of the whole area
- Visible markings
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- An idea of size
Include any existing survey or test when you call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form; it helps us quote accurately.
- 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