Licensed Asbestos Testing & Inspection
Asbestos testing provides one thing most renovation projects need before work begins: certainty.
Many building materials installed before the 1980s contained asbestos. In most cases those materials are not dangerous when they remain intact and undisturbed. Problems usually arise when renovation or demolition begins and materials are cut, broken, or removed without knowing what they contain.
Testing before work starts allows homeowners, contractors, and permit offices to make decisions based on documented laboratory results instead of assumptions.
Our inspections provide that documentation.
For properties located within the city, see our Chicago asbestos testing page.
Quick Answers Before You Call
Most people contacting us want two questions answered immediately.
How much does asbestos testing cost?
Most residential asbestos inspections are $375.
This includes:
• Visual inspection of relevant materials
• Up to three bulk material samples
• Accredited laboratory analysis
• Photo-documented PDF inspection report
If the inspection is required for a renovation or demolition permit, pricing varies depending on the structure, the number of materials present, and the scope of the project. Permit inspections are quoted individually once the project details are reviewed.
Pricing is always confirmed before scheduling.
How soon can you come?
Most inspections can be scheduled within one to two business days, and sometimes sooner depending on availability.
Standard laboratory turnaround is 2–3 business days.
Rush laboratory processing is available when projects require faster results.
📞 Call 312-972-2321 to schedule.
Most residential inspections take 30–60 minutes on site.
Why Many Contractors Choose an Inspection-Only Company
Our company performs testing and inspection only.
We do not perform asbestos removal or abatement services.
That distinction matters.
Companies that both test for asbestos and remove it may have a financial incentive tied to the outcome of the test. A positive result can lead directly to a remediation contract.
Inspection-only testing removes that conflict.
Our role is to identify materials, collect samples, and provide documented laboratory results so property owners and contractors can make informed decisions.
What Happens During an Asbestos Inspection
Many customers have never scheduled asbestos testing before. The process is straightforward.
Visual assessment
The inspection begins with a walkthrough of the areas relevant to your project. Materials commonly associated with asbestos are identified based on age, construction type, and renovation plans.
Sample collection
When materials require confirmation, small bulk samples are collected and sealed for laboratory analysis.
Laboratory testing
Samples are submitted to an accredited laboratory for PLM analysis to determine whether asbestos is present.
Inspection report
You receive a written PDF report documenting:
• materials sampled
• exact sample locations
• laboratory results
• photographs of sample areas
• inspector credentials and license information
This documentation can be submitted to contractors, permit offices, building departments, lenders, insurance companies, or real estate professionals when needed.
Situations Where Asbestos Testing Is Commonly Requested
Renovation and remodeling
Kitchen remodels, bathroom renovations, wall removal, basement finishing, and ceiling work in older homes often require testing before materials are disturbed.
Flooring installation clearance
Many flooring installers require asbestos clearance before removing existing flooring in homes built before the 1980s.
Permit documentation
Municipalities throughout the region often require asbestos inspection documentation before issuing renovation or demolition permits on older structures. Some municipalities require documentation before issuing renovation or demolition permits. Learn more about asbestos inspections for permits.
Real estate transactions
Buyers, sellers, investors, and real estate agents sometimes request testing when older materials are present before a property changes ownership.
Understanding Your Results
Negative results
If the tested materials do not contain asbestos, the documentation provides confirmation that the project can proceed.
Positive results
If asbestos is detected, the report identifies which material contains it and where it is located.
Depending on the situation, options may include professional abatement, redesigning the project scope to avoid disturbing the material, encapsulation, or leaving intact materials undisturbed when appropriate.
Testing simply provides the information needed to make the right decision before work begins.
Your Inspector
All inspections are performed by Frank Masoud, a licensed asbestos inspector in the State of Illinois.
Frank has conducted inspections across residential and commercial properties throughout the Chicago area for over a decade.
When you schedule an inspection, the professional who performs the inspection is the same person whose name and license number appear on the final report.
Schedule an Inspection
Most inspections can be scheduled within a few days, and sooner when availability allows.
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