The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (CAR 2012) places a clear duty on dutyholders, including property owners, developers, and contractors. Before any work that could disturb the fabric of a building starts, you must know if asbestos is present. Unlike a standard Management Survey, which aims to monitor asbestos in normal use, an R&D survey is designed to actively locate all hidden asbestos. This comprehensive inspection is critical for any refurbishment or demolition project, ensuring that no asbestos is accidentally disturbed, releasing dangerous fibres into the air. We help you meet this legal need head-on, providing thorough reports that allow for safe project planning.

Our Refurbishment and Demolition surveys are the most intrusive type of asbestos inspection. Our experienced surveyors gain access to areas that might not be visible during a less detailed survey, including behind walls, above ceilings, beneath floors, and within structural elements. We carefully open up parts of the building to reasonably allow us to find and identify all asbestos-containing materials. We take samples of suspected materials, which then go for laboratory analysis at a UKAS-accredited lab. The aim is to provide you with a full asbestos register and report, detailing the type, location, and condition of any ACMs, so you know exactly what you're dealing with before any work takes place.

Skipping a legally required R&D survey can lead to serious consequences. Discovering asbestos mid-project often results in immediate work stoppages, causing significant delays and unplanned costs. More importantly, it risks exposing workers and the public to deadly asbestos fibres. Our surveys give you the vital information you need to plan safely, budget accurately, and keep your project on schedule. We help you avoid costly fines, protect your workforce, and maintain a strong reputation for health and safety on every site in Hemel Hempstead.