An asbestos survey is a detailed inspection of a building to identify any potential asbestos risks. This can include identifying the location of asbestos-containing materials, assessing their condition, and providing recommendations for management or removal of asbestos in the building. There are two main types of asbestos surveys - management surveys and refurbishment/demolition surveys.

A management survey is a standard survey that is conducted to identify any asbestos-containing materials that may be present in a building. This type of survey is typically used for non-domestic premises, such as offices, shops, and industrial buildings. The survey will identify the location of any asbestos-containing materials and provide recommendations for management of the material.

A refurbishment/demolition survey is conducted before any refurbishment or demolition work takes place. This survey is much more intrusive than a management survey and involves destructive inspection of the building fabric. The survey will identify any asbestos-containing materials that may be disturbed during the refurbishment or demolition work and provide recommendations for their safe removal.