An asbestos survey is a thorough inspection of a property designed to locate any asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) that may be present. These could be in the form of insulation, roofing, floor tiles or any other materials that contain asbestos, which could cause potential harm if disturbed.

There are three main types of asbestos survey that can be carried out, depending on the nature and use of the building:

• Management survey: This is a standard survey required for all non-domestic buildings that were constructed before the year 2000, and involves a visual inspection of all areas that are easily accessible. The goal is to identify any potential ACMs in order to manage and monitor the risk of exposure.

• Refurbishment survey: This survey is more extensive and is carried out before any refurbishment work is carried out on a building. It aims to identify any ACMs that could be disturbed during the planned project and provides guidance on how to remove or manage them safely.

• Demolition survey: This survey is the most comprehensive survey and is carried out before any demolition or major construction work is undertaken on a building. It aims to locate and identify all ACMs present so that they can be safely removed before the demolition work proceeds.

At Affordable Asbestos Removal Hampshire in Broad Street, we provide all three types of survey, and we can advise you which one is most suitable for your particular needs.