Commercial & Residential
Asbestos Testing & Abatement
Management
No amount of asbestos is safe. Breathe easy with asbestos testing & inspections from M.A.R.S Environmental.
SERVING CENTRAL & WESTERN UNITED STATES
- 25+ Years of Experience
- High-Accuracy Testing
- Fully Insured
- 25+ Years of Experience
- High-Accuracy Testing
- Fully Insured
What M.A.R.S. Environmental Clients Have to Say
We’ve been safeguarding air quality for over 20 years.
Testing is the Only Way to Identify Asbestos
Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) vary widely in appearance, function, location, and year of production, so
visual assumptions are not enough.
Do Not Disturb
- Lung Cancer
- Mesothelioma
- Asbestosis
A Modern Problem
While homes built before 1980 are most likely to contain asbestos, ACMs were only banned in the U.S. in 2024.
Asbestos Testing Process
1
Quote & Schedule
2
Samples & Testing
A certified technician arrives on time to inspect materials & gather necessary samples.
3
Fast Results
Where Does
Asbestos Hide?
Roofing & Siding Shingles
Insulation (Homes built 1930-1950)
Textured Paint
Wall & Ceiling Patching Compounds (Banned in 1977)
Artificial Ashes & Embers in Gas Fireplaces
Walls & Floors by Wood-Burning Stoves
Vinyl Floor Tiles & Adhesives
Coverings on Hot Water & Steam Pipes
Oil & Coal Furnace Insulation
Ductwork & HVAC System
Flooring
Ceiling Tiles
Where Does Asbestos Hide?
Roofing &
Siding Shingles
Insulation
(Homes built 1930-1950)
Textured
Paint
Wall & Ceiling
Patching Compounds (Banned in 1977)
Artificial Ashes
& Embers in Gas Fireplaces
Walls & Floors
by Wood-Burning Stoves
Vinyl Floor
Tiles & Adhesives
Coverings on
Hot Water & Steam Pipes
Oil & Coal
Furnace Insulation
Ductwork & HVAC
System
Flooring
Ceiling
Tiles
Once inhaled, asbestos fibers cannot be removed through medical treatment. Are you and your family safe?
Know for sure with asbestos testing.
Asbestos Testing & Abatement Services
Asbestos
Testing
- Single Family Residential
- Commercial
- Multifamily Properties
- Housing & Urban Development (HUD)
- AHERA School Asbestos
- Childcare Facilities
Permit
Inspections
- Full or Partial Demo
- Whole House Surveys
- Renovations & Restorations
- Flooring & Roofing
Abatement Project
Management & Design
- State-Certified Abatement Contractor Recommendations*
- Asbestos Air Monitoring During Removal
- Asbestos Abatement Clearance Testing with onsite results
*Colorado law mandates that State-Certified Air Monitoring Specialists not offer direct abatement services.
There’s no room for asbestos assumptions during a
home renovation or demolition.
Keep your project safe and on schedule with a certified inspection.
Asbestos Testing Standards & Regulations
Federal Asbestos Standards
We follow all EPA asbestos testing guidelines.
Single Family Home Construction: The 32 sq ft Rule
Surfacing
- Testing Requirements based on Amount of Material Present:
- 3 Samples: 0-1000 sq ft
- 5 Samples: 1000-5000 sq ft
- 7 Sample Minimum: 5000+ sq ft
- Common ACMs: Drywall, joint compound, plaster, stucco, wall texture
Thermal System Insulation (TSI)
- 3 Sample Minimum per Material
- Common ACMs: Thermal Insulator, Boiler pipe, duct wrap, duct tape, anything insulating a heating source
Miscellaneous
- 2 Samples per Material
- Common ACMs.- Flooring, ceiling tile, Insulation, siding, window glazing
Colorado Asbestos Testing Standards & Regulations
Our trained specialists follow all Colorado State DORA, and CDPHE regulations for:
- Single family residential properties
- Commercial and multi-family buildings
- HUD-regulated housing
- Childcare facilities & schools
Colorado law requires an asbestos inspection prior to all remodel, renovation & demolition projects.
Nebraska Asbestos Testing Standards & Regulations
- In Nebraska, all asbestos-related work – including testing, asbestos projects, and clearance air sampling – must be performed by licensed individuals.
- Nebraska also has strict decontamination standards and regulations for appropriate protective clothing during asbestos projects and warning signs for asbestos-containing materials.
FAQs
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fiber that gained popularity in the construction & manufacturing industries due to its robust strength and heat-resistant properties. When asbestos is disturbed, fibers become airborne and inhaled which can cause serious health issues, including lung cancer and mesothelioma.
If you suspect asbestos or plan on starting a home project that involves the disturbance or removal of any untested materials, contact a licensed asbestos inspector who can safely assess the situation and recommend next steps. These will often include testing, removal, or containment.
First, determine the condition of the ACM. If there is no current damage, and future damage is highly unlikely, it can be best to simply leave the ACM alone. On the other hand, if there is any damage at all, or if disturbance is likely or forthcoming, consult with a licensed abatement professional immediately. M.A.R.S. Environmental can help design and manage the abatement project, and recommend a high-quality local abatement specialist.
Abatement includes removal, encapsulation, or enclosure of asbestos-containing materials to prevent air contamination and human exposure to asbestos fibers. Only licensed professionals can create and execute asbestos testing & abatement plans.
Testing is the ONLY way to know if asbestos is a threat to your health, your family, or your property.
We Offer Asbestos Testing in:
- Colorado
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- California
- Wyoming
- Iowa
Our Locations
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call us
720-388-8448 -
Colorado Location:
580 Burbank St, Unit 115, Broomfield, CO 80020
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Nebraska Location:
3909 Cumming St, Ste 201, Omaha, NE 68131
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