Test the Materials Before Any Work Disturbs Them
Any renovation work on a Las Vegas home built before 1980 that involves cutting, sanding, drilling, or demolishing existing materials requires asbestos testing before work begins on those materials. This applies to ceiling texture removal, floor tile replacement, drywall work in older construction, pipe insulation replacement, and any other work that disturbs materials from the construction era when asbestos was commonly used.
Contractors doing renovation work in Las Vegas can and do walk away from jobs where the homeowner cannot provide an asbestos clearance report for materials being disturbed. Some contractors proceed without asking. Proceeding without testing exposes the occupants, the workers, and the contractor to asbestos fiber release with no basis for knowing whether the material is hazardous. Testing before renovation is the correct step regardless of whether the contractor asks for it.
What to Test Before a Las Vegas Remodel
Test any material that will be disturbed by the renovation scope. Ceiling texture that will be scraped or sanded. Floor tiles and the mastic adhesive beneath them if flooring is being replaced. Drywall joint compound in areas being opened or demolished. Pipe wrap on any pipes being rerouted or removed. Roofing material if roofing work is planned on a pre-1980 home. We tell you exactly what needs to be sampled based on your renovation scope. Testing materials that will not be disturbed is not necessary.
What We Do
We collect samples from the specific materials in your renovation scope, send them to an accredited independent lab, and provide written results within a few business days. If results are positive, we tell you what the material handling requirements are. If negative, your contractor has documented clearance to proceed. Read more about our asbestos testing service. Call (702) 442-1126.