Asbestos

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Its durability, fire resistance, and low cost made it popular for insulation, flooring, roofing, and many other construction products. 

Asbestos is hazardous when its fibers become airborne and inhaled. Long-term exposure can lead to serious respiratory diseases.

You cannot identify asbestos by sight. Only laboratory testing from collected samples can confirm the presence of asbestos-containing materials. 

Testing is recommended before any renovation, demolition, plumbing, electrical, or restoration work that could disturb building materials. 

Floor tiles, insulation, drywall compound, plaster, roofing, siding, pipe wrap, textured ceilings, and many cement-based materials. 

No. Asbestos must be removed by a certified abatement contractor following strict safety and disposal regulations. 

Your consultant will identify where it’s located, its condition, and what next steps are required—typically professional abatement or safe management.

Costs vary depending on the number of samples, the size of the property, and the type of materials being tested. A consultation can provide an accurate estimate. 

If your building was constructed prior to the 1990s, testing is strongly recommended for any project involving demolition, drilling, or material removal.