Unlike a standard management survey, an R&D survey is much more intrusive. It's designed to uncover all asbestos before any refurbishment or demolition work can disturb it. Our expert surveyors in Amersham will carefully and methodically open up areas, check behind walls, under floorboards, above ceilings, and inside service ducts. We need to reach all parts of the building that will be affected by your planned work, meaning some level of damage will occur during the inspection. This allows us to identify and record the location, type, and condition of any asbestos materials that would normally remain hidden.

It's really important to know the difference between the two main types of asbestos surveys. A Management Survey is about checking and monitoring asbestos that might be present in a building during its normal occupation and maintenance. It's less intrusive, and its aim is to help you manage the risk over time. An R&D Survey, however, is a 'full-access' survey needed before any work that could disturb the building's fabric. It’s a pre-emptive strike, designed to locate all asbestos materials so they can be safely removed before your project starts, preventing unexpected delays and potential health risks.

If you're an owner, developer, or contractor carrying out refurbishment or demolition work in Amersham, the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (CAR 2012) places a clear legal duty on you. You must ensure an R&D asbestos survey is completed before any work begins. Failing to do so can lead to serious fines, project delays, and dangerous asbestos exposure. Our surveys provide the comprehensive information required, allowing you to create a safe work plan and avoid any legal pitfalls.