Oxfordshire · England
Asbestos removal and surveys in OX25
We cover every part of the OX25 postcode district, which takes in Upper Heyford, Ambrosden and Upper Arncott. We survey, test and remove asbestos, with written paperwork.
Asbestos help in OX25
Towns and villages in OX25
- Upper Heyford
- Ambrosden
- Upper Arncott
- Steeple Aston
- Weston-on-the-Green
- Duns Tew
- Weston Otmoor
- Blackthorn
- Lower Heyford
- Piddington
- Middleton Stoney
- Caulcott
- North Aston
- Somerton
- Wendlebury
- Lower Arncott
- Steeple Barton
- Dane Hill
- Merton
- Middle Aston
- Launton
What we do in OX25
Send us photos and the postcode for a quote: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Neighbouring districts
Elsewhere in Oxfordshire
Towns and villages in Oxfordshire
Areas we cover
About asbestos testing in OX25
A test is the right choice when you’re worried about particular materials. If you’re planning bigger work in OX25, a survey of the areas affected is typically better, and we’ll say which makes sense. Typical jobs include boiler cupboard panels and lab results for contractors before they start, involving garage roof sheets, soffit boards and flue pipes.
We use the right protective equipment and keep people away while sampling, even for a single sample.
- Describe the material and send a photo
- 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
What you will pay
The cost of asbestos testing depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.
How we work in OX25
- Clear advice on your options
- Work done to the regulations
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Accredited laboratory results
How to get a quote
Not sure what you need? Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we will recommend the right option.
Landmarks near Upper Heyford
Our work in Upper Heyford takes us near Heyford Park Chapel and Barley Mow pub and the streets around them. Upper Heyford’s nearest station is Heyford station, about 1.8 miles west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Bicester Community Hospital (4.8 miles south-east) and Ardley Castle (2 miles north-east).
Testing materials in OX25
Testing across OX25 covers Upper Heyford, Ambrosden and Launton and 19 villages and hamlets. Textured ceilings, floor tiles and garage roofs are the most common.
Upper Heyford: If you are a letting agent with homes near Heyford station, testing before work avoids delays. For older homes anywhere in Upper Heyford, from near Heyford Park Chapel outwards, test any suspect materials before renovation.
Prices and what affects them
These are the main things that affect the price of asbestos testing:
- The type of survey you need
- The size of the job
- The building’s size and layout
- Roof spaces and outbuildings in scope
Dealing with asbestos before building work is normally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when everything has to stop.
Sending photos
Photos often save us a visit:
- A rough size or measurement
- The access route
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Street parking nearby
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
What we deal with in OX25
Asbestos was used in building products until 1999, so pre-2000 buildings across Oxfordshire may have it.
These are some of the things we deal with in OX25:
- Garage roofs before replacement
- Soffits and porch canopies before replacement
- One-off checks in rented property
- Textured ceilings before a renovation
What it might be made of
Floor tiles and adhesive
Old tiles and black adhesive can be tested separately, because results can differ.
Textured coatings
We take a small piece of the coating, from a discreet spot.
Responsibilities for owners
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before repairs are arranged.
Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos.
Can I do it myself?
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, do not sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
Common questions in OX25
When will I get the result?
Timing varies with the lab’s workload. You’ll get an estimate when we quote.
Can you help with a shop or office?
Yes. Tell us the size and use of the building and what you need.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Many jobs can be quoted from photos, though some need a visit first.
Will I get the price in writing?
Always: you get the scope and price in writing.
Can you test the air for asbestos?
We do not carry out air testing ourselves: after licensed work, an independent analyst accredited by UKAS does the clearance. We’ll tell you if your job needs it.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos is a hazard when its fibres get into the air. The related diseases often take decades to develop, which is why it’s identified before work.
When can you start?
Dates are agreed once the quote is accepted. Notifiable jobs cannot start until they’ve been notified.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site