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Asbestos removal and surveys in SO16
Planning work on an older property in SO16? We cover Maybush, Coxford and Lordswood and the rest of the district, with written quotes and paperwork.
Need asbestos advice in SO16?
Where we work in SO16
- Maybush
- Coxford
- Lordswood
- Rownhams
- Swaythling
- Bassett Green
- Bassett
- Nursling
- Hillyfields
- Chilworth
- Upton
- Chilworth Old Village
- Southampton
- Shirley
- Regents Park
- Freemantle
- Highfield
- Millbrook
- Mansbridge
- Redbridge
- Ashfield
Services in SO16
Send us photos and the postcode and we’ll reply with a quote: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Asbestos testing across SO16
We take each sample with controls to keep dust down: 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 answers trades need before starting and single materials in rented homes between tenancies, involving garage roof sheets, black adhesive and textured ceilings.
We use the right protective equipment and keep people away while sampling, even for a single sample.
- Let us know which materials you’re worried about
- We confirm the number of samples and the price
- We visit, take the samples and seal each point
- We send the samples to an accredited laboratory
- The written results come back to you, and we explain them
What it costs in SO16
Our quotes are clear about VAT.
Why people choose us
- Domestic and commercial work
- Records for your files
- Inaccessible areas listed clearly
- Condition ratings, not just a list
How to get a quote
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: send them through our contact page.
Landmarks near Maybush
In Maybush, that can mean a property near St Peter's Church, St James' Park and Millbrook Community School and the streets around them. Nearby too are Bridge Tavern (within half a mile north-east), Newlands Primary School (within half a mile south-west) and Regents Park Community College (0.7 miles south-east). Maybush’s nearest station is Redbridge station, about 1.2 miles south-west. Nearby you’ll also find Eling Experience (1.8 miles south-west) and Western Community Hospital (within half a mile south). The countryside around Maybush includes Testwood Lakes.
Asbestos testing across SO16
Across SO16, homeowners and landlords test single materials before small jobs, from Shirley, Regents Park and Maybush to its villages. Around 21 places in SO16 are close to the coast, where exposed sites can be windy, which affects outdoor roof work.
Maybush: If you let flats near Redbridge station, you can test a material while the property is empty. If you work at a school like Newlands Primary School, ask the duty holder about the asbestos register.
Landlords, managing agents and employers
If you manage or own a block in SO16, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors.
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
What it might be made of
Floor tiles and adhesive
We test tiles and adhesive separately where needed, as one may contain asbestos when the other does not.
Flues and tanks
Old flue pipes and loft water tanks may be asbestos cement.
Good to know
It’s worth knowing what asbestos testing does and doesn’t cover:
- Photos cannot confirm asbestos
- A test only covers the materials sampled, so it isn’t a substitute for a survey before major work
- A result tells you what the material is, not how to remove it
How we price asbestos testing
Our quotes take into account:
- Travel and parking
- The size and age of the building
- How easy it is to reach
- How much sampling is needed
There’s no one-size price, as every job differs. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
What to photograph
To help us quote quickly, send:
- Visible markings
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- A wide shot showing where the material is
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: just use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
What we deal with in SO16
A test can stop you paying for removal you don’t need, which saves time and money.
These come up again and again:
- Garage roofs before replacement
- Artex before downlights or rewiring
- Results builders ask for before work
- Boards and panels before a kitchen or bathroom refit
FAQs for SO16
How do I get a quote?
Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, a description and photos.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Many jobs can be quoted from photos, though some need a visit first.
How dangerous is asbestos?
It can be, if fibres are released and breathed in. Diseases linked to it, such as mesothelioma and asbestosis, can appear many years later, which is why it’s identified before work.
Can you test Artex in SO16?
Yes. A small sample of the coating is taken and analysed. Older coatings can contain a small amount of asbestos.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
Never: it’s hazardous waste. When we remove it, it’s taken to a permitted site with a consignment note.
When can you start?
That depends on the work and current bookings. We’ll give you dates when we quote.
Will I get the price in writing?
Every time: you get the scope and price in writing.
- 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
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site