TRUSTED ACROSS ESSEX
FOR OVER
50 YEARS
Asbestos Surveys Essex is a local, family-run business. Over the years, we’ve become a trusted name across Essex and the South East by keeping things simple, honest, and professional.
- Fully compliant with HSE regulations
- Competitive, transparent pricing
- Surveyor on site within the week
- Family-run Business
Liam Elder
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Liam brings more than 25 years of experience within the asbestos surveying and consultancy industry, leading the company with a strong commitment to professionalism, quality, and customer service.
Over the course of his career, Liam has developed extensive expertise in asbestos surveying, project management, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance across a wide range of residential, commercial, industrial, educational, and public sector properties. His in-depth industry knowledge and practical experience have helped establish Asbestos Surveys Essex as a trusted and respected provider of asbestos services throughout Essex and the surrounding areas.
As Managing Director, Liam oversees all aspects of the business, ensuring that every project is delivered to the highest standards of safety, accuracy, and professionalism. He works closely with clients, contractors, property managers, and organisations to provide reliable asbestos surveying solutions tailored to individual project requirements.
Throughout his 25-year career, Liam has successfully managed and overseen thousands of asbestos-related projects, including management surveys, refurbishment and demolition surveys, asbestos testing, consultancy, and compliance support. His dedication to maintaining exceptional service standards and technical excellence continues to drive the company’s reputation for reliability and professionalism.
Known for his hands-on approach, attention to detail, and strong client relationships, Liam remains committed to helping clients manage asbestos safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with current legislation and health and safety regulations.
Under his leadership, Asbestos Surveys Essex continues to deliver trusted, high-quality asbestos surveying and consultancy services built on experience, integrity, and customer confidence.
Ian Elder
Technical and Quality Manager
Ian brings more than 40 years of industry experience and expertise to the business, making him one of the most knowledgeable professionals in the asbestos surveying and compliance sector.
Over the course of four decades, Ian has developed an extensive understanding of asbestos identification, surveying, risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance across a wide range of property types and industries. His experience spans residential, commercial, industrial, educational, healthcare, and public sector environments, where precision, safety, and compliance are critical.
In his role as Technical and Quality Manager, Ian is responsible for overseeing surveying standards, technical procedures, quality control systems, and regulatory compliance throughout all company operations. He plays a key role in ensuring that every asbestos survey, inspection, and report produced by Asbestos Surveys Essex meets the highest professional and industry standards.
His deep technical knowledge and practical experience allow him to provide expert guidance on asbestos legislation, health and safety requirements, and best practice procedures. He is committed to maintaining exceptional levels of accuracy, consistency, and reliability across all services delivered by the company.
Throughout his career, Ian has successfully managed and contributed to thousands of asbestos-related projects, earning a reputation for professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail. His dedication to continuous improvement and high-quality service has helped establish Asbestos Surveys Essex as a trusted and respected name within the asbestos industry.
Katy Elder
Office & Operations Manager
Katy plays a vital role in the day-to-day running of the business, ensuring that clients receive a professional, efficient, and friendly service from initial enquiry through to project completion.
With excellent organisational and communication skills, Katy is responsible for coordinating appointments, managing client communications, overseeing administrative operations, and supporting the smooth delivery of asbestos surveying services across Essex and the surrounding areas. Her attention to detail and commitment to customer service help ensure that every project is handled efficiently and professionally.
As the first point of contact for many clients, Katy is dedicated to providing clear information, prompt responses, and ongoing support throughout the surveying process. She works closely with both clients and surveyors to ensure schedules, reports, and project requirements are managed effectively and completed on time.
Her approachable and professional manner has helped establish strong relationships with customers, contractors, property managers, and commercial clients alike. She takes pride in helping maintain the high standards of service and reliability that Asbestos Surveys Essex is known for.
By supporting the operational and administrative side of the business, Katy helps ensure that the company continues to deliver trusted asbestos surveying and consultancy services with efficiency, professionalism, and exceptional customer care.
Colin Platt
Senior Surveyor and Project Manager
Colin brings over 30 years of experience within the asbestos surveying and consultancy industry. With extensive technical knowledge and hands-on expertise, he plays a key role in delivering high-quality asbestos surveying and project management services across Essex and the surrounding areas.
Throughout his career, Colin has worked across a wide range of sectors including residential, commercial, industrial, educational, healthcare, and public sector properties. His experience covers all aspects of asbestos surveying, inspection, risk assessment, and project coordination, ensuring that projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with current asbestos regulations and health and safety standards.
In his role as Senior Surveyor and Project Manager, Colin is responsible for overseeing asbestos surveys from initial planning through to completion, ensuring clients receive accurate reporting, professional guidance, and practical solutions tailored to their specific requirements. He has successfully managed and delivered numerous complex asbestos projects, coordinating survey programmes, liaising with clients and contractors, and ensuring work is completed to the highest professional standards.
Known for his attention to detail, strong technical ability, and professional approach, Colin is committed to maintaining the quality, reliability, and customer service standards that Asbestos Surveys Essex has built its reputation upon.
With three decades of industry experience, he continues to provide trusted expertise and support to clients, helping them manage asbestos risks safely, responsibly, and with confidence.