asbestos testing service

Apogee Environmental Solutions provides comprehensive residential asbestos testing through the use of an independent third-party asbestos testing labs in Ottawa, ensuring objective and unbiased results. Should the test results confirm the presence of asbestos, and you opt to engage our services for its removal, we will waive all costs associated with the material sampling and testing. 

The asbestos sample collection process is a crucial procedure for identifying the presence of asbestos in materials to ensure safety and compliance with health regulations. The process begins with a thorough visual inspection of the site to locate potential asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). A small sample of the suspected material is carefully extracted using clean, sharp tools, ensuring minimal disturbance to prevent fiber release. The sample is then placed in a sealed, labeled container to prevent contamination and is documented with precise location details. The collected sample is sent to a certified laboratory for analysis using techniques such as polarized light microscopy (PLM) or transmission electron microscopy (TEM).  This meticulous process ensures accurate detection and safe handling of asbestos, protecting both the environment and public health.  

Despite meticulous efforts in the asbestos sample collection process, there remains a potential for materials that are hidden or inaccessible during the inspection. Hidden asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) might be located behind walls, under floors, or within other concealed areas that were not sampled. Consequently, property owners, contractors, and inspectors may discover such hidden ACMs during the removal process. Ultimately, while thorough inspection and sampling are critical, the possibility of hidden asbestos underscores the importance of continuous monitoring and the need for proper management plans to address any future discoveries.