AHERA certified inspectors
Our AHERA certified inspectors conduct thorough asbestos assessments of your property, testing any suspect building materials that may contain asbestos. Whether you’re concerned about insulation, roofing, flooring, or other materials in older homes or buildings, we have the expertise to identify potential risks and provide clear, actionable results. Our services include testing of both residential and commercial properties.
Asbestos Testing Process:
- Visual Inspection: We begin with a full non-invasive visual examination of the property to identify materials commonly known to contain asbestos.
- Sample Collection: Our inspectors collect samples of suspect materials, such as pipe insulation, floor tiles, siding, roofing materials, and ceiling tiles, to be analyzed by an accredited laboratory. This ensures precise identification of asbestos content.
- Airborne Asbestos Testing: For a more thorough assessment, we can also test the air inside your property to detect any asbestos fibers that may have become airborne due to deterioration or damage to building materials.
Full Asbestos Assessments
In addition to testing individual materials, we offer full asbestos assessments for properties, especially for homes undergoing renovations or demolition. These assessments are critical in determining whether asbestos is present in any part of the building structure, ensuring the safety of contractors, homeowners, and tenants during any work that disturbs the building.
Why Asbestos Testing is Important:
Asbestos fibers can become airborne when materials are disturbed, and exposure to these fibers is hazardous to health. Older homes, especially those built before the 1980s, are at a higher risk of containing asbestos. By testing for asbestos before any renovations or demolitions, you prevent exposure and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Asbestos Material Testing: Sampling and laboratory analysis of suspect building materials.
- Airborne Asbestos Testing: Testing for asbestos fibers in the air.
- Full Asbestos Assessments: Comprehensive inspection of a property to determine asbestos presence before renovations, demolitions, or property sales.
Don’t take chances with asbestos. Ensure your property is safe and compliant with Heartland Home Inspections’ expert asbestos inspection and testing services.
