Asbestos Surveys
You can be in charge of handling any asbestos on a business property if you own it, are intending to acquire one, are a renter, or are the managing agent of one. You won’t know if there is asbestos in the property and whether you are in charge of managing it or not without an asbestos survey.
The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 outline who is responsible for controlling asbestos in any non-domestic building or premises.
Since asbestos was used in buildings for about 200 years prior to its eventual ban in the UK in late 1999, there is a significant likelihood that it will be present if you are trying to purchase an older house.
Our knowledgeable asbestos surveyors are completely licenced and trained to conduct surveys. We have expertise doing asbestos surveys in a wide variety of building types. We conduct asbestos survey in many types of buildings, including residential, commercial, and industrial ones.
What does an Asbestos Survey serve?
An asbestos survey’s primary goal is to find any probable asbestos in a structure in order to keep its residents safe because asbestos can have negative health effects. Any commercial structure or property constructed between 1850 and 1999 may have asbestos materials, which are now prohibited for use in building construction.
Our asbestos surveyors are responsible for checking your property or place of business for any asbestos-containing materials so we can notify you and remove them.
Only a skilled specialist can recognise asbestos materials because they can occasionally be minuscule and cannot always be seen with the naked eye. Roof coverings, floor tiles, and window caulk are examples of materials that could contain asbestos. The primary goal of Property Certificates is to keep you and your company safe, thus if the asbestos surveyor feels that there may be asbestos in the building’s construction materials, a sample will be taken and examined for further research.
Who is in charge of doing Asbestos Surveys?
According to health and safety standards, the owner of a non-domestic property is required to perform or undertake asbestos servicing.
It simply means that you are accountable for ensuring that it is checked thoroughly, whether you choose to do it yourself or hire a licenced asbestos surveyor to do it for you. To ensure the safety of those who live or work in the building, the survey must be conducted by a person who is qualified to look for asbestos and is knowledgeable about how to handle it.
Are there any health dangers related to asbestos?
Over 5000 persons per year are known to pass away as a result of residing in or working in an asbestos-containing structure. Younger people are known to develop dangerous ailments later in life that can lead to death if they are exposed to asbestos for an extended period of time. Since it might take anywhere from 15 to 60 years for symptoms to appear, it is the responsibility of property owners to keep their buildings asbestos-free in order to protect their residents.
Before it was outlawed in 1999 due to its harmful effects, asbestos was a widely used building material in commercial buildings. If the building you own was constructed during this time or earlier, you should get a thorough asbestos survey from a qualified servicer.
Will asbestos removal or asbestos-related activities on building premises require a licenced contractor?
You must hire a certified asbestos specialist to come remove and carefully inspect the asbestos if the application control and management system needs to be removed, encapsulated, or sealed. To assure the highest level of safety for all building occupants, especially if it is a high-risk structure like a sizable office, apartment complex, or large commercial space, we always advise hiring the assistance of someone who is trained in asbestos surveying.
Property Certificates Remedial Work
Property Certificates is here to assist you. We are delighted to provide free estimates for any remedial work you may need on your home or business. With all of our services, we provide a free, no-obligation quote if one of our expert engineers discovers anything that needs to be repaired or re-serviced.
How It Works
SEND IN A QUERY ABOUT ASBESTOS: Complete our contact form.
SET UP A CONSULTATION: Our asbestos professionals will contact you to discuss your project.
ASBESTOS SURVEY: A thorough asbestos survey and report will be completed by our asbestos surveyors when they visit your property.
ASBESTOS SERVICES: Our asbestos professionals will assist you in identifying and removing asbestos from your premises.
