Frequently Asked Questions

An asbestos survey identifies where asbestos is located, what condition it is in, and how it should be managed to keep people safe and compliant.

Asbestos testing confirms whether a material contains asbestos by taking a small sample and analysing it in a laboratory.

No, many asbestos materials can be safely left in place if they are in good condition and not disturbed.

Asbestos must be double-bagged, labelled, and disposed of at a licensed hazardous waste facility.

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Before work that could disturb asbestos-containing materials, you need reliable information about the affected areas. In a building constructed before 2000, refurbishment that disturbs the building fabric will normally require a refurbishment survey covering those areas. Demolition requires an appropriate demolition survey.

The scope depends on what will be disturbed, rather than simply the size or cost of the project. An existing management survey may not cover concealed materials affected by the work.

Tell us about your plans so we can advise on the appropriate scope. Our guide for architects explains how planned work influences survey requirements.

A trained surveyor safely takes a sample, which is then sent to a specialist lab for analysis.

Removal may be necessary if asbestos cannot be safely managed, repaired or protected, or if planned work will disturb it. Damage does not automatically mean removal is the only option: professional assessment may identify suitable repair, encapsulation or enclosure instead.

The decision depends on the material, its condition, location and future use. Read our asbestos management guide for more information.

Yes, asbestos is classified as hazardous waste and must be handled under strict regulations.