Asbestos Survey
An Asbestos Survey from Landlord Sure helps identify the presence, location, amount, and condition of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) within a property. Our competent asbestos surveyors inspect relevant areas and materials to provide accurate information that can support safe property management and planned maintenance.
Asbestos Survey Management for Landlords
Asbestos survey management helps you keep track of any asbestos in a property. Our asbestos survey management service includes surveys and management plans for landlords and commercial properties. Read the HSE asbestos guidance to understand your duties, then book asbestos survey management with Landlord Sure.
Asbestos Survey Management in London
Asbestos survey management combines a survey with a plan to keep any asbestos safe. Landlord Sure provides asbestos survey management for landlords, managers and commercial properties across London.
Good asbestos survey management records where asbestos is found, its condition and how it should be managed.
Whether you’re a landlord, property manager, housing provider, facilities manager, or building owner, our asbestos surveying service can help you understand potential asbestos risks within your premises. Depending on the purpose of the survey, we can provide appropriate Management Surveys or Refurbishment/Demolition Surveys, with the scope tailored to the property and planned works.
- Professional Asbestos Surveys
- Management & Refurbishment/Demolition Surveys
- Detailed Asbestos Survey Report
Ideal for identifying and assessing potential asbestos-containing materials within residential and commercial properties.
£255
- Professional Asbestos Survey
- Inspection of Accessible Areas & Materials
- Identification of Potential ACMs
- Condition & Location Assessment
- Detailed Survey Findings & Recommendations
Asbestos Survey Pricing
At Landlord Sure, our Asbestos Survey service provides a professional assessment of a property’s accessible areas and building materials to identify potential asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). Our competent surveyors inspect relevant materials and record their location, condition, and other important information.
We assess areas such as walls, ceilings, floors, insulation, service ducts, roofing materials, panels, and other building components where asbestos may be present, depending on the age and construction of the property.
Following the survey, we provide a detailed digital report documenting the survey findings, identified or suspected asbestos-containing materials, their condition and location, and recommendations for appropriate management or further investigation where required.
Common Asbestos Risks We Identify
At Landlord Sure, our Asbestos Survey service is designed to identify potential asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) within buildings. Our competent surveyors inspect relevant accessible areas and building materials, helping property owners and responsible persons understand where asbestos may be present and what condition it is in.
During the survey, we may identify potential asbestos materials such as textured coatings, insulation, floor tiles, cement products, ceiling materials, pipe lagging, partition boards, roofing materials, and other building components commonly associated with older properties.
We carefully record the location, type, extent, and condition of relevant materials and document our findings within the survey report. Where further investigation or sampling is appropriate, this can be clearly identified so suitable next steps can be considered.
With professional surveying, clear reporting, and practical recommendations, Landlord Sure helps landlords, property managers, building owners, and facilities teams better understand asbestos risks and manage their properties safely.
We Assess Every Type of Property
At Landlord Sure, our Asbestos Survey service is suitable for a wide range of residential and managed properties across London and the UK. Whether you own a single property or manage a larger portfolio, our competent surveyors inspect relevant building materials and accessible areas to identify potential asbestos-containing materials (ACMs).
Our surveys are tailored to the property and the purpose of the inspection, helping identify materials that may require management, further investigation, or specialist attention. We provide clear reporting so landlords, property managers, housing providers, and building owners can make informed decisions about asbestos risks.
- Flats & Apartments
- HMOs (Houses in Multiple Occupation)
- Sheltered & Supported Housing
Professional Equipment for Accurate Asbestos Surveys
How We Deliver Your Asbestos Survey Fast, Professional & Reliable
From booking your survey to receiving your completed report, we make the entire asbestos surveying process simple, transparent, and hassle-free.
Book Your Asbestos Survey
Arrange your asbestos survey online or by phone at a convenient time. We offer flexible appointments for landlords, property managers, building owners, housing providers, and businesses.
Complete Your Property Survey
Our competent asbestos surveyor visits your property to inspect relevant building materials, accessible areas, and potential asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). Where appropriate, materials may be sampled for further identification.
Receive Your Digital Survey Report
Following the survey, you receive a detailed digital report documenting survey findings, material locations, condition assessments, identified or suspected ACMs, and relevant recommendations.
Types of Asbestos Survey
Asbestos was widely used in UK buildings until it was banned in 1999, so any property built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it. HSE guidance (HSG264) sets out two main types of survey:
| Survey | When you need it | What it involves |
|---|---|---|
| Management survey (formerly Type 2) | For the normal occupation and running of a building, and to create an asbestos register | Locates and assesses asbestos-containing materials in accessible areas, with samples taken for analysis where needed |
| Refurbishment and demolition survey (formerly Type 3) | Before any refurbishment, renovation or demolition work | A more intrusive survey of the areas affected by the work, which may involve lifting floors and opening up walls |
The older "Type 1" survey, which did not include sampling, is no longer used.
Who Needs an Asbestos Survey?
Under Regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, the "duty holder" must manage asbestos in non-domestic premises. This includes:
- offices, shops, warehouses and other commercial buildings
- the common parts of blocks of flats and converted houses, such as stairs, corridors, plant rooms and roof spaces
- schools, hotels and other buildings used by the public
The duty holder must find out whether asbestos is present, assess its condition, keep an asbestos register and management plan, and share the information with anyone who may disturb it, such as contractors.
For a single private home or the inside of an individual rented house, there is no legal duty to manage asbestos in the same way. However, landlords must keep homes free from serious hazards, and a survey is strongly recommended before any building work in an older property.
Where Is Asbestos Commonly Found?
- textured coatings on ceilings and walls, such as Artex
- vinyl and thermoplastic floor tiles and their adhesive
- pipe lagging, boiler insulation and old storage heaters
- asbestos insulating board in ceilings, partitions, doors and soffits
- cement roof sheets, garage roofs, gutters, downpipes and flues
- old toilet cisterns, window panels and fire blankets
Asbestos in good condition and left undisturbed is often safest managed in place. The risk comes when it is damaged, drilled, sanded or removed without the right precautions.
How Much Does an Asbestos Survey Cost?
Our standard asbestos survey costs £255. It covers inspection of accessible areas, identification of potential asbestos-containing materials, a condition and location assessment, and a detailed report with recommendations. Refurbishment and demolition surveys, large commercial buildings and multi-unit blocks are quoted individually, because the scope depends on the size of the building and the work planned.
How Often Should Asbestos Be Reinspected?
Once asbestos has been found and left in place, its condition must be checked regularly. Most duty holders arrange a reinspection every 6 to 12 months, depending on the condition of the material and the risk of damage. The asbestos register and management plan should be updated after every reinspection and whenever work is carried out.
Asbestos Surveys for Homebuyers and Renovations
An asbestos survey is not legally required to buy a house, but it is worth considering for older properties, especially if you plan to renovate. A refurbishment survey before work starts protects your builders and family, helps you budget for safe removal, and avoids costly delays once work has begun.
Frequently Asked Questions About Asbestos Surveys
Get answers to common questions about Asbestos Surveys, survey types, pricing, asbestos-containing materials, sampling, reporting, and property management requirements.
What is an Asbestos Survey?
An Asbestos Survey is a professional inspection designed to locate and assess materials that may contain asbestos within a building. The survey records relevant materials, their location, extent, and condition to help support safe property management.
Which properties may require an Asbestos Survey?
Asbestos surveys can be required for older residential properties, commercial buildings, HMOs, managed properties, and premises undergoing maintenance or refurbishment, depending on the building and planned work.
What does an Asbestos Survey include?
The survey involves inspecting relevant accessible areas and building materials for potential asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). Depending on the survey type, appropriate material sampling and analysis may also be required.
How long does an Asbestos Survey take?
The duration depends on the size, age, layout, accessibility, and complexity of the property, as well as the type of survey required. We carry out the inspection systematically to ensure relevant areas are assessed.
