So, what exactly does a Refurbishment and Demolition Asbestos Survey involve? Unlike a less intrusive Management Survey, this type of inspection aims to find all asbestos before any construction or demolition work begins. Our expert team will carry out an intrusive investigation, accessing areas that wouldn't normally be disturbed, including behind walls, under floorboards, above ceilings, and within structural elements. We literally go deep to uncover any asbestos materials that could be hidden within the fabric of your Welwyn Garden City building. This detailed inspection is absolutely critical because even minor disturbances to asbestos can release dangerous fibres into the air.

Under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (CAR 2012), it's a legal duty for anyone commissioning refurbishment or demolition work to identify and remove all asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) first. You need this survey to ensure you understand the level of risk and prevent potential exposure to harmful asbestos fibres. Failing to have a proper R&D survey place can lead to serious fines, project delays, and, most importantly, puts workers and the public at severe risk. We help you meet these legal duties head-on, providing the information you require to proceed safely and avoid any unexpected issues once work commences.

When you choose Southern Asbestos, you're opting for a thorough and professional service. Our trained technicians will first assess your Welwyn Garden City property and the scope of the planned refurbishment or demolition work. We then methodically carry out an intrusive inspection, ensuring we gain access to all areas where asbestos might be present and subsequently disturbed. We take samples of any suspected materials, which are then sent to a UKAS-accredited laboratory for analysis. This process allows us to definitively know the type and condition of any asbestos-containing materials. All this crucial information forms the backbone of your comprehensive asbestos report.