Asbestos Surveys & Testing in Southwark
If you own, manage or are planning work on a property in Southwark, understanding your responsibilities around asbestos is essential. Many homes, flats and commercial buildings in the SE1, SE5 and SE16 areas were built or refurbished before the year 2000 and may still contain asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). 247 Asbestos Services provide professional asbestos surveys and testing throughout Southwark, giving you the clear information you need to keep people safe and stay compliant with current regulations.
Why Asbestos Is Still a Risk in Southwark Properties
Asbestos was widely used in the UK construction industry for decades in products such as insulation boards, ceiling tiles, textured coatings, pipe lagging and roofing materials. Although it is now banned, it is still present in many older buildings. As long as asbestos is in good condition and left undisturbed it may pose a low risk, but when damaged or disturbed during refurbishment, maintenance or demolition, dangerous fibres can be released into the air and inhaled.
Southwark has a large stock of pre-2000 housing, council estates, converted warehouses and commercial premises. That means refurbishment projects, office fit-outs, residential extensions and even minor maintenance work can easily disturb hidden asbestos. A professional asbestos survey is the safest way to identify materials that may contain asbestos before any work begins.
Types of Asbestos Surveys We Offer in Southwark
247 Asbestos Services carry out a full range of asbestos surveys tailored to your property and your legal duties. We work with homeowners, landlords, housing associations, surveyors, architects, main contractors and local businesses across Southwark.
Management Asbestos Survey
A management survey is designed to help duty holders manage asbestos during normal occupation and use of a building. It is usually non-intrusive and focuses on locating suspected ACMs that could be damaged during everyday activities or simple maintenance tasks. If you own or manage non-domestic premises in Southwark, a management survey is normally required to comply with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
Refurbishment & Demolition (R&D) Survey
Before any intrusive refurbishment work, structural changes or demolition, an R&D survey is essential. This is a fully intrusive survey that accesses all areas affected by the planned works, including behind walls, under floors and inside voids. It provides detailed information on any asbestos that could be disturbed so that it can be removed or managed safely before work starts.
Asbestos Sampling & Testing
If you only have one or two suspect materials in your Southwark property, full surveying may not be necessary. We offer a fast asbestos sampling and testing service, where our surveyor will visit your site, safely take samples of suspect materials and arrange laboratory analysis through a UKAS-accredited laboratory. You will receive a clear report stating whether asbestos is present and, if so, in what type and form.
What You Can Expect from a 247 Asbestos Services Survey
From your first enquiry to receiving your final report, we aim to make the process straightforward and hassle-free. A typical asbestos survey in Southwark will include:
- Initial consultation: We discuss your property, planned works and legal obligations so we can recommend the right type of survey.
- Site visit at a convenient time: Our experienced surveyors attend your Southwark property, carrying out the survey with minimal disruption to occupants or operations.
- Safe sampling: Any suspect materials are carefully sampled following strict safety procedures, with samples sent to an independent UKAS-accredited lab for analysis.
- Detailed survey report: You receive a comprehensive report with survey findings, photographs, lab results, risk assessments and recommendations for managing or removing asbestos.
- Clear next steps: We explain your options in plain English and can put you in touch with trusted asbestos removal contractors where required.
Who Needs an Asbestos Survey in Southwark?
You may need an asbestos survey or testing if you are:
- A homeowner planning a loft conversion, extension, new kitchen or bathroom in an older property.
- A landlord or letting agent responsible for rented homes or HMOs in Southwark.
- A commercial property owner or manager responsible for shops, offices, restaurants, warehouses or industrial units.
- A contractor or tradesperson carrying out refurbishment or demolition work.
- A professional advisor such as a surveyor, architect or project manager needing accurate asbestos information before specifying works.
If your building was constructed or refurbished before 2000, it is safer to assume asbestos may be present until a survey proves otherwise.
Why Choose 247 Asbestos Services for Southwark Surveys?
We understand that asbestos can be worrying, especially when you are trying to progress a project to a tight timescale. Our goal is to provide fast, reliable information so you can make safe, confident decisions.
- Local Southwark knowledge: Our surveyors work across Central and South London every day, so we are familiar with local property types, council requirements and typical asbestos locations.
- Qualified and insured surveyors: All surveys are carried out by trained, experienced professionals following HSE guidance and industry best practice.
- UKAS-accredited laboratory analysis: Samples are analysed by an independent laboratory for accurate, dependable results.
- Clear, user-friendly reports: We avoid jargon and present information in a format that duty holders, contractors and homeowners can easily understand and act on.
- Fast response times: We know many projects are time-sensitive, so we aim to attend promptly and deliver reports quickly.
- Competitive pricing: Transparent quotes with no hidden extras, tailored to the size and complexity of your Southwark property.
Book an Asbestos Survey or Test in Southwark
If you need an asbestos survey or testing in Southwark, 247 Asbestos Services are here to help. Whether it’s a single flat in Bermondsey, a row of Victorian terraces in Camberwell or a large commercial site near London Bridge, we can provide the right level of survey and clear, practical advice.
To request a quote or discuss your project, simply call us on 0330 097 3369 or fill out the enquiry form on our website. A member of our team will be happy to talk through your requirements and arrange a convenient time for a surveyor to visit your Southwark property.
Get peace of mind, protect your workforce and residents, and keep your project on track with professional asbestos surveys and testing from 247 Asbestos Services.