Environmental Testing & Consulting of the Americas, Inc.

ASBESTOS TESTING

Commercial - Industrial - Residential

Overview

Asbestos is one of the leading causes of airborne illnesses in schools, offices and other buildings nationwide. Exposure to asbestos fibers can cause lung cancer. An estimated 20,000 people will die each year for the next 30 years from asbestos exposure. If you have reason to believe that your building has deteriorated suspect building materials, it is imperative to have those materials tested for asbestos.
 
Services
Building Inspection - ETCA provides licensed asbestos inspectors to conduct a comprehensive inspection to identify asbestos-containing building materials (ACBM). The inspection includes: Sample CollectionSample AnalysisQuantification of Materials PresentHazard AssessmentCourse of Action RecommendationReport Generation

Where is asbestos found?

Asbestos is a plentiful, readily available & low in cost mineral fiber. It has been used in thousands of building materials due to its high tensile strength, fire retardant characteristics and poor heat electrical conductivity. Due to these dynamic physical properties, asbestos is commonly found in fireproofing materials, and is also added to a variety of building materials to increase strength.
 
The three categories of Asbestos-Containing Building Materials (ACBM) are:
 
Thermal System Insulation (TSI) Insulation used to inhibit heat transfer or prevent condensation. - Pipe Insulation . Boiler Insulation . Duct Insulation . Gaskets
 
Miscellaneous Materials largely non-friable, products and materials. - Floor Tile . Ceiling Tile . Transite Board . Exterior House Siding . Roofing . Felt Surfacing
 
Surfacing Materials sprayed or troweled on surfaces for acoustical, decorative, or fireproofing purposes. - Sprayed-On Fireproofing . Plaster . Stucco . Terrazo

Collect Your Own Sample

Spray sample area with water to prevent fibers from spreading
Collect a quarter sized sample
Fill out a Client form ( or at our office )
Bring by or mail sample and form to us
You will receive results in about 5 business days

( Standard Overnight shipping with next day results available
 for additional $35 )

$50.00 for the first sample and $35 for any others.
If you have more than 10 samples please call for pricing.
We accept cash, check or credit card.