An asbestos survey is the process of inspecting a building or structure for the presence of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). Asbestos surveys are required by law under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. The survey aims to identify any ACMs in the building, assess their condition, and make recommendations for how to manage or remove the asbestos safely.

There are two types of asbestos surveys: management surveys and refurbishment/demolition surveys. A management survey is a non-intrusive inspection of a building to assess the presence, location, and condition of ACMs that could be disturbed during normal occupancy or maintenance. A refurbishment/demolition survey is a more intrusive inspection that may involve destructive sampling to identify the presence and condition of ACMs that could be disturbed during refurbishment and demolition works.