Why Asbestos Surveys Matter

Properties built before 2000 may contain asbestos in materials such as in ceilings, insulation, tiles, roofing, pipe lagging, textured coatings and more.

An asbestos survey will:

Identify Asbestos-Containing Materials (ACMs)
Assess condition and risk
Provide recommendations for safe management
Support legal compliance for duty holders
Protect occupants, workers and contractors

Who Needs an Asbestos Survey?

You need a survey if you are:

A landlord, freeholder or managing agent
A commercial property owner or occupier
Planning refurbishment or demolition
A contractor or builder about to start work
Responsible for the safety of employees or building users
Even small-scale works (e.g., rewiring, replacing ceilings, boiler swaps, bathroom refits) may disturb asbestos and require an R&D survey.

Duty holders must:

Identify asbestos in the building
Assess the condition of ACMs
Keep an up-to-date asbestos register
Prepare and maintain a management plan
Ensure the plan is implemented
Provide information to anyone who may disturb the ACMs
Review the plan and register regularly

Failing to comply is a breach of UK law and can lead to enforcement notices, prosecution, fines and liability for exposure.

What You Receive

Every asbestos survey includes:

Professional inspection by trained surveyors
UKAS-lab asbestos analysis
Clear asbestos register
Condition and risk assessments
Photographs and plans
Practical management recommendations
A full, compliant written report

Why Choose Gemstone Building Surveyors?

Experienced surveyors trained in asbestos identification & management
Compliant with CAR 2012 and HSG264 survey guidance
Clear, easy-to-understand reporting
Fast appointment turnaround
UKAS-approved laboratory testing
Professional indemnity cover
Independent, unbiased advice

Other relevant legislation

Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM)
Hazardous Waste Regulations
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)