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AsbestosAsbestos is a fibrous mineral (rock) that occurs naturally throughout the world. There are several different types of asbestos, the two most common being chrysotile and amosite. Asbestos has been added to various building materials to make them lighter, fire resistant, stronger, and cheaper. It has been identified as a potential health hazard. An effort has been made to remove asbestos containing materials from buildings in order to limit asbestos exposure in homes, workplaces, and schools. Please note that the presence of asbestos containing materials in your home does not mean you have a health hazard. For asbestos to be harmful, its fibers must become airborne in the form of a respirable (breathable) dust. Some of the building materials in your home that might contain asbestos are:
If you are concerned about asbestos in your home you can deliver a small sample of the suspect material to the lab in a ziplock bag. Please label the bag with your name, address, and sample location (i.e.: kitchen floor). All samples submitted to the lab must also include a completed Chain of Custody record (click here to download form). Once your sample has been analyzed we will send you a report stating the results. Prices for analysis can be found on the Payment Form. We also provide an air clearance test for homes in the Southern California region that have had asbestos containing materials (ACM) removed. This test certifies that the air in your home meets the AHERA accepted standard for final clearance of fibers in the air. Most contractors supply this test with their services. If you need an air clearance test, please contact the lab and we can arrange for a technician to come out to your home and run the test. Asbestos | Lead | Mold | Marine Chemistry |
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