Residential Asbestos Surveys
Buildings Surveys & Assessment of ACMs
Management of Asbestos in Buildings
Surveying the North of England since the early 2000s
Local surveyors, fast turnaround
Asbestos Surveys for Residential Properties
If you own a home built before the year 2000, there is a reasonable chance it contains asbestos somewhere — in the garage roof, behind a boiler, under a floor tile, or in the textured coating on a ceiling. At HSG Asbestos Surveys, we provide clear, jargon-free residential asbestos surveys for homeowners, buyers, sellers and landlords across the North of England, so you know exactly what is in your property and what, if anything, needs to be done about it.
Free quotes available — usually back to you the same day
Free, no-obligation quotes — usually back to you the same day
📞 01274 959994 |
📞 07703 203930 |
📞 07711 855891
Why Residential Properties Need Asbestos Surveys
Asbestos was used in huge quantities in UK house building right up until it was banned in 1999, and it can turn up in places homeowners rarely think to check, including:
- Artex and textured coatings on ceilings and walls
- Roof tiles, soffits and guttering
- Insulation around boilers, pipes and heating systems
- Floor tiles and adhesives
- Garage roofs and outbuildings (commonly asbestos cement)
- Window panels and sills in older properties
When these materials are in good condition and left undisturbed, they pose little risk. However, if you are planning renovation work, extensions or any work that could disturb these materials, a survey is essential before work begins.
Domestic Asbestos Surveying Across the North of England
There is no legal requirement for an owner-occupier to have an asbestos survey simply to live in their own home. However, the moment a domestic property becomes a construction site — through a loft conversion, extension, kitchen refit, or similar — the legal duty to determine whether asbestos is present before disturbing the building fabric applies, just as it would on a commercial job. Landlords have a further duty of care to manage asbestos risks for the communal and let areas of any rental property, and many buyers choose to have a survey carried out as part of their pre-purchase due diligence to avoid unexpected costs after completion.
Our Residential Asbestos Surveying Services
Asbestos Management Surveys
A management survey is the standard survey for occupied residential properties. It is designed to locate, as far as is reasonably practicable, the presence and extent of any suspected ACMs in your home that could be disturbed during normal occupation and maintenance.
This type of survey is ideal if you have recently purchased a property, are a landlord wanting to fulfil your duty of care, or simply want peace of mind about the materials in your home.
Asbestos Refurbishment Surveys
If you are planning any renovation, extension or refurbishment work on your home, a refurbishment survey must be carried out before work starts in the affected areas. This is a legal requirement where asbestos may be present in a pre-2000 property.
A refurbishment survey is more intrusive than a management survey, as it aims to locate all ACMs in areas where work will be carried out, including those hidden within the building’s fabric. Our surveyors will give your contractors and builders the information they need to work safely.
Asbestos Testing and Sampling
Where there is uncertainty about whether a specific material contains asbestos, we can take samples and have them analysed by an accredited laboratory. This gives you a definitive answer rather than guesswork, allowing informed decisions about the management or removal of the material.
Asbestos testing is also useful when buying or selling a property, or when a surveyor or estate agent has flagged a material as potentially containing asbestos.
Areas We Cover
| West Yorkshire | North Yorkshire | South Yorkshire | Greater Manchester |
| Leeds, Bradford, Huddersfield, Halifax, Wakefield, Dewsbury | Harrogate, York, Skipton, Ripon, Northallerton | Sheffield, Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham | Manchester, Salford, Oldham, Rochdale, Bolton |
Not sure if we cover your area? Get in touch, and we will be happy to help.
Free, no-obligation quotes — usually back to you the same day
📞 01274 959994 |
📞 07703 203930 |
📞 07711 855891
Why Choose HSG Asbestos Surveys?
- BOHS Qualified Surveyors — All of our surveyors hold BOHS (British Occupational Hygiene Society) qualifications, ensuring surveys are carried out to the highest professional standard.
- Fully Insured — We carry full professional indemnity and public liability insurance, giving you complete peace of mind.
- Local Family Business — We are a local, family-run business with strong roots in Yorkshire. We pride ourselves on honest, straightforward advice with no unnecessary upselling.
- Years of Experience — Our team has extensive experience surveying residential properties of all types and ages, from Victorian terraces to post-war semis and modern homes.
- Clear Reports — We produce detailed survey reports written in plain English, so you understand exactly what has been found and what your next steps are.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
| Do I legally need an asbestos survey for my home? | For owner-occupied homes, there is no legal obligation to have a survey; however, it is strongly recommended before undertaking any renovation or building work. For landlords, there is a duty of care to manage asbestos risks in rental properties. |
| How long does a residential asbestos survey take? | Most residential surveys are completed within 1 to 3 hours, depending on the size and type of property. You will receive your written report shortly after. |
| Will I need to leave my home during the survey? | For a management survey, you do not need to vacate your property. For a refurbishment survey, our surveyor will advise you in advance if access to certain areas requires temporary precautions. |
| What happens if asbestos is found? | Finding asbestos does not necessarily mean it needs to be removed. Many ACMs that are in good condition can simply be monitored and managed in place. Our report will clearly set out the condition of any materials found and provide recommendations on whether removal, encapsulation or ongoing monitoring is the appropriate course of action. |
Get a Free Quote
If you are concerned about asbestos in your home or need a survey before renovation work begins, get in touch with HSG Asbestos Surveys today. We offer free, no-obligation quotes and are happy to answer any questions you may have before you commit.
Call us or use our online form to request your quote — we aim to respond to all enquiries within one working day.
Free, no-obligation quotes — usually back to you the same day
📞 01274 959994 |
📞 07703 203930 |
📞 07711 855891