If you suspect that you have asbestos, it’s best to get a test carried out to check. Asbestos testing and sampling companies will ensure that they test for asbestos safely and quickly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
If you suspect that you have asbestos, it’s best to get a test carried out to check. Asbestos testing and sampling companies will ensure that they test for asbestos safely and quickly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":563,"parent":0,"template":"","meta":[],"tags":[],"tax_works":[16],"class_list":["post-562","project_page","type-project_page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","tax_works-asbestos"],"acf":{"testimonials":false,"inspirations":false,"faq":[558,559,560,561],"quote_link":"https:\/\/www.quotatis.co.uk\/quotes.html?keyword=asbestos&sqn=115897&spn=810","project_page_element_title":"Types of Asbestos Testing & Surveying","project_page_elements":[{"element_label":"Sampling","link_to_element_post":{"ID":579,"post_author":"10","post_date":"2017-05-15 13:01:02","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-15 12:01:02","post_content":"Asbestos is a natural material that was used a lot in building construction between the 1930s and 1990s. So if you have a property that is between 20 and 80 years old, it\u2019s possible that there\u2019s asbestos in it.\r\n\r\nIf you think you have asbestos in your home, the first thing you need to do is get confirmation that it\u2019s actually there. You can do this with asbestos sampling.\r\n\r\n
The asbestos management survey is the standard survey that an asbestos company will carry out on any building that was built or refurbished before 2000. It is designed to locate the presence of any asbestos-containing materials in the property which might be damaged or disturbed during normal occupancy, whether it is a living or working environment.<\/p>\r\n
Asbestos companies also use the survey to determine whether you will need to carry out maintenance in the future or not. If you do, you'll need to hire a reputable asbestos removal company to remove asbestos safely.<\/p>\r\n
During an asbestos management survey, the surveyor may have to do some minor intrusive work. This may cause some disturbance. The amount of intrusive work the contractor has to do will depend on your property and what's practical.<\/p>\r\n
When the surveyor finishes, they will give you a report called a 'Materials assessment'. This will give details of the location of any asbestos that they find in your home or business premises. It will also tell you what kind of asbestos the surveyor found.<\/p>\r\n
If you own business premises that were built before 2000, there are a few reasons why you must have an asbestos management survey done. We'll explain them below.<\/p>\r\n
Pre-2000 properties are very likely to contain asbestos. An asbestos management survey will identify any asbestos-containing materials in the property. The surveyor will check that the asbestos will not cause any harm to anyone if you leave it alone in its current state.<\/p>\r\n
Asbestos is only harmful when it is disturbed and the spores get into the air. It is when people breathe in the spores that they can cause people to have lung problems. To make sure that this doesn't happen, the asbestos surveyor will make sure that the right measures are in place to stop anyone from disturbing the asbestos by accident.<\/p>\r\n
The surveyor will carry out some minor asbestos disturbance. This is to see whether you need to do any remedial work to make your property safe. If the asbestos releases fibres into the air, you'll know that you need to remove the asbestos to stop it from causing harm to anyone in the premises.<\/p>\r\n
Because the management survey may cause some minor disturbance, you should leave your premises before the surveyor does the survey. They will have the correct equipment to protect themselves from potentially breathing in the spores.<\/p>\r\n
Need more information about managing asbestos? The Health and Safety Executive website<\/a> contains lots of useful information for home and business owners.<\/p>","post_title":"Everything you Need to Know About the Asbestos Management Survey","post_excerpt":"An asbestos company carries out an asbestos management survey to identify if there is any asbestos-containing materials in the building that could get damaged or disturbed in your property.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"everything-know-asbestos-management-survey","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2018-02-20 14:07:13","post_modified_gmt":"2018-02-20 14:07:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/advice.quotatis.co.uk\/?post_type=project_page_element&p=577","menu_order":0,"post_type":"project_page_element","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}},{"element_label":"Refurbishment\/Demolition Survey","link_to_element_post":{"ID":585,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2017-05-16 12:06:46","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-16 11:06:46","post_content":"If you need to upgrade, refurbish or demolish your premises, you'll need an asbestos demolition survey. You'll need a qualified surveyor to do this kind of survey.\r\n Asbestos testing and surveying costs vary depending on several factors, including:<\/p>\nWhy do I need an asbestos demolition survey?<\/h2>\r\n
To locate asbestos-containing materials<\/h3>\r\nUnless you know that there is definitely no asbestos in your property, you must conduct a survey. So during the survey, the contractor must locate and identify all the asbestos-containing materials before any work begins. You'll need to vacate the property when the surveyor does this as they will need to cause disturbance areas that may contain asbestos.\r\n
To ensure\u00a0the work won't harm anyone<\/h3>\r\nAsbestos demolition surveys are otherwise known as refurbishment\/demolition surveys. They ensure that no one will be harmed if the building work disturbs asbestos-containing materials. The surveyor will outline the steps that you need to take to ensure that any staff or contractors are safe.\r\n
To ensure your contractors do the work properly<\/h3>\r\nAsbestos demolition surveys also ensure that your contractor does the refurbishment or demolition work properly and that they are suitably qualified.\r\n
How should I prepare for an asbestos demolition survey?<\/h4>\r\nGive the surveyor the site layout, building plans or architect's drawings before they start. You should also provide them with any history of asbestos work that you have. This will ensure that the contractor conducts a thorough survey.\r\n\r\nIt's only a requirement to have an asbestos demolition survey if you own a non-domestic property, but you may want to consider having one at your home if you're planning on having major building work done. You also need to make sure that you use a trained specialist to carry out a refurbishment\/demolition survey Speak to our contractors or visit the Health and Safety Executive<\/a> website for more information.","post_title":"3 Reasons why you Need an Asbestos Demolition Survey","post_excerpt":"Asbestos demolition surveys, or refurbishment\/demolition surveys, are carried out when your property needs upgrading, refurbishing or demolishing. You'll need to find a surveyor to do this type of survey.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"3-reasons-need-asbestos-demolition-survey","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2017-08-04 14:27:23","post_modified_gmt":"2017-08-04 13:27:23","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/advice.quotatis.co.uk\/?post_type=project_page_element&p=585","menu_order":0,"post_type":"project_page_element","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}},{"element_label":"Air Testing","link_to_element_post":{"ID":616,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2017-05-19 14:11:18","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-19 13:11:18","post_content":"Asbestos air testing is a good way to find out whether there is asbestos in your home or business premises. It involves a competent asbestos contractor drawing air through a filter over a measured amount of time. If asbestos is present, the particles will collect on the filter and the contractor will prepare it for examination under a microscope.\r\n\r\nThere are different types of asbestos air testing which are useful for you to know about. Read on to find out 3 types of asbestos air testing you need to know about.\r\n
Background asbestos air testing<\/h3>\r\nBackground air testing is a test that asbestos companies carry out when you need evidence that asbestos fibre levels are below the recommendation after you've had remedial work done. You could also have a background air test if someone has accidentally damaged asbestos-containing materials in your property.\r\n
Leakage air testing<\/h3>\r\nA leakage air test measures the airborne fibre concentration outside a live asbestos removal enclosure at your property. This is to determine whether the structural integrity of the enclosure is sound and the right control measures are being taken to prevent asbestos fibres from getting into the air.\r\n
Reassurance air testing<\/h3>\r\nReassurance air tests measure airborne fibre concentrations after you've had asbestos removed. This type of asbestos air testing ensures that residual asbestos spore levels are safe.\r\n\r\nOverall, you usually need asbestos air tests if you own a business where employees are at risk. But for your peace of mind, you may want an air test in your home to ensure it is safe.\r\n\r\nIf you're not sure what type of asbestos air testing services you need, get in touch with one of our contractors. They can advise you on what is best for your property.\r\n\r\nAll of our asbestos testing and removal companies have the appropriate accreditations, including from the United Kingdom Accreditation Scheme (UKAS)<\/a>.","post_title":"3 Things you Need to Know about Asbestos Air Testing","post_excerpt":"Asbestos air testing is where a qualified asbestos contractor draws a volume of air through a filter over a certain period of time. This is to assess whether there are asbestos fibres\u00a0in your property and how much.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"3-things-need-know-asbestos-air-testing","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2017-08-15 13:00:55","post_modified_gmt":"2017-08-15 12:00:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.quotatis.co.uk\/advice\/?post_type=project_page_element&p=616","menu_order":0,"post_type":"project_page_element","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}}],"standard_and_laws":[{"standard_and_laws_link":{"ID":571,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2017-05-12 10:24:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-12 09:24:10","post_content":"There is a range of legal requirements that affect asbestos testing. These restrictions are different for domestic and non-domestic properties. The regulations are in place to protect the people who work and live in buildings with asbestos, the contractors who work to test and remove asbestos, as well as the general public. The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 are the most recent regulations and guidelines for asbestos work. Read on to find out how they apply to your property or work.\r\n
Regulations for asbestos testing<\/h2>\r\nThere are regulations that govern whether you are required to carry out an asbestos survey. These are different for domestic and non-domestic properties.\r\n
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Finding a competent asbestos surveyor<\/h3>\r\nAccording to the Health and Safety Executive<\/a>, competent surveyors:\r\n
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UKAS-accredited laboratories<\/h3>\r\nUKAS accredits asbestos laboratories and can also help you find a laboratory that takes part in the Asbestos in Materials Scheme (AIMS). The AIMS assesses the performance of laboratories that identify asbestos in bulk materials. The Health and Safety Laboratory (HSL) operates the scheme, but laboratories must be UKAS-accredited to take part in the scheme.\r\n\r\nUsing a UKAS-accredited laboratory that participates in AIMS ensures that they are competent in asbestos analysis. This is particularly important if you have taken your own samples, as you may have to find a laboratory yourself.\r\n\r\nVisit the UKAS website to find a list of AIMS laboratories. Alternatively, use our service to find an asbestos company that will do your survey for you, whether you need a management survey<\/a> or a refurbishment\/demolition survey<\/a>.","post_title":"How to Make Sure you use a Competent Asbestos Surveyor and Laboratory","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"competent-asbestos-surveyor-laboratory","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2017-05-19 11:10:05","post_modified_gmt":"2017-05-19 10:10:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.quotatis.co.uk\/advice\/?post_type=standards&p=609","menu_order":0,"post_type":"standards","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}}],"low_estimate":"\u00a325","high_estimate":"\u00a3270","cost_description":"