Asbestos Survey Types
Asbestos Survey Types in Southern England
At JSL Asbestos Solutions, we offer professional asbestos surveys tailored to meet your needs. Whether you’re managing a property, purchasing your dream home, or planning a refurbishment or demolition project, our surveys provide detailed insights into asbestos-containing materials (ACMs).
Our Management Asbestos Surveys are designed for property owners and managers to identify and safely manage asbestos risks. For those buying a property, our Home Buyers Asbestos Surveys (Pre-Purchase) deliver peace of mind, ensuring you’re informed about any asbestos presence before you commit.
For refurbishment or demolition work, we also offer Refurbishment & Demolition Asbestos Surveys, which identify potential asbestos risks before any disturbance or demolition takes place.
Asbestos Management Surveys &
Home Buyers Survey (Pre Purchase).
Management Asbestos Survey:
We provide management surveys, helping to identify asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in your building. Our experts assess risks and provide actionable recommendations for safe management or removal these include Home Buyers Surveys (Pre Purchase)
Home Buyers Survey (Pre Purchase)
Benefits of an Asbestos Survey for Home Buyers:
Peace of Mind: Avoid any unpleasant surprises by knowing the asbestos risks in your future home. Our surveys give you confidence that the property is safe or highlight areas that need attention.
Protection for Your Investment: An asbestos survey can prevent costly removal or repairs down the line, giving you more control over your budget and home-buying decision.
Compliant with Regulations: Our surveys help ensure that your new home complies with health and safety regulations. If you plan to make changes, knowing about asbestos beforehand will ensure safe practices during renovations.
5 Facts About Asbestos
Found in Properties Built Before 2000
Asbestos was widely used in construction until its ban in 1999, meaning many older buildings still contain this hazardous material.
Health Risks from Invisible Fibres
Inhaling asbestos fibres can cause serious illnesses like asbestosis, mesothelioma, and lung cancer, often years after exposure.
Kills Over 5,000 People Annually in the UK
Asbestos was widely used in construction until its ban in 1999, meaning many older buildings still contain this hazardous material.
Can't Spot it Without Testing
Asbestos isn’t always visible—professional surveys and testing are crucial for safe identification and management.
Legal Duty to Manage Asbestos
UK law requires property owners and managers to assess and control asbestos risks to protect health and safety.
How Our Asbestos Survey Process Works
At JSL Asbestos, our aim is to give you clear, trustworthy insights into the asbestos risks in your property. Below is a breakdown of how our survey process typically works, from initial consultation through to reporting and ongoing monitoring.
1. Initial Consultation & Site Assessment
We begin by speaking with you to understand your property, its age, layout, and planned activities (e.g. refurbishment, sale, demolition). This helps us choose the right type of survey, scope out access requirements, and agree a schedule that minimises disruption.
2. On-Site Survey & Sampling
Our fully qualified surveyors visit your property and carry out a thorough inspection. They visually examine all accessible areas to identify potential asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). Where needed, they collect bulk samples from materials such as insulation, ceiling tiles, pipes, floor coverings, or cladding — always following strict health & safety protocols and minimising disturbance.
3. Laboratory Analysis
All collected samples are sent to an accredited UKAS (ISO 17025) laboratory for testing. The lab determines whether asbestos is present, and if so, which type (e.g. chrysotile, amosite, crocidolite). This gives us the confidence to classify any risks accurately.
4. Reporting & Risk Assessment
Once lab results are back, we deliver a detailed survey report. It includes:
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Locations and condition of any ACMs
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An assessment of risk levels
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Clear recommendations for management, remedial works or removal
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A plan for periodic reinspection if the ACMs remain in place
We also explain your legal obligations so you can make informed decisions.
5. Ongoing Monitoring & Reinspection
Asbestos doesn’t always present immediate danger, but it can deteriorate over time. If ACMs remain, we schedule reinspection surveys (typically every 12 – 36 months) to reassess condition, monitor changes, and update your risk control measures.
Asbestos Refurbishment & Demolition Surveys
When planning refurbishment or demolition projects in Essex or London, it’s crucial to ensure asbestos is safely managed to protect both workers and the environment. At JSL Asbestos Solutions, we specialise in refurbishment and demolition asbestos surveys to help property owners, contractors, and developers across Essex and London identify and manage asbestos risks before starting construction or demolition work.
By choosing JSL Asbestos Solutions for your refurbishment and demolition asbestos surveys in Essex and London, you can ensure your projects are compliant, safe, and free from asbestos-related risks.
Why you need an Asbestos Refurbishment & Demolition Survey
What is a Refurbishment & Demolition Asbestos Survey?
When planning refurbishment or demolition projects, ensuring that asbestos is safely managed is crucial to protect both workers and the environment. JSL Asbestos Solutions specialises in refurbishment and demolition asbestos surveys to help property owners, contractors, and developers identify and manage asbestos risks before starting construction work.
Why Are Refurbishment & Demolition Asbestos Surveys Important?
Asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) were widely used in buildings before the 1999/2000 ban, making older properties particularly vulnerable to asbestos-related risks during refurbishment or demolition. Disturbing these materials can release hazardous fibers into the air, posing serious health risks, including lung cancer, asbestosis, and mesothelioma.
Legal Compliance:
Under UK law, a survey must be conducted before refurbishment or demolition work on any building built before 1999/2000 and sometimes a few years later. Failure to do so can result in legal consequences, fines, and delays.
Refurbishment Asbestos Survey:
A refurbishment asbestos survey is essential when planning any alterations or improvements to a building. It identifies ACMs that could be disturbed during renovation works such as rewiring, re-plastering, or new installations. This survey ensures all asbestos risks are addressed before work begins, minimizing potential exposure.
Demolition Asbestos Survey:
If you're demolishing a building, a demolition asbestos survey is a legal requirement. This survey is more detailed and invasive, ensuring that all asbestos materials within the structure are identified. It provides a clear map of asbestos locations, so it can be safely removed or contained before demolition starts.
Bulk Sampling Testing
What is Bulk Asbestos Sampling?
Bulk asbestos sampling is the process of collecting samples from materials within a building or structure to test for the presence of asbestos. This can include materials such as insulation, flooring, ceiling tiles, drywall, roofing, and more. Once collected, the samples are analysed in a UKAS (iso 17025) laboratory to determine if asbestos fibers are present and, if so, what type and concentration of asbestos it contains.
At JSL Asbestos Solutions, our Certified professionals follow strict protocols to safely and efficiently collect bulk samples, ensuring minimal disruption to your property and compliance with health and safety regulations.
Contact JSL Asbestos Solutions Today
Protect your property and the health of your employees, tenants, and visitors with reliable, efficient and accurate bulk asbestos sampling from JSL Asbestos Solutions. Our professional team ensures your property is properly assessed and compliant with all asbestos regulations.
Contact us today to schedule your bulk asbestos sampling or learn more about our full range of asbestos management services.
Asbestos Reinspection
Contact JSL Asbestos for Reliable Asbestos Reinspection
Ensure the ongoing safety and compliance of your property with professional asbestos reinspection services from JSL Asbestos. Our licensed team provides timely (12 – 36 Monthly), detailed inspections to help you maintain a safe environment and stay compliant with all the asbestos regulations.
Contact us today to schedule your reinspection or to learn more about our asbestos management services.
The importance of Asbestos Reinspection
Regular reinspection’s are essential for identifying the condition of asbestos-containing materials and reducing health risks. Here’s why asbestos reinspection’s are so important.
Prevention of Health Risks
Asbestos exposure can lead to serious conditions, including lung cancer, asbestosis, and mesothelioma. Timely reinspection surveys help identify deteriorating ACMs before they pose a risk.
Ensuring compliance
Asbestos management regulations require property owners to monitor and manage asbestos risks continuously. Non-compliance can result in fines and legal penalties.
Minimising Future Costs
Early detection of issues can help prevent costly asbestos removal or repairs later.
