The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (CAR 2012) places a significant 'duty to manage' on property owners and duty holders. Before any intrusive work, such as renovation, refurbishment, or demolition, commences, it's paramount to understand if asbestos is present. An R&D survey is specifically designed for this purpose, identifying all ACMs within the property's fabric so they can be safely removed or managed prior to work beginning. Failing to conduct an R&D survey before works could lead to significant legal penalties, project delays, and, most importantly, exposure to dangerous asbestos fibres for workers and the public. Protect your project, your team, and your reputation by ensuring full compliance from the outset.

Unlike a standard Management Survey, our Asbestos Refurbishment and Demolition surveys are fully intrusive. This means our experienced surveyors will diligently investigate all areas of the property, including those typically hidden from view, such as behind walls, under floorboards, within ceiling voids, and in service ducts. We employ a systematic approach to locate, identify, and record any asbestos materials. Safe sampling is conducted on all suspect materials, with samples then dispatched to UKAS-accredited laboratories for accurate, reliable analysis. You will receive a detailed report outlining the location, type, and condition of any identified ACMs, crucial for planning their safe removal.

The primary objective of an R&D survey is to safeguard the health of everyone involved in your construction or demolition project. Disturbing asbestos unknowingly can release microscopic fibres into the air, posing severe health risks including asbestosis, mesothelioma, and lung cancer. By identifying all ACMs upfront, our surveys allow for their controlled and professional removal before any disturbance occurs. This proactive approach eliminates the risk of accidental exposure on site, providing a safe working environment for your contractors, tradespeople, and any other personnel present. Your team's safety is our highest priority.