Hampshire · England
Asbestos removal and surveys in PO12
We cover every part of the PO12 postcode district, which takes in Gosport, Forton and Elson. Surveys, testing and removal, planned to HSE guidance.
Asbestos help in PO12
Areas within PO12
What we do in PO12
Tell us what you’ve found and the postcode and we’ll reply with a quote: call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
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Our asbestos testing in PO12
A test answers one question: is this material asbestos? In PO12, we take samples of suspect materials and send them to an accredited laboratory, so you know before you drill, sand or remove anything. We often deal with flue pipes, black adhesive and soffit boards, and people generally contact us about Artex ceilings before plastering, sanding or drilling and lab results for contractors before they start.
Samples are small, bagged, labelled and recorded, then sent to an accredited laboratory.
- Tell us what you want testing and where
- We agree the number of samples and send a quote
- Samples are taken with controls
- The laboratory analyses the samples
- You get the written result and our advice
Pricing in PO12
Access makes a big difference to cost, so tell us about access.
What you get
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- The right survey for your plans
- Reports and results you can share
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
How to get a quote
Each job is priced individually. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 to get started.
What’s near Gosport
In Gosport, that can mean a property near Brune Park Community School, Brockhurst Primary School and St Vincent College. Also close by are St Faith's Church (0.5 miles south-east) and Queen's Head pub (within half a mile north-west). Gosport’s nearest station is Portsmouth Harbour station, roughly 2 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Gosport War Memorial Hospital (0.8 miles south) and Tricorn Centre (2.7 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Portsdown Hill and West of the River Alver.
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Southsea (3 miles south-east)
PO12: testing for homes and workplaces
Across PO12, homeowners and landlords test single materials before small jobs, from Gosport, Forton and Portsea to its villages. 11 of the places we cover in PO12 are within about 6 miles of the sea, where exposed sites can be windy, which affects outdoor roof work.
Gosport: Schools such as Brockhurst Primary School should have an asbestos management plan, and staff can ask to see how it works. If the property is on or near the A32 and B3333, tell us about parking, as stopping on main roads can be restricted.
Good to know
Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:
- If the material is in a hard-to-reach place, access may need planning
- A test only covers the materials sampled, so bigger work needs a survey
- A result tells you what the material is, not how to remove it
Materials we deal with
Floor tiles and adhesive
You may find tiles under carpet or laminate; test them before they come up.
Boards and panels
Insulating board needs licensed work in most cases, so the result matters.
What affects the price in PO12
Every quote reflects:
- The building’s size and layout
- Lofts, voids and outbuildings to include
- The type of material and its condition
- Travel and parking
Identifying asbestos early is cheaper than stopping work later, when the whole project can be held up.
What to photograph
Helpful photos:
- A picture of the whole area
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- The parking area
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Then ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Options to consider in PO12
Air testing is different from sample testing. Clearance air testing after licensed removal must be carried out by an independent analyst accredited by UKAS.
Comparing quotes
- The scope, in writing
- What exactly is included: the areas, materials or samples
- What you’ll receive in writing
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
Looking after things afterwards
We seal the sample point when sampling, so it’s safe while you wait.
- Ask us if you are unsure whether you need a test or a survey
- Let us know what you want to do next
- Don’t touch it before we arrive
- Tell us if there’s adhesive under tiles
If a material is already damaged, keep people and pets away from it, and don’t try to clean it up.
Leave the material alone until the result is back.
Common questions in PO12
Does weather affect the work?
That depends: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
My sample contains asbestos. What now?
You will know what type of asbestos is present. From there, we’ll talk through leaving it, covering it or removing it.
How do I get a quote?
Start with the postcode and a description of the material. Then send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Can you help with a shop or office?
We do, alongside homes. The duty holder should be able to share the asbestos register.
Do you work in flats?
We do. For shared areas, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
Can you test Artex in PO12?
Yes, we do: we take a small sample of the coating for the lab. Older textured coatings can contain a small amount of asbestos.
How quickly can you come out?
It depends on the job and our diary. We’ll give you dates when we quote.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- 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