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Asbestos removal and surveys in RH4
We cover every part of the RH4 postcode district, which takes in Dorking, Westcott and Pixham. Surveys, testing and removal, planned to HSE guidance.
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Our asbestos testing in RH4
Sampling is done carefully: we wet the area, take a small piece, bag it and seal the sample point. That is safer than breaking off a piece yourself. Typical jobs include one-off checks in rented property and a material damaged during DIY, involving black adhesive, floor tiles and soffit boards.
The sample point is sealed, leaving the material safe while you wait for the result.
- Describe the material and send a photo
- We agree how many samples are needed and send a quote
- Each sample is taken carefully and sealed
- An accredited laboratory carries out the analysis
- We send the result and explain your options
What it costs in RH4
Our quotes are clear about VAT, so you can compare like with like.
Why people choose us
- Clear next steps
- Accredited laboratory results
- Management, refurbishment and demolition, and pre-purchase surveys
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
Get a quote
For a quote, fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
Landmarks near Dorking
Jobs here are often close to The Ashcombe School, St Paul's CofE (Aided) Primary School and Church of St Paul. Also close by are The Ashcombe School (0.6 miles north), The Wheatsheaf Public House (within half a mile north-west), Pippbrook House (0.5 miles north) and Deepdene Terrace (0.5 miles east). The closest station to Dorking is Dorking Deepdene station, roughly 0.6 miles north. Nearby you’ll also find Mesolithic Museum (3.9 miles south-west) and Headley Court (4.8 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Reigate Heath and Box Hill.
Where we test in RH4
In RH4, a quick test before a small job is common, from Dorking, North Holmwood and Westcott to its villages. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within easy reach of places across RH4, where rural and farm buildings with cement roofs are common.
Dorking: For properties on main roads such as the A24 and A25, let us know where we can park. If you live in an older house in Dorking, a quick test before work is sensible.
A closer look at the materials
Roof felt and mastics
Felt can be tested before re-roofing.
Floor tiles and adhesive
Old tiles and black adhesive can be tested separately, because results can differ.
Prices and what affects them
Quotes vary because of:
- Roof spaces and outbuildings in scope
- The type of material and its condition
- Parking and access charges
- Which survey type fits your plans
Access makes a big difference to cost, so tell us about access.
Photos that help
Photos often save us a visit:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- The parking area
- A close-up from a safe distance
- A rough size or measurement
Include any existing survey or test when you call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form; it helps us quote accurately.
Where asbestos turns up
Many trades will not touch older ceilings or floors without a test, and a lab result is what they’re after.
These come up again and again:
- One-off checks in rented property
- Soffit boards
- Garage and shed roofs before removal or repair
- Floor tiles and black adhesive
Looking after things afterwards
Keep the results with your property records, as they’re useful when you sell or carry out more work.
- Let us know what you want to do next
- Ask us if you’re unsure whether you need a test or a survey
- Send photos of the material and where it is
- Leave the material undisturbed until we have sampled it
Keep everyone away from damaged material, and do not try to clean it up.
Please do not take your own sample.
Should you do it yourself?
With a professional job, you get a record: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, quite apart from the asbestos, so stay off it.
RH4 questions
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
A test answers the question for the materials sampled; a survey inspects the whole building or work area and records everything it finds.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
First, keep people away from the damaged material: close it off and do not clean it up yourself. Then get in touch and we will advise.
How do I know if a material in RH4 contains asbestos?
You can’t tell by looking; a lab test is the only reliable way. We take the sample and send it to an accredited laboratory.
What if my house is newer?
Homes built after 2000 shouldn’t contain asbestos, as it was banned in 1999, though older parts, reused materials or earlier outbuildings can.
Is asbestos dangerous?
It can be, if fibres are released and breathed in. The related diseases often take decades to develop, so the aim is never to disturb it unknowingly.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Stop, keep people away from the area and don’t sweep or vacuum up debris. Then ask for advice; if you are worried about your health, speak to your GP.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes, a pre-purchase survey can help, with the seller’s permission.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site