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Asbestos inspections before renovation in Massachusetts
Why the work scope should drive the inspection and when to schedule it.
Read guide →IdentificationCan asbestos be identified from a photograph?
What photographs can help document—and why they cannot provide a laboratory result.
Read guide →MaterialsCommon materials that may contain asbestos
Flooring, wall systems, ceilings, insulation, roofing and more.
Read guide →ProcessWhat to expect during an inspection
Homogeneous areas, representative samples, chain-of-custody and reports.
Read guide →Need an answer for a specific property?
Send the address, planned work, affected areas and photographs. We will help define the appropriate inspection scope.