Hampshire · England
Asbestos removal and surveys in PO15
Asbestos surveys, testing and removal across PO15, from Whiteley, Heathfield and Catisfield. For homes, landlords and businesses.
Asbestos help in PO15
Towns and villages in PO15
- Whiteley
- Heathfield
- Catisfield
- Titchfield Park
- Burridge
- Segensworth
- Funtley
- Fareham
- Locks Heath
- Titchfield
- Swanwick
Services in PO15
Send us photos and the postcode and we’ll reply with a quote: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
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How asbestos testing works in PO15
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. Typical materials include garage roof sheets, textured ceilings and floor tiles, and people normally contact us about results builders ask for before work and checks before maintenance in rented homes.
We wear suitable protective equipment and keep the work area clear, even for a single sample.
- Tell us what you want testing and where
- You get a quote for the samples needed
- Samples are taken with controls
- The laboratory analyses the samples
- You get the written result and our advice
Prices in PO15
There’s no one-size price, as every job differs. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Why people choose us
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Clear notes on any areas not reached
- Covering London and the South East
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
How to get a quote
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page, and we’ll advise.
Near you in Whiteley
In Whiteley, that can mean a property near Brookfield Community School and Language College, St Margaret Mary and Whiteley Primary School and the streets around them. For anyone coming by rail, the closest station is Swanwick station, about 0.8 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find St Andrew's Castle (3.5 miles south-west) and Fareham Community Hospital (1.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Whiteley include Swanwick Lakes.
PO15: testing for homes and workplaces
In PO15, a quick test before a small job is common, in towns and villages alike. Around 11 places in PO15 are close to the coast, where exposed sites can be windy, which affects outdoor roof work.
Whiteley: For an older property in Whiteley, whether near St Margaret Mary or not, a quick test before work is sensible. If you let property close to Swanwick station, a single material can be tested between tenancies.
Choosing the right option
Home testing kits are available, but you have to disturb the material yourself to use one. HSE recommends a competent person does the sampling.
Questions to ask before booking
- Suitable insurance for the work
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- If the price includes VAT
- The scope of the job, in writing
What’s included, and what isn’t
What’s in and what’s out:
- Clearance air testing after licensed work is done by an independent UKAS-accredited analyst
- We can’t confirm asbestos from a picture
- If the material is in a hard-to-reach place, access may need planning
Landlords, managing agents and employers
If your business premises in PO15 were built before 2000, you are likely to need an asbestos register and a management plan, and contractors must be told what’s there.
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
What affects the price in PO15
Every quote reflects:
- The type of material and its condition
- How big the building is
- Which survey type fits your plans
- How many different materials need sampling
Every quote says whether VAT is included, so you can compare like with like.
What to photograph
To help us quote quickly, send:
- A photo of the whole area
- A close-up from a safe distance
- An idea of size
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
For a quote, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
What it might be made of
Roof felt and mastics
Felt can be tested before re-roofing.
Textured coatings
We take a small piece of the coating.
Common questions in PO15
When can you start?
That depends on the work and current bookings. We’ll give you dates when we quote.
Do you work on commercial premises?
We do, alongside homes. Non-domestic premises have a duty holder who should hold an asbestos register.
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; your GP can advise if you’re worried about your health.
What if my house is newer?
Buildings from after 2000 shouldn’t, because of the 1999 ban, but older parts and reused materials can still contain it.
How dangerous is asbestos?
Asbestos fibres can cause serious lung diseases years after exposure. The main risk is from disturbing it, which is why identifying it first matters.
Can you help with a flat?
Yes, of course. For shared areas, ask the managing agent about the asbestos register.
What if the weather’s bad?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor removal may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain, for safety.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site