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Asbestos removal and surveys in PO2
Asbestos removal and surveys across PO2, covering Hilsea, Rudmore and North End. For houses, rented property and workplaces.
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- Asbestos surveys
- Asbestos testing
- Garage roof removal
- Artex removal
- Asbestos removal
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About asbestos testing in PO2
Asbestos testing tells you whether a specific material contains asbestos In PO2, we take samples of suspect materials and send them to an accredited laboratory, so you have a written answer before any work starts. We often deal with textured ceilings, panels behind heaters and floor tiles, and people generally contact us about Artex ceilings before plastering, sanding or drilling and garage and shed roofs before removal or repair.
If we spot other materials that might contain asbestos, we will mention them, so you can decide whether to test them too.
- Tell us what the material is, where it is, and send a photo if you can
- We agree how many samples are needed and send a quote
- 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’ll pay
Identifying asbestos early is cheaper than stopping work later, when the whole project can be held up.
Why people choose us
- Management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase surveys
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Each material’s condition recorded
- Records for your files
Getting a price
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
What’s near Hilsea
Around Hilsea, we work at homes and buildings near Coach and Horses pub, St Francis' Church and Gatcombe Park Primary School and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include Springfield School (1.3 miles north-east), Trafalgar School (less than half a mile north-west) and Alexandra Park (0.6 miles south-west). The closest station to Hilsea is Hilsea station, about 0.5 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include World War I Remembrance Centre (0.8 miles east) and Tricorn Centre (2.1 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.
Testing materials in PO2
In PO2, a quick test before a small job is common, from Landport, Hilsea and Wymering to its villages. Around 10 places in PO2 are close to the coast, so outdoor roof work there is planned around the wind.
Hilsea: Parents and staff at schools such as Gatcombe Park Primary School can ask about the school’s asbestos management. If you’re a letting agent with homes near Hilsea station, a quick test between tenants is worth considering.
Should you do it yourself?
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Afterwards
Keep the results with your property records, as they’re useful when you sell or carry out more work.
- Photos of the material help us plan
- Ask us if you are unsure whether you need a test or a survey
- Clear access to the area
- Group several materials into one visit
Keep everyone away from damaged material, and don’t try to clean it up.
Get the result before work is booked, so there is no delay later.
Landlords, managing agents and employers
The duty to manage applies to non-domestic premises and common parts, not to single private homes, but contractors still need to know about asbestos before they work.
If your business premises in PO2 were built before 2000, you should have an asbestos register and management plan, and you must tell contractors what’s there.
What it costs
When we quote, we look at:
- Lofts, voids and outbuildings to include
- How many different materials need sampling
- Parking and access charges
- The type of survey you need
What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.
Photos that help
What to photograph:
- Cracks or breaks
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- An idea of size
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form, and we will recommend the right option.
Typical tests in PO2
Many products were made both with and without asbestos, so you cannot go by looks or age alone.
Get advice if you are dealing with any of these:
- Artex ceilings before plastering, sanding or drilling
- Results builders ask for before work
- Boiler cupboard panels
- Single materials in rented homes between tenancies
Your questions about asbestos testing in PO2
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes, a pre-purchase survey can help, with the seller’s permission.
My sample contains asbestos. What now?
A positive result tells you the type of asbestos found. Then the options depend on the material, its condition and your plans: leave it, cover it, or remove it.
Can I take a sample myself?
HSE’s advice is for a competent person to take samples. We can take it for you.
How do I know if a material in PO2 contains asbestos?
You cannot tell by looking; a lab test is the only reliable way. We sample it and have it analysed.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
First, keep people away from the damaged material: shut the door if you can and don’t sweep it up. Then get in touch and we will advise.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
Never: asbestos waste is hazardous and can’t go in skips, bins or recycling. It must go to a permitted site.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Stop, keep people away from the area and do not sweep or vacuum up debris. Then get advice.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site