Professional visit
A trained professional attends the property and assesses the material you would like tested.
Professional asbestos testing
Concerned about a material in your property?
Book a professional asbestos sampling visit with Allied Specialists. We carefully collect a small sample and arrange laboratory analysis so you can confirm whether asbestos is present.
One sample included Laboratory analysis Results within 3 working days Online booking
What is asbestos sampling?
Visual inspection alone cannot confirm whether asbestos is present.
Many building materials look alike. Laboratory analysis is required to determine whether a particular material contains asbestos. Our sampling visit is designed for customers who already have one or more specific materials they want tested.
Ideal for a specific suspect material
This service suits homeowners who have found a textured coating, cement sheet, floor tile or other building material and want a clear answer before maintenance, renovation, purchase or sale.
Controlled sample
A small sample is collected using appropriate precautions where sampling is safe and suitable.
Results within 3 working days
Your laboratory result is typically provided within 3 working days from the sample being taken.
Simple pricing Sampling visit
A clear starting price with optional extra samples.
Your final amount is calculated during booking based on the service address and the number of additional samples selected.
Includes one sample
£180 Including VAT
- Professional visit to your property
- Assessment of the material
- Collection of one sample where appropriate
- Laboratory analysis
- Results within 3 working days*
- Clear result and practical guidance
A travel charge may be calculated automatically depending on the property address. Bookings outside the online service area require manual approval and a tailored quotation.
*Typical laboratory turnaround is 3 working days from the date the sample is taken.
Optional extra
Additional samples
Test more than one material during the same visit by selecting extra samples when booking.
£30 each Including VAT and laboratory analysis
One sample is already included. Further samples are taken only where appropriate and with your agreement.
Already have a sample? Postal sample analysis
Postal sample analysis from £95 including VAT.
If a sample has already been safely collected by you or by a professional, you can send it to Allied Specialists for laboratory analysis without booking a site visit.
Send us an existing sample
£95 Including VAT for one sample
- Laboratory analysis of one submitted sample
- Clear confirmation of whether asbestos is present
- Results typically within 3 working days of receipt
- Suitable for samples already collected safely
- Professional guidance on the result
Important: This option is for samples that have already been safely collected. If you are unsure how to take a sample safely, do not disturb the material—book a professional sampling visit instead.
Professional Sampling Visit
Postal Sample Analysis
£180 including VAT
£95 including VAT
We attend your property
You send us an existing sample
One sample collected professionally
One previously collected sample analysed
Best if the material has not been sampled
Best if a safe sample is already available
Results typically within 3 working days of sampling
Results typically within 3 working days of receipt
Travel charge may apply
No property visit required
How it works STEP 01 STEP 02 STEP 03
From booking to results in three simple steps.
Book online
Enter the property address, tell us what you want tested and choose an available appointment.
We visit and sample
Our professional attends and collects the agreed sample where it is safe and appropriate.
Receive the result
Your laboratory result is typically provided within 3 working days from sampling, together with clear guidance on what it means.
When sampling may help
Get clarity before disturbing a suspect material.
Sampling is useful where a particular material has been identified and confirmation is needed.
Before DIY or renovation
Confirm a material before drilling, sanding, scraping or removing it.
Buying or selling
Obtain greater certainty about a material raised during a viewing or inspection.
Damaged materials
Understand whether a damaged material contains asbestos before deciding what to do next.
After a visual assessment
Confirm a material previously recorded as suspected rather than laboratory-confirmed.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about asbestos sampling
Does the £180 include laboratory testing?
Yes. The starting price includes the visit, one sample and laboratory analysis. A travel charge may apply depending on the service address.
How much are additional samples?
Each additional sample is £30 including VAT and laboratory analysis.
Can I send you a sample by post?
Yes. If a sample has already been safely collected by you or by a professional, we can arrange laboratory analysis for £95 including VAT. Results are typically provided within 3 working days of receiving the sample. Contact us before posting it so we can provide the correct submission instructions.
Can asbestos be confirmed by looking at a material?
No. Appearance can make a material suspect, but laboratory analysis is required to confirm whether asbestos is present.
Is this the same as a full asbestos survey?
No. A sampling visit tests specific materials. It is not a complete inspection of the property and should not be treated as an asbestos survey.
How quickly will I receive my results?
Laboratory results are typically provided within 3 working days from the sample being taken. If there is an unexpected delay, we will keep you informed.
What if the material cannot be safely sampled?
Sampling is undertaken only where it is safe and appropriate. We will explain the next suitable step if sampling cannot proceed.
Ready to confirm whether a material contains asbestos?
Book online, choose an appointment and select any additional samples you would like us to allow for.
Sampling confirms the result only for the specific materials tested. It does not confirm that other parts of the property are asbestos-free and is not a substitute for an appropriate asbestos survey where a broader inspection is required.