Unlike a standard management survey, an R&D survey is a thorough, intrusive inspection specifically designed to locate all asbestos materials before any demolition or refurbishment work begins. This isn't just a quick look; our trained surveyors will need to access all areas, including those that are normally hidden, such as voids, behind walls, under floorboards, and within the fabric of the building. We'll often need to cause some damage to the property to get to these spots, but that’s precisely why it's so vital for a project that will itself disturb the structure. The aim is to find every single piece of asbestos so it can be safely removed or managed before workers come into contact with it.

Under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (CAR 2012), having a Refurbishment and Demolition Survey is a legal requirement before any work that could disturb the building’s structure. This isn't just a suggestion; it’s the law. As the duty holder, whether you're a building owner, contractor, or developer, you have a responsibility to identify and manage asbestos risks. Failing to get an R&D survey can lead to serious consequences, including hefty fines, imprisonment, project delays, and most importantly, exposing your team and the public to deadly asbestos fibres. We provide you with a detailed report that ticks all the boxes, giving you peace of mind and full compliance.

Our expert team carries out comprehensive R&D surveys with meticulous attention to detail. We know that refurbishment and demolition work can disturb even the most well-hidden asbestos. This means our inspection goes deeper than any other type of survey. We'll carefully break into walls, ceilings, floors, and other structures to get a clear picture of any materials that contain asbestos. Every potential ACM found is then sampled and sent to a UKAS-accredited laboratory for analysis. This detailed process ensures we identify all asbestos, allowing you to plan its safe removal before any construction or demolition activities commence.