Asbestos enquiries for commercial, industrial and public-sector premises across Manchester and surrounding towns.
Tell us your property location when you enquire. Attendance, access and the service scope are confirmed for each project.
Ancoats combines historic industrial buildings with canals and newer development. Nearby Castlefield has its own canal-side setting and converted warehouse architecture.
For a conversion or fit-out, describe what is being altered rather than relying on the age of the original shell.
Local Context: Visit Manchester Further Local ContextSalford Quays is home to MediaCity and Lowry. The wider city also includes Worsley and its connection to the Bridgewater Canal.
For occupied premises and shared buildings, include access arrangements and any existing asbestos records.
Local Context: Visit ManchesterStockport has a historic connection with the hatting industry, explored at Hat Works. The town also has the railway viaduct and the historic Staircase House.
Older buildings can contain several generations of alterations. A work-specific survey needs to reflect the layers your project will disturb.
Local Context: Visit ManchesterBolton’s cultural buildings include the Octagon Theatre and Bolton Albert Halls. Smithills Hall is another established part of the area’s built heritage.
We welcome enquiries from facilities managers, landlords and contractors responsible for commercial, industrial and public-sector premises. Tell us whether your concern is routine management or proposed building work.
Local Context: Visit ManchesterBury is known for its market and the East Lancashire Railway. The Rock and Mill Gate are shopping destinations in the town centre.
For retail premises or shared commercial buildings, explain which parts of the property you control and where access is restricted.
Local Context: Visit ManchesterGallery Oldham is one of the town’s cultural venues. The wider borough also includes the Millgate Arts Centre in Delph.
For a building with mixed uses, state which rooms are occupied and which work areas can be vacated for investigation.
Local Context: Visit ManchesterRochdale Town Hall is a prominent historic building. The Rochdale Pioneers Museum records the town’s connection with the co-operative movement.
A condition concern and a planned refurbishment may need different instructions. Share the reason for your enquiry so the scope can be discussed.
Local Context: Visit ManchesterPortland Basin Museum occupies a restored former Ashton Canal warehouse. Ashton Market is another recognised feature of the town.
For workshops, commercial units or a workplace alteration, describe the material and whether any work has already begun.
Local Context: Visit ManchesterTrafford Park lies in the northern part of Trafford, near Old Trafford. IWM North stands beside the Manchester Ship Canal.
Industrial enquiries should include the building layout, service routes, working hours and any restrictions affecting safe access.
Local Context: Visit ManchesterThe Bridgewater Canal passes through Sale. Waterside is a performance and arts venue in the town centre, beside the canal and opposite the Metrolink station.
For a commercial refurbishment or business fit-out, describe the planned disturbance and any samples or reports already available.
Local Context: Visit Manchester Further Local ContextThese local landmarks describe the areas we cover. They do not imply that we have worked at those buildings or that any particular property contains asbestos.
Start with an asbestos survey for a wider investigation, testing for a specific material, or removal guidance if asbestos is already confirmed. For a location outside the areas listed, include the postcode so availability can be checked.
Tell us what you have found, or what you are planning.