This type of asbestos survey is completely different from a standard management survey. Its main aim is to find all asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) within the specific area where work will happen, or throughout the entire building if it's a full demolition. Construction or demolition work often disturbs hidden areas, like behind walls, under floors, or above ceilings. Without a thorough survey, you risk releasing dangerous asbestos fibres into the air, putting workers and the public at serious risk. Our intrusive inspection aims to locate every last bit of asbestos so you can deal with it safely before any work begins.

Under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (CAR 2012), you, as the duty holder or main contractor, have a legal responsibility. Before any refurbishment or demolition work takes place, you must proactively identify and locate all asbestos. This isn't just about general knowledge; it means carrying out an intrusive survey that gets right into the fabric of the building. Failing to do so can lead to hefty fines, project delays, and severe health consequences for anyone who might breathe in those dangerous fibres. Our Cheshunt R&D surveys provide the comprehensive information you need to meet these legal duties.

Our expert team carries out a thorough, intrusive inspection, going beyond what’s visible during a normal visit. This often means breaking into walls, lifting floorboards, or drilling into suspect materials – but don't worry, we do this carefully and precisely. We need to access all areas where refurbishment or demolition work will occur to reasonably determine if asbestos is present. We take samples of any suspected materials and send them for UKAS-accredited laboratory analysis. This process ensures we identify the type and level of any asbestos before any work can disturb it.