Management or refurbishment survey: which one do you need?
The right asbestos survey depends on what happens to the building next. Here is how to tell the two main types apart, and when a single sample is enough.
Textured ceilings and Artex: what to know before you sand or scrape
Asbestos was added to textured coatings until 1984. Left alone it is low risk, but sanding or scraping it is a different matter. Here is what to do first.
The duty to manage asbestos: a plain guide for landlords of blocks
If you own or manage a block of flats, the shared parts fall under the duty to manage asbestos. This is what that means in practice, step by step.
How to read your asbestos survey report
A good report puts the answer on the first page. Here is what each part means, including the material assessment score and the areas not reached.
Asbestos cement garage roofs and sheds: what to do about them
Corrugated cement sheets on garages and sheds were made with asbestos until 1999. Here is when they are fine to leave, and what not to do to them.
Getting ready for your asbestos survey: a short checklist
A survey is only as good as the access and information behind it. Six things that help on the day, and five you should get back before the visit.