Asbestos R&D Surveys UK: Refurbishment and Demolition Surveys | The Testing Lab
August 24, 2026
Key Facts
- HSG264 requires an R&D survey before works that disturb the building fabric.
- The survey is destructive. Occupied areas usually need to be vacated.
- TTL can follow R&D findings with air monitoring and four-stage clearance.
- The instant quote form is the same one used for management surveys.
What is an asbestos R&D survey?
A refurbishment and demolition survey looks for asbestos hidden in the fabric: voids, ducts, risers, and sealed construction. Surveyors open up the areas due to be disturbed. The report tells the principal designer and contractor what must be removed or protected before work starts.
When you need one
Use an R&D survey before strip-out, structural alteration, or demolition. A management survey is not enough for that work. CDM duty holders and licensed contractors should not start without it.
What The Testing Lab does
TTL plans access, isolates services where needed, and reports to HSG264. Service page: https://www.thetestinglab.eu/ttl-plc-asbestos-services/asbestos-refurbishment-demolition-surveys/. Instant quote: https://www.thetestinglab.eu/quote-request-asbestos-legionella-specialists-uk/.
Next steps
Looking for asbestos R&D surveys? Get an instant quote: https://www.thetestinglab.eu/quote-request-asbestos-legionella-specialists-uk/
Want to know more about asbestos R&D surveys? Ask the experts: https://www.thetestinglab.eu/ttl-plc-asbestos-services/asbestos-refurbishment-demolition-surveys/
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can people stay in the building during an R&D survey?
- Usually no for the areas being opened up. The survey is intrusive. TTL agrees exclusion and access before the visit.
- How do I get an R&D survey quote?
- Use https://www.thetestinglab.eu/quote-request-asbestos-legionella-specialists-uk/ and select asbestos.