Asbestos testing involves taking samples of materials that may contain asbestos, such as insulation, flooring, and roofing. These samples are then analyzed in a laboratory to determine if asbestos fibers are present. If so, the type and quantity of asbestos can be determined, and the appropriate measures for removal and disposal can be taken.

Asbestos testing is essential, as many buildings in the UK were constructed with materials containing asbestos up until the 1990s, when the UK banned the use of asbestos in construction. Even if your building was constructed after the ban, it is still possible that asbestos-containing materials were used during renovations or repairs.