Asbestos Sampling

Asbestos Sampling & Testing Services

The use of asbestos and asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) was banned in the UK in 1999. However, materials used in the construction, modification, or repair of buildings prior to this date may still contain asbestos. The only way to know for certain is to have the material sampled and tested by a UKAS-accredited laboratory.

At The Aztech Group, we offer a fast and efficient asbestos sampling service with a 24-hour turnaround on results. A sample certificate will be emailed directly to you for your records. All samples are taken by fully qualified and insured Aztech Group surveyors, who ensure minimal disruption by being as discreet as possible. We take great care to cause as little damage as possible and seal all sample areas to guarantee your safety at all times.

Having materials tested, whether to confirm they contain asbestos or to reassure you that they do not, allows you to manage the situation appropriately or provides peace of mind knowing there is no risk present. Many new homeowners contact us to test materials such as textured coatings (Artex), floor tiles, and garage roofs in properties they have recently purchased. This ensures that any modifications or improvements can be made safely, without exposing their family to harmful asbestos fibres.

We also frequently work with professionals in the building and construction industry. When a suspicious material is discovered during work on a property, our sampling service ensures that the material is tested quickly and safely. If work is halted, one of our surveyors can attend the site the same day to collect a sample, with results returned the very next day so work can resume.

Why Should You Have a Material Sampled and Tested?

  • To confirm that a material contains asbestos and safely remove and dispose of it.

  • To verify that a material does not contain asbestos, giving you peace of mind.

  • If a material suspected to contain asbestos has been damaged.

  • When working on or near a suspect material.

  • To reassure your customers and ensure their safety.

  • To protect your workforce from potential exposure.

What You Can Expect from The Aztech Group:

  • A professional, directly-employed asbestos surveyor will attend and take the sample.

  • The sample will be tested by an independent UKAS-accredited laboratory.

  • You will receive your results within 24 hours.

  • If the results confirm the presence of asbestos, The Aztech Group can advise and assist with managing the risk.