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"Instructions on how to use the kit were clear and straightforward The results came back very quickly"
Mr Brown, Wakefield
ASBESTOS TESTING
KITS UK
PRICES START AT £20.00
Our Asbestos Testing Kits UK come with easy to use and step-by-step instructions.
We offer complete telephone support for any questions you may have regarding taking the asbestos samples.
The sample results are usually available the next working day after we receive your samples.
We also offer free advice once you receive the sample results.
WHAT THE KIT INCLUDES
STANDARD KIT with no Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Instruction Leaflet x 1
Padded envelope with stamp x1
Large grip seal sample bag (Blue) x1
Small grip seal sample bag (Red) x1 per sample ordered
Small grip seal sample bag (Green) x 1 per sample ordered
Industrial wet wipes x1 per sample ordered
Sample submission form x1
Cost of testing the samples by UKAS accredited lab
STANDARD Plus KIT includes all of the above plus the following PPE
Disposable Coverall x1
Disposable Vinyl Gloves x1
Disposable Face Mask x1
Asbestos waste bags x2 (1 x Red 1 x Clear)
Items not included which you may need
Pliers or a chisel
Garden type sprayer and detergent
Touch up paint (Match pots are ideal)
Duct tape & Polythene sheeting
These general items are not included for packaging and safety reasons.
If you do not have these items most DIY hardware stores and garden centres will stock them. Not all items will be required
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Testing for asbestos is a straightforward process using a UKAS-accredited DIY sampling kit. First, order a kit equipped with full PPE (FFP3 mask, gloves, coveralls). Next, carefully follow the safety instructions to collect a small material sample (about the size of a 50p coin), double-bag it using the provided sample bags, and return it in the pre-paid envelope. Your sample will be analyzed under polarized light microscopy by a UKAS-accredited lab, with official results emailed to you—typically within 24 hours of receipt.
Testing an asbestos sample using a accredited DIY kit is significantly more cost-effective than hiring a full survey team. Prices for DIY testing kits start from £20.00 for a standard single-sample kit without PPE, and £29.95 for a single-sample kit complete with full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Discounts are available when ordering kits for multiple samples. All options include pre-paid return packaging, UKAS-accredited laboratory testing, and fast email results.
Yes, home asbestos testing kits are highly reliable—provided the sample is analyzed by a UKAS-accredited laboratory. The kit itself provides the necessary PPE, containment bags, and instructions to collect the material safely. Once returned, the sample undergoes identical, rigorous laboratory analysis (using polarized light microscopy) as a sample taken by a commercial surveyor. This ensures 100% accurate identification of asbestos type (chrysotile, amosite, or crocidolite).
Living in a home with asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) is generally not dangerous if the material is in good condition and left undisturbed. Asbestos only becomes a health hazard when it is broken, drilled, sanded, or degraded, releasing microscopic fibres into the air. If you suspect an area contains asbestos, avoid disturbing it and test it first before carrying out any DIY, renovation, or maintenance work.
With a postal DIY asbestos sampling kit, location is not an issue. We deliver testing kits directly to your doorstep anywhere in the UK. Simply follow the straightforward instructions to collect your sample safely at home, post it back to our lab using the included pre-paid packaging, and receive your official accredited test results straight to your inbox without having to pay expensive call-out fees for local technicians.
Because asbestos was mixed into over 3,000 UK building products prior to its total ban in 1999, it cannot be identified by sight alone. However, common domestic materials that frequently contain asbestos include textured ceiling/wall coatings (Artex), grey corrugated cement garage roofing, vinyl floor tiles, fuse boxes, and asbestos insulating board (AIB) soffits. Because suspect materials look identical to non-asbestos alternatives, testing a sample in an accredited lab is the only way to know for certain.
Sampling suspect materials in your home is safe and low risk provided you strictly follow the step-by-step instructions provided in our testing kits. Our kits are designed specifically for bound, non-friable materials such as textured coatings, floor tiles, and cement products, where fibres are locked within a solid matrix. Note: We do not recommend taking DIY samples of high-risk friable materials like pipe lagging, sprayed coating, or asbestos insulating board (AIB)—these should always be assessed by a licensed professional.
FAQ
How do I test for asbestos UK?
Testing for asbestos in a UK residential or commercial property is a simple, straightforward process when using a UKAS-accredited DIY sampling kit. Because asbestos fibres are microscopic and cannot be identified by sight alone, safe material collection and professional laboratory analysis are required.
Here is how the DIY asbestos testing process works:
- Order Your Testing Kit: Choose a standard kit or a kit supplied with full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including an FFP3 mask, gloves, and coveralls.
- Safely Collect the Sample: Follow the included step-by-step instructions. Dampen the area to suppress dust, carefully remove a small sample (about the size of a 50p coin), and double-bag it using the provided labelled sample bags.
- Post to the Lab: Return your securely sealed sample in the pre-paid envelope.
- Receive Your Results: Your sample is analyzed under polarized light microscopy by a UKAS-accredited laboratory, with official results returned to your email—usually within 24 hours of receipt.
FAQ
What does asbestos look like?
Because asbestos was mixed into over 3,000 different building products before its complete UK ban in 1999, it is impossible to identify asbestos by sight alone. In its raw form, asbestos consists of microscopic mineral fibres, but when used in construction, it is typically bound into materials like cement, plaster, bitumen, or vinyl.
Common asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) found in UK properties include:
- Textured ceiling and wall coatings (such as Artex)
- Corrugated garage roofing sheets and cladding (asbestos cement)
- Thermoplastic floor tiles and damp-proof membranes
- Asbestos Insulating Board (AIB) used in soffits, partitions, and fire doors
While these materials often look identical to non-asbestos building products, visual inspection can give you a strong indication of what to test. The only way to know with 100% certainty if a material contains dangerous asbestos fibres is through UKAS-accredited laboratory analysis.
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FAQ
Is DIY Asbestos Sampling Safe?
Taking an asbestos sample is a relatively safe, low-risk process provided you strictly follow the step-by-step safety instructions included in our testing kits.
Our DIY kits are specifically designed for sampling low-risk asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) where fibres are tightly bound within a solid matrix. This includes common domestic materials such as:
- Textured wall & ceiling coatings (e.g., Artex)
- Asbestos cement (garage roofs, shed panels, flue pipes)
- Vinyl floor tiles and thermoplastic backing
Important Safety Note: To protect your health, we strongly advise against taking DIY samples of high-risk or easily friable materials like pipe lagging, asbestos insulating board (AIB), or sprayed insulation. These materials release dangerous airborne fibres when disturbed and should only be handled by a licensed asbestos professional.
FAQ
Asbestos Sample Testing Near Me
With our DIY asbestos Sampling Kit, we don't need to be near you.
We post the kit out to you, no matter where you are in the UK
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