An asbestos survey is a thorough inspection of a property or site to identify and assess the presence of ACMs. There are two main types of asbestos surveys defined by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE):

• Management survey: This is the most common type of asbestos survey and is designed to locate any ACMs that may be disturbed or damaged during normal occupancy or maintenance of the building. It involves a non-intrusive visual inspection and sampling of suspect materials, and the results are compiled into an asbestos management plan to inform future decisions and actions.
• Refurbishment/demolition survey: This type of survey is required before any refurbishment or demolition work takes place in a building, as these activities are most likely to disturb ACMs. It is a more intrusive and comprehensive survey, involving destructive sampling and testing of all accessible areas in the building, including those that may be concealed, such as wall cavities and voids.

At Affordable Asbestos Removal Devon, we have the expertise, experience, and equipment to conduct both types of asbestos surveys, depending on the specific needs of your project or property.