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Asbestos – a seriously hazardous material that sends tiny, invisible fibres flying into the air every time it’s disturbed. And, if you’ve got asbestos in your building materials, that’s a recipe for long-term health problems. Our certified asbestos testing services are designed to identify & eliminate these risks once and for all.

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Protect Your Health with Accurate Asbestos Testing & Inspection in NYC

If you’ve got an older building, it’s possible that asbestos has been lurking in the walls – in floor tiles, popcorn ceilings or insulation, for example. The problem is, asbestos fibres are invisible to the naked eye, so the only way to know for sure whether your building contains asbestos is to bring in the experts.

That’s where we come in. Our team of certified asbestos inspectors at Big Apple Asbestos Removal specialise in doing just that. We conduct asbestos surveys, take bulk material and air samples, and send them off to accredited labs for a thorough analysis. What we find, we put into a detailed report, outlining the asbestos risk level at your property and what to do next.

If asbestos is found, we take care of the safe & thorough asbestos removal process. Your home or workspace will be left safe, clean and risk-free.

Looking for a trusted asbestos testing company in NYC that’ll handle the whole inspection and removal process from start to finish? Call us now

Asbestos Services for Safety and Compliance

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Asbestos Inspection

This service identifies asbestos-containing materials using a professional visual assessment and focused evaluation. It is perfect when you need expert advice on what is present in your home or property.

Asbestos Testing

Our asbestos testing service offers lab-based analysis of suspicious materials, with certified results. You get clear, accurate results that remove uncertainty and allow you to make the right decision.

Asbestos Removal

When asbestos is identified, our team professionally removes it using approved procedures. We use industry-approved methods that protect occupants, workers, and the surrounding area.

Asbestos Abatement

When removal is not immediately necessary, abatement techniques control risk. This service helps manage asbestos safely while maintaining compliance and minimizing disruption.

Asbestos Pipe Insulation Removal

Older pipe insulation is a common source of asbestos in New York City’s residential or commercial structures. We offer proper inspection and safe handling or removal of aging insulating materials.

Asbestos Floor Tiles Removal

Many old floor tiles and adhesives contain asbestos. We ensure that such materials are handled and removed carefully, taking special care so the contaminating fibers don’t spread.

Air Quality Test

We conduct air quality testing to determine whether asbestos fibers are present in the indoor air after removal or disturbance. It provides documented assurance for property owners, occupants, and contractors.

What is Asbestos & Why Does it Need to be Removed?

Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was once hailed as a ‘miracle material’ because of its heat-resistance & durability. From the early 1900s to the 1970s, it was widely used in buildings – in roofing materials, pipe coverings and loads of other places. But the trouble is, those tiny asbestos fibres can be extremely hazardous to human health, and can cause cancerous diseases.

The NYC Department of Health and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) strongly advise having suspected asbestos-containing materials tested and removed by certified contractors. If you’ve got a building that’s more than 30 years old, we reckon it’s high time to schedule some asbestos testing services to keep you safe.

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Ensuring Compliance with Asbestos Removal Regulations in NYC

We take compliance very seriously at Big Apple Asbestos Removal. We follow the federal, state and local regulations, including OSHA’s Asbestos Standards (29 CFR 1926.1101) for worker safety, the EPA’s NESHAP (National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants) rules & the New York State Department of Labor’s asbestos regulations and NYC Building Code requirements for abatement.

By following strict compliance measures, we keep our workers & the public safe, while ensuring your property meets all the necessary legal & safety standards for asbestos management.

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Professional Methods We Use for Asbestos Inspection & Testing Asbestos Inspection & Testing Methods

Our asbestos experts use these tried-and-tested methods to give you a clear & definitive report. Schedule your same-day asbestos testing in NYC today.

Bulk Material Analysis:

We take small samples of asbestos-containing materials, followed by a lab test to see what we’re dealing with.

Air Sampling / Airborne Fiber Testing:

We use special equipment to suck in air and capture those tiny asbestos fibres on a filter – then we send them off for analysis.

Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM)

PLM helps us figure out what kind of asbestos is in your building materials – we use polarized light to spot the fibre type and percentage.

Phase Contrast Microscopy (PCM)

PCM lets us count the number of airborne asbestos fibres per cubic centimetre of air – which is super useful for keeping an eye on air quality.

Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)

TEM is the gold standard in asbestos testing – it lets us spot even the tiniest fibres that other methods might miss.

Our asbestos experts use these tried-and-tested methods to give you a clear & definitive report. Schedule your same-day asbestos testing in NYC today.

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Common Asbestos Containing Materials We Find & Remove

When we’re carrying out residential or commercial asbestos testing, there are certain building materials that just have too great a risk to ignore.

Some of the worst culprits are

Vinyl Floor Tiles & Adhesives

These old floor coverings were once common in homes and offices, and now need to be handled with care

Popcorn Ceilings

A domestic classic that sadly often harbours asbestos, and needs to be treated with caution

Pipe Insulation

Insulation in your pipes may need to be carefully removed in order to prevent danger

Vermiculite Attic Insulation

This insulation type has a higher risk of asbestos content

Roofing Materials & Siding

Where roof tiles, walls, and even some roofs have used asbestos materials

Also - we often come across

Wallboard, Joint Compound & Plaster

Where the glue, plaster & other materials could contain asbestos

Cement Products & Bulk Materials

Though often non-asbestos, these can sometimes have a risk

Electrical & Mechanical Components

A number of components are at risk in this area

Need some help with removing asbestos pipe insulation or floor tiles? Call us now.

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What Are The Health Risks Of Asbestos Exposure?

Getting asbestos fibers inside your body can have some nasty health consequences. These fibers can stay in your body for a long time and quietly do damage.

The bad news is that asbestos exposure can lead to a number of serious conditions. These include:

Mesothelioma

A rare form of cancer that messes with the lining of your lungs, abdomen or even heart. This is an aggressive cancer that can develop years after you’ve first been exposed

Lung Cancer

Asbestos just makes it more likely that you’ll get lung cancer – especially if you’ve got a history of smoking too

Asbestosis

A chronic lung disease that can leave you short of breath, coughing persistently and with reduced lung function

Chronic Respiratory Issues

Even low levels of asbestos exposure can irritate your lungs and give you trouble breathing

Delayed Onset Symptoms

The worst thing about asbestos exposure is that it might take 20 to 40 years for any symptoms to show

Higher Risk During Construction

Any activity that disturbs asbestos-containing materials makes them a much bigger danger to your health

So be proactive and protect yourself & others – call us to schedule asbestos testing in NYC now.

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Why Choose Big Apple Asbestos Removal?

NYC Local Expertise

We’re a certified asbestos removal company that’s been serving NYC since the start. We know the city inside out

Flexible Scheduling

We can do same-day testing, same-day inspections, and fast report turnaround – whatever you need, we’re here to help

Clear Communication

We take the time to explain our results in a way you can understand, and are always available to answer your questions

End-to-End Support:

From asbestos inspection, right through to complete removal, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.* Versatile Services: We offer our services to people with homes, businesses and any individual who requires asbestos removal.

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Our 6 Step Process for Asbestos Abatement in NYC

Even though asbestos isn’t something you can see with the naked eye, there are several clues that could indicate its presence in your home or building.

Initial Assessment

We assess the type, location, and condition of the asbestos-containing materials. Based on this, we create a detailed abatement plan.

Containment & Area Preparation

Before removal, we set up containment systems to fully seal the affected area. This prevents asbestos fibers from spreading.

Safe Asbestos Removal

We remove asbestos by misting the affected area and extracting the materials with methods that prevent fibers from becoming airborne.

Disposal of Asbestos

After removal, we dispose of the collected asbestos at approved disposal facilities in accordance with local, federal and state regulations.

Air Clearance Testing

We clean the area with HEPA vacuums and then conduct an air quality test to ensure that asbestos fiber levels are within safe limits.

Final Documentation

Once clearance is achieved, we provide a full abatement report documenting the work performed, testing results, and compliance records.

If you notice any of these signs, the safest step is to hire a licensed asbestos professional for testing before doing renovations.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - the things you want to know

How much does asbestos testing in NYC cost?

Prices for asbestos tests are all over the place, really dependant on the property size, number of samples you need taking, what methods you use, and how easy they are to get at. There are lots of factors to consider.

What are the different types of asbestos fibre?

You’ve got six main types of asbestos: chrysotile (white), amosite (brown), crocidolite (blue), tremolite, actinolite and anthophyllite – and all of them are bad news if you breathe them in.

What decides how likely it is you'll get ill after asbestos exposure?

Well, it’s a combination of a few things: what the asbestos is made of, where you got exposed to it, how long you were exposed, and how much of it you breathed in. all play a part in determining your risk.

What happens if asbestos is found?

We explain what we discovered, whether it is harmful, and what your next steps should be. Many asbestos issues can be resolved safely and without complications.