The importance of survey for Asbestos Testing

Asbestos testing involves collecting samples of suspected ACMs and analyzing them in a laboratory. Before collecting the samples, it is important to carry out a thorough asbestos survey of the building. The survey helps to identify areas and materials that might contain asbestos. The asbestos survey usually involves visual inspections by our expert surveyors.

Benefits of Asbestos Testing

Asbestos testing is essential for various reasons, including:

• Compliance with legal requirements: According to UK law, if you plan to undertake building work or renovation, you must first carry out an asbestos survey to make sure there is no asbestos in the building.
• Safety: As already mentioned, asbestos exposure can be hazardous to health. Asbestos testing helps to ensure that you and your family or staff members are safe from any asbestos-related health problems.
• Peace of mind: Asbestos testing gives you the certainty that your building is free from asbestos, providing you with peace of mind.
• Savings: Asbestos testing can save money in the long run. If you detect asbestos in your building materials early enough, you can have it removed, preventing any costly damage to your health and future litigation suits.

Our Asbestos Testing Services

At Affordable Asbestos Removal Devon, we offer top-quality asbestos testing services. Our experts are trained and qualified to carry out asbestos surveys and testing of domestic and commercial properties to determine the existence of asbestos. We are committed to ensuring that our clients receive complete and accurate results within the shortest possible time.

Our Asbestos Testing Process

Our Asbestos Testing process involves the following steps:

• Inspection: We inspect the property thoroughly to identify and map any potential asbestos hazards. The inspection helps us to locate any materials that could contain asbestos and determine the extent of the problem.
• Sampling: We then take representative samples of any suspected ACMs for analysis in an accredited UKAS laboratory. The samples collected for asbestos testing are analyzed using polarized light microscopy. The process involves identifying the structural features, which helps to determine whether the material contains asbestos or not.
• Analysis: Our lab experts analyze the samples and provide a comprehensive report detailing the findings. The report will include the type of ACM identified, the degree of contamination, and general information on how to prevent further contamination.