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Edinburgh & Central Belt

Asbestos Survey Edinburgh

Professional asbestos surveys in Edinburgh from £65 + VAT. BOHS P402 qualified surveyors. UKAS-accredited laboratory analysis. Reports within 48 hours. CAR 2012 compliant.

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Asbestos Surveys in Edinburgh

Onea Environmental provides professional, compliant asbestos surveys for domestic and commercial properties across Edinburgh and the Central Belt of Scotland. Our BOHS P402 qualified surveyors carry out management, refurbishment and demolition surveys in accordance with HSG264 and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (CAR 2012).

Edinburgh has a rich architectural heritage, with many properties dating from the Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian eras through to post-war council housing and 1960s–1990s commercial developments. Asbestos was used extensively throughout these periods, making professional surveys essential for any property built or refurbished before 2000.

Whether you are a homeowner planning renovations, a landlord meeting your duty of care, a property developer, or a commercial building manager — we provide fast, reliable asbestos surveys with UKAS-accredited laboratory analysis and clear, actionable reports.

Types of Asbestos Survey We Provide in Edinburgh

Management Survey

From £125 + VAT

The standard survey for managing asbestos during normal occupation. Identifies ACMs that could be disturbed during routine maintenance. Required for all non-domestic properties built before 2000.

Suitable for: Landlords, property managers, commercial premises, duty of care complianceReport turnaround: 48 hours

Refurbishment Survey

From £195 + VAT

Required before any refurbishment, renovation, or maintenance work. Fully intrusive survey of all areas where work is planned. Identifies all ACMs that could be disturbed during construction.

Suitable for: Pre-renovation, kitchen/bathroom refits, property developers, extensionsReport turnaround: 48–72 hours

Demolition Survey

From £295 + VAT

The most comprehensive survey type. Required before full or partial demolition. Fully intrusive, covering all areas of the structure. Building must be vacated.

Suitable for: Pre-demolition, structural alterations, complete building removalReport turnaround: 3–5 working days

What Your Edinburgh Asbestos Survey Report Includes

Every asbestos survey we carry out in Edinburgh comes with a comprehensive, HSG264-compliant report. Here is exactly what you will receive:

Executive summary of findings
Full scope and methodology used
Location and extent of all ACMs identified
Condition assessment and material risk scores
Photographs of all sampled materials
UKAS-accredited laboratory analysis certificates
Recommendations for management or removal
Asbestos register for ongoing compliance
Priority action list ranked by risk
CAD floor plans with ACM locations marked

Where Is Asbestos Found in Edinburgh Properties?

Edinburgh properties commonly contain asbestos in the following locations:

Artex and textured ceiling coatings
Vinyl floor tiles and backing
Pipe lagging and insulation
Boiler flues and gaskets
Cement roofing sheets and guttering
Fuse boards and electrical panels
Window putty and sealants
Communal stairwell materials
Soffit and fascia boards
Toilet cisterns and panels
Fire doors and firebreaks
Textured wall coatings (Artex)

Edinburgh tenements: If you live in or manage an Edinburgh tenement flat, asbestos is very likely present. Artex ceilings, vinyl floor tiles, and pipe lagging in communal areas are the most common locations. We have extensive experience surveying Edinburgh tenements and can advise on both private and communal area obligations.

Asbestos Survey Edinburgh — Frequently Asked Questions

How much does an asbestos survey in Edinburgh cost?+
Our asbestos surveys in Edinburgh start from £65 + VAT for UKAS laboratory testing and analysis of suspect materials. Basic call-out and sampling starts from £125 + VAT. Management surveys for standard properties typically cost £125–£350 + VAT depending on size. We provide fixed-price quotes with no hidden charges — the price we quote is the price you pay.
Do I need an asbestos survey in Edinburgh?+
If your property was built or refurbished before the year 2000, there is a strong likelihood it contains asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). Under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (CAR 2012), dutyholders of non-domestic premises have a legal obligation to manage asbestos. An asbestos survey is the first step to identifying ACMs and ensuring compliance. For domestic properties, a survey is strongly recommended before any renovation, refurbishment, or demolition work.
What qualifications do your Edinburgh asbestos surveyors have?+
Our surveyors hold the BOHS P402 qualification — the industry-standard certification for asbestos building surveys and bulk sampling. All surveys follow HSG264 (Asbestos: The Survey Guide) and comply with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. Samples are analysed at UKAS-accredited laboratories.
How long does an asbestos survey take in Edinburgh?+
A typical management survey for a standard domestic property takes 1–2 hours on site. Larger commercial premises may take a full day. You will receive your full survey report, including UKAS lab results, within 48 hours for management surveys. Refurbishment and demolition surveys may take 3–5 working days due to their intrusive nature.
What types of asbestos survey do you provide in Edinburgh?+
We provide all three types of asbestos survey as defined by HSG264: Management Surveys (for ongoing asbestos management during normal occupation), Refurbishment Surveys (required before any renovation or construction work), and Demolition Surveys (required before full or partial demolition). We also offer re-inspection surveys for properties with existing asbestos registers.
What does an asbestos survey report include?+
Our Edinburgh asbestos survey reports include: executive summary, full methodology, location and extent of all ACMs, condition assessment with risk scores, photographs of sampled materials, UKAS laboratory analysis certificates, management recommendations, an asbestos register for compliance, and priority action list. All reports are compliant with HSG264 and CAR 2012.
Can you survey Edinburgh tenements and flats?+
Yes. Edinburgh tenements are among the most common properties we survey. Many tenement buildings date from the Victorian and Edwardian era and frequently contain asbestos in artex ceilings, floor tiles, pipe lagging, textured coatings, and communal areas. We have extensive experience surveying Edinburgh tenements, HMOs, and flatted properties.
Is asbestos common in Edinburgh properties?+
Yes. Asbestos was used extensively in construction throughout Edinburgh from the 1950s to the late 1990s. It is commonly found in artex ceilings, floor tiles, pipe insulation, boiler flues, roofing materials, textured wall coatings, and cement products. Edinburgh tenements, council housing, schools, offices, and industrial buildings all frequently contain ACMs. Over 50% of Edinburgh properties built before 2000 are likely to contain some form of asbestos.

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Edinburgh Areas We Cover

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