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When buying a home in Caerphilly, it's essential to consider the potential risks associated with asbestos. Asbestos is a hazardous material that was widely used in construction until the late 1990s. If you're planning to purchase a property in Caerphilly, you may wonder if a homebuyers survey checks for asbestos.

A homebuyers survey, also known as a level 2 survey, is a report that provides an overview of the condition of a property. It's a more detailed inspection than a valuation report, but less comprehensive than a full structural survey. The survey is usually conducted by a Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) qualified surveyor.

A standard homebuyers survey may not necessarily check for asbestos, but it may highlight potential areas where asbestos could be present. The surveyor will look for signs of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) such as Artex ceilings, asbestos cement roofing, and insulation. However, the surveyor may not take samples or conduct a thorough asbestos survey.

An asbestos survey is a specialized inspection that focuses on identifying and assessing the presence of asbestos in a property. There are two types of asbestos surveys: management surveys and refurbishment/demolition surveys. A management survey is designed to locate and assess the condition of ACMs in a property, while a refurbishment/demolition survey is more invasive and aims to identify all ACMs in a property.

If you're buying a property in Caerphilly that was built before the year 2000, it's recommended that you consider hiring a specialist asbestos surveyor to conduct an asbestos survey. This is especially important if you're planning to renovate or refurbish the property.

An asbestos survey report will provide you with detailed information about the presence of asbestos in the property, including:

• Location and extent of ACMs
• Condition and risk assessment of ACMs
• Recommendations for management or removal of ACMs

While a homebuyers survey may not necessarily check for asbestos, it's essential to consider the potential risks associated with asbestos when buying a property in Caerphilly. If you're concerned about asbestos, it's recommended that you hire a specialist asbestos surveyor to conduct an asbestos survey. At Helix Environmental Ltd, we offer bespoke asbestos surveys and removal services in Caerphilly and surrounding areas. Contact us today on 029 2236 2397 to learn more about our services.

We provide asbestos surveys and removal services in Caerphilly, Cardiff, Newport, Bridgend, Pontypridd, Port Talbot, and all other areas within 20 miles of Caerphilly.