How We Identify & Test Asbestos

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Step 1: Identify and Test

The first step to understanding the full scope of your project is identifying the asbestos materials in question and testing them to verify presence. Depending on the material:

  • DIY Sampling: You may collect small samples yourself (following safe‑handling guidelines).
  • Professional Sampling: Hire a certified asbestos technician for safe, accurate collection.

Once samples are submitted to an accredited lab, we’ll review the results and guide you on next steps—ensuring you know exactly what you’re dealing with and why it matters for safety and compliance.

Who We Work With

We’ve partnered with

  • Homeowners
  • Commercial property owners
  • Buyers under contract (budgeting for inspections/abatement)
  • Realtors
  • Contractors & property developers
  • Realtors
  • HVAC Contractors
  • Property Managers
  • Siding Companies

Why You Might Need Asbestos Abatement Services

Selling your home?

Eliminate asbestos-containing materials that could lower your sale price or derail negotiations.

Buying a Home?

Ensure your home inspector is also a certified asbestos contractor—able to identify, sample, and send materials for lab testing on the spot.

Contractor or Property Developer?

The city requires an asbestos survey by a certified contractor before any remodel or demolition. Let us handle identification and testing so you stay compliant.

DIY Homeowner?

Avoid accidental exposure. We’ll help you pinpoint and test suspect materials before you begin renovations.

Realtor Assisting Buyers/Sellers?

Impress clients with clear, expert guidance on asbestos: identification, budgeting for abatement, or leveraging findings in negotiations.

Identify & Test

Most common asbestos materials

  • Popcorn / Acoustic / Textured Walls Or Ceilings
  • 9×9 Vinyl Floor Tiles
  • Mastic (Tile Adhesive)
  • Attic Insulation / Vermiculite
  • Tape On Ductwork
  • Vinyl Sheet Flooring
  • Drywall / Joint Compound / Plaster

Our Turnaround Times

Test results are typically available within 24 hours to 7 days, depending on sample quantity and rush requirements.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

How is testing for asbestos conducted?

We begin by identifying suspect materials. You can collect samples yourself (if safe) or our certified technician can do it. Samples go to an accredited lab, which reports presence and concentration of fibers. You’ll receive a detailed report with our recommendations.

What types of buildings commonly contain asbestos?

Buildings constructed before the late 1980s—residential, commercial, or industrial—often feature asbestos in insulation, flooring, ceilings, and more. Testing is advised for any renovation, demolition, or real estate transaction in older structures.

What protective measures do abatement contractors use?

Licensed professionals use:

  • PPE (respirators, disposable coveralls)
  • Sealed work areas with plastic sheeting and negative air pressure
  • Wetting agents to suppress dust
  • HEPA‑filtered vacuums and air scrubbers

Proper waste containment and disposal per federal/local regulations

Do you offer asbestos air testing?

Yes. We provide comprehensive air sampling during and after remediation to ensure fiber concentrations meet safety standards before re‑occupancy.

What are the risks of improper abatement?

Unlicensed or careless removal can release hazardous fibers, increasing risks of lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Always choose a reputable, certified contractor for safe, compliant removal.