Absolute Asbestos Surveys Ltd is an independent company providing services to both domestic and commercial properties. Being fully insured, we put our clients’ interests at the forefront of everything we do — and we offer management, refurbishment and demolition surveys, risk assessments, inspections and consultancy.
Member of the Federation of Small Businesses
ACAD membersUntil 2010 there were three survey types — Type 1, Type 2 and Type 3 — which people often found confusing, causing the wrong surveys to be instructed. Under HSE guidance HSG264 they’re now simply management, refurbishment and demolition surveys.
The minimum survey required by law. It locates asbestos-containing materials that could be damaged or disturbed during everyday occupancy, so they can be managed safely. Any non-domestic building constructed before 1999 should have one.
About management surveys
Required before any intrusive refurbishment work. A fully intrusive survey that locates and describes all asbestos-containing materials in the areas affected, so your contractors know what they’re working with.
About refurbishment surveys
Needed before any demolition work. It must identify all asbestos-containing materials in every area of the building, so they can be removed safely first.
About demolition surveysOne independent team, from first survey to ongoing management — so you’re never passed from company to company.
Management, refurbishment and demolition surveys for homes and commercial premises, all fully compliant with HSG264.
Learn more →Essential wherever work could damage asbestos-containing materials. We identify the risks to health and the precautions needed to make the workplace safe.
Learn more →The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 require asbestos materials to be inspected regularly. We inspect any property to update your information.
Learn more →Our consultancy makes sure you meet asbestos safety standards and comply with your asbestos register.
Learn more →
We learn about your requirements, then explain the procedure, costs and approach in plain English — with no sales pressure.
After discussing your needs we give you our recommendations. Your surveyor visits, inspects the property and takes any samples needed.
We make sure your project is completed on time and you’re 100% satisfied. Your detailed report, with photos and recommendations, is ready within 3–4 working days.
Peace of mind before you renovate or buy — and mortgage lenders increasingly ask for it.
Surveys and re-inspections, including communal areas in blocks of flats.
Meet your duty to manage with a clear asbestos register and plan.
Refurbishment and demolition surveys before work starts on site.
Straightforward guidance, even if it’s all new to you.
The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 require the condition of asbestos-containing materials to be inspected regularly and your records updated. Regulation 4 makes whoever is responsible for maintaining non-domestic premises accountable for managing the asbestos in them.
“Thank you so much for your efficient service. As I explained, we are a voluntary run group who had very little knowledge of this field but despite this you immediately put me at ease with your uncomplicated explanation of procedure, costing and approach.”
“I’d just like to say how great the service has been from you guys… fast and efficient, friendly yet professional so thank you very much!”
“Many thanks for this. We were well pleased by the service we got from you. Especially the prompt response, and also the courteous service from your technical representative.”
“I’ve been really pleased with the level of service from you all and the friendliness of your team.”
“Rob was a great guy and a credit to your company. He was in good humour despite spending 3 hours in a traffic jam. Many thanks for your invoice which will be paid tomorrow.”
Our surveyors cover the counties below from our Sandy and Lincoln offices. Not sure if we cover you? Give us a call.
See all areas coveredCan’t find your answer? Call Sandy on 01767 762014 or Lincoln on 01522 404017.
All FAQsThe Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, specifically Regulation 4, requires an employer to identify and manage asbestos within the workplace.
The duty to manage asbestos in non-domestic premises is the responsibility of the person with overall accountability for the maintenance and upkeep of those premises.
Older floor tiles, textured coatings, insulation boards, pipe lagging, fuse boxes and roofing materials.
Yes. It is a legal requirement under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations before any work can start on site.
We strongly advise having the survey done as early as possible, because certain asbestos materials are categorised as licensed by the Health and Safety Executive. These require a mandatory 14-day notification period, alongside formal notification of any other works to be carried out.
Yes, our fee is fully inclusive (subject to VAT) — no hidden extras for sample costs, report fees or hard copies.
You receive a fully written, detailed report of what was found, with photographic evidence and full recommendations.
Within 3–4 working days of the survey. We use an independent UKAS-accredited laboratory to analyse the samples taken for asbestos.
For a free quote for your commercial or domestic property — with no hidden extras — call your nearest office, or send us a few details and we’ll phone you back.
