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Management Surveys
Routine asbestos surveys to help duty holders identify, assess and manage asbestos-containing materials within occupied buildings.
Professional asbestos surveying & consultancy
Professional asbestos surveys.
Clear advice. Complete confidence.
Independent asbestos surveying and consultancy for commercial property managers, facilities teams, construction contractors and property portfolios, with the same professional service available to landlords and homeowners. Covering Yorkshire, the Humber, the North East and surrounding areas, we provide clear reports, practical advice and a personal point of contact.
- BOHS P402 qualified surveyors
- Surveys completed in line with HSG264
- Supporting compliance under CAR 2012
- Independent UKAS-accredited sample analysis
Management SurveysSupport duty holders in locating and managing asbestos in occupied premises.
R&D SurveysTargeted intrusive surveys before refurbishment or demolition works begin.
Clear ReportingPractical findings, material assessments and straightforward advice.
Core services
Practical asbestos services for real-world projects.
From ongoing asbestos management across commercial properties to targeted intrusive surveys ahead of refurbishment, Fortis supports property managers, facilities teams and contractors with clear reporting and practical advice. We also welcome domestic survey and sampling enquiries.
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Refurbishment & Demolition Surveys
Intrusive surveys carried out prior to refurbishment or demolition works, focused on the specific scope of planned disturbance.
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Re-inspections
Scheduled re-inspections to review known asbestos items, confirm condition and support ongoing asbestos management arrangements.
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Bulk Sampling
Targeted sampling of suspect materials, with samples analysed by independent UKAS-accredited laboratories and results fed back clearly.
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Consultancy & Advice
Support with asbestos queries, survey requirements, scope planning, asbestos registers and practical next-step guidance.
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High-Level Visual Inspections
Drone-assisted visual inspections of suitable roofs, rooflines and other high-level features where appropriate. Visual inspection only; not a substitute for physical asbestos sampling or access.
About Fortis
Independent expertise. Professional standards. Personal service.
Fortis Environmental Services Ltd is an independent asbestos surveying and consultancy business built on approximately 17 years of experience across electrical engineering, construction and project management, alongside specialist asbestos surveying expertise.
From a foundation in electrical engineering through to technical and management roles, that wider experience brings a practical understanding of buildings, construction work and the importance of effective risk management.
We focus on thorough surveys, clear reports and practical advice, with direct communication and the personal accountability you expect from an independent business — whether you manage a commercial property portfolio or need support with a single building.
17 years' industry experienceSpecialist asbestos surveying expertiseBOHS P402 qualifiedTFAAM — FAAM Technician MemberSurveys in line with HSG264Supporting CAR 2012 compliance
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Experienced, practical surveyingCommercial • Industrial • Domestic
Why choose Fortis
Clear advice. Sensible reporting. Professional delivery.
Fortis is built around doing the essentials properly — carrying out surveys carefully, communicating clearly and giving clients the information they actually need to make safe, compliant decisions.
£5 millionPublic Liability Insurance
£1 millionProfessional Indemnity Insurance
Standards & credentials
Grounded in the right guidance.
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TFAAM — Technician Member of FAAMProfessional technician membership of the Faculty of Asbestos Assessment and Management (BOHS).
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BOHS P402 qualified surveyorsAsbestos surveying undertaken by BOHS P402-qualified personnel, with a practical and proportionate approach to each site.
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Surveys carried out in line with HSG264Survey work follows the principles of Asbestos: The Survey Guide for planning, inspection and reporting.
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Supports compliance with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012Helping duty holders, building owners and contractors manage asbestos risks appropriately.
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Independent UKAS-accredited laboratory analysisWhere samples are taken, analysis is completed by independent UKAS-accredited laboratories.
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Clear, practical reportsReports are designed to be usable — setting out findings clearly and helping clients understand what action may be required.
Important note: Fortis Environmental Services Ltd is not UKAS-accredited for asbestos surveying. Where bulk samples are taken, analysis is undertaken by independent UKAS-accredited laboratories.
Survey guide
Which asbestos survey do you need?
The right survey depends on how the building is used and whether works could disturb its fabric. We can help confirm the suitable scope before attendance.
01 / Ongoing use
Management survey
For identifying and managing asbestos risks during normal occupation, including routine maintenance.
Best for:Building owners, landlords, managing agents and duty holders.02 / Alterations planned
Refurbishment survey
An appropriately scoped intrusive survey before work which may disturb materials, covering the affected areas.
Best for:Builders, fit-out contractors, refurbishments and property conversions.03 / Demolition planned
Demolition survey
A fully intrusive survey intended to identify asbestos in the relevant structure before demolition.
Best for:Demolition contractors, developers and pre-demolition planning.Not sure which applies? Tell us what work is planned and we’ll discuss the correct survey scope.Ask Fortis →
Project imagery
Examples of environments surveyed.
Real imagery helps show the breadth of environments Fortis works in — from commercial buildings and city-centre offices through to service areas, industrial spaces and wider property environments.
Occupied premises
External building areas and occupied premises where management surveys and ongoing asbestos management support may be required.
Plant rooms & service areas
Difficult-access utility corridors, service tunnels and concealed areas often require close attention during survey work.
Industrial structures
Warehouses, outbuildings and units may contain asbestos cement roof sheets, wall sheets and associated products.
Suspect ACM findings
Examples of materials and debris encountered during inspections, where careful identification and appropriate advice are needed.
Commercial property
Office developments, mixed-use sites and commercial buildings where survey scope, access and timing matter.
Large internal spaces
Distribution units and warehouses often require wider-area inspections and practical planning around access and operations.
Example ACM findings
Examples of asbestos-containing materials encountered on site.
Selected examples from site inspections and asbestos-related work. Each image illustrates the range of materials and conditions that surveyors may encounter; photographs alone cannot confirm asbestos content.
Toilet cistern composite
Example of asbestos-containing composite material used in a toilet cistern.
Board debris in service voids
Example of asbestos-containing board debris or fragments found within concealed service areas.
Electrical insulating components
Example of older insulating components or flash guard-type materials associated with electrical equipment.
Gasket Within Pipework
Example of gasket material found within pipework connections and fittings.
Fly-tipped asbestos cement
Example of dumped asbestos cement sheets and debris requiring controlled management and disposal.
AIB panel within roof space
Example of asbestos insulating board encountered within a concealed roof or service void area.
Boiler room insulation debris
Example of asbestos-containing insulation debris found within a boiler room.
Insulating cloth / woven material
Example of woven insulating material associated with plant, thermal protection or older equipment.
Please note: These images are shown as examples of ACMs or asbestos-related findings encountered during work. Identification should always be based on a suitable survey, inspection and, where required, laboratory analysis.
Sectors & settings
Supporting commercial clients and domestic property owners.
Our main focus is building long-term working relationships with property management, facilities management and construction clients. We also provide the same careful, straightforward service to homeowners and landlords needing individual surveys or sampling.
Coverage
Yorkshire, the Humber, the North East & beyond.
Fortis provides a responsive regional service across Yorkshire, the Humber, the North East and neighbouring areas. Work further afield is considered individually, based on project size, scope, access and programme requirements.
- ✓Regional coverage across West, South, North and East Yorkshire, the Humber, the North East and neighbouring areas.
- ✓North East England and neighbouring regions, including work for multi-site clients.
- ✓For projects outside our core region, travel and availability can be discussed as part of your enquiry.
Common questions
Helpful answers before you book.
Is an asbestos survey required before refurbishment?
Before work that may disturb building materials, asbestos risks must be identified and managed. A suitably scoped refurbishment survey is commonly required to locate ACMs within the work area before intrusive work begins.
Do you cover domestic as well as commercial properties?
Yes. Fortis works across domestic, commercial and industrial settings. The scope depends on the property and the works planned.
Can you analyse samples?
Yes. Where sampling is appropriate, bulk samples are submitted to independent UKAS-accredited laboratories for analysis.
Can you travel outside Yorkshire?
Yes. We cover Yorkshire, the Humber, the North East and surrounding areas, with longer-distance projects considered individually based on requirements.
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Get in touch
Need a quote or want to discuss a survey?
Share a few details about your property or project. We’ll make it straightforward to discuss the right survey and provide an appropriate quotation.
Contact details
Use the enquiry form, call 07849 066717 or contact Fortis directly by email. If you already know the scope of works or have drawings/photos available, that will help provide a quicker response.
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CoverageYorkshire, the Humber, the North East and surrounding areas. Projects further afield considered individually.
Typical enquiriesManagement surveys, refurbishment surveys, demolition surveys, re-inspections, bulk samples and general asbestos advice.
For enquiries about asbestos surveying, sampling or consultancy, contact Fortis directly or use the quote form.
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