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Asbestos Survey

Deeback
Deeback Posts: 1 Newbie
in House buying, renting & selling
I am one of four owners of a freehold company owning a converted house (into 4 flats). The property is circa 1890. We understand that an asbestos survey is required for the communal areas (including loft). This has arisen as one of the flats is being sold, and the buyer's solicitor is asking for this and also a fire assessment.

What I am trying to ascertain, is when looking for a competent person/company to undertake the asbestos survey (management survey) - what accreditation should they have?

After a bit of research, UKAS appear to accredit - but I am not clear if the accredition is a requirement to make the survey "valid". There are many companies out there offering a survey, but not all appear to be UKAS accredited..... all very unclear!

Any help appreciated
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