Professional Asbestos Inspections & Surveys

SPEC provides comprehensive asbestos inspections, sampling, and reporting to support renovation, demolition, property transactions, and other project needs throughout Florida

Asbestos Inspections and Surveys

SPEC conducts comprehensive & limited NESHAP asbestos inspections to identify and assess suspect asbestos-containing materials (ACM). Inspections are performed by experienced and qualified AHERA-accredited inspectors and can be tailored to support property owners, facility managers, maintenance planning, and other project specific needs.

Renovation & Demolition Surveys

Our NESHAP Pre-Renovation and Pre-Demolition Asbestos Surveys are designed to identify the presence, location and extent of asbestos-containing materials (ACM) that may be impacted by planned renovation and demolition activities. The resulting reports support compliance with NESHAP, FDEP, and other applicable regulations.

Laboratory Analysis & Licensed Asbestos Consultant

Representative samples are submitted to an independent, third-party, NVLAP-accredited laboratory for analysis., The findings are documented in a detailed laboratory report that will be incorporated into the report. Finally, a Florida Licensed Asbestos Consultant, reviews and signs off on all of our deliverable documentation.

Asbestos Due Diligence & General Consulting

SPEC also provides asbestos due diligence assessments for property transactions, acquisitions, and other situations where information regarding the potential presence of ACM is needed without a renovation- or demolition-related regulatory survey or reporting requirement.

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Frequently Asked Questions

An asbestos survey is a comprehensive inspection conducted by an AHERA-accredited asbestos inspector to identify the presence, extent, and condition of asbestos-containing materials (ACM) that may be impacted by planned renovation or demolition activities. The inspector evaluates accessible areas within the project scope, identifies suspect materials, and collects representative samples when necessary for laboratory analysis.

The purpose of the survey is to provide property owners, contractors, and other project stakeholders with the information needed to plan work safely and comply with applicable asbestos regulations, including the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) and applicable Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) requirements.

You can learn more about EPA asbestos regulations and NESHAP requirements and the Florida DEP asbestos program.

Requirements depend on the type of building and the scope of the planned work. Under asbestos regulations, many renovation and demolition projects require a thorough inspection of the affected area before work begins. In Florida, specific requirements and exemptions may apply depending on the type and size of the project.

For additional information, see the Florida DEP Asbestos FAQ or the EPA’s overview of the Asbestos NESHAP

If your renovation will disturb suspect building materials, an asbestos survey may be needed before work begins. This is especially important for older buildings or when work involves materials such as flooring, drywall systems, ceiling materials, insulation, roofing, or other components that may contain asbestos.

Because asbestos cannot be reliably identified by appearance alone, the EPA recommends having suspect materials sampled by a properly trained and accredited professional when renovation will disturb them. Learn more from the EPA’s remodeling and asbestos guidance.

In many cases, yes. A thorough asbestos inspection is generally required before demolition of a regulated facility, and Florida has specific asbestos requirements for renovation and demolition projects. The survey helps identify asbestos-containing materials in the affected structure before demolition begins.

You can review the requirements through the Florida DEP Asbestos Program and the EPA’s demolition and renovation requirements

During an asbestos survey, the inspector evaluates the areas affected by the planned renovation or demolition and identifies materials that may require sampling. Representative bulk samples may be collected and submitted to a qualified laboratory for analysis. The final report documents the areas inspected, materials sampled, laboratory results, and other relevant findings.

No. Asbestos cannot accurately be identified simply by looking at a building material. The only way to confirm whether a suspect material contains asbestos is through proper sampling and laboratory analysis.

The time required to complete an asbestos survey depends on the size and complexity of the property, the scope of the planned renovation or demolition, the number of materials requiring inspection and sampling, and the accessibility of suspect materials.

Once samples are collected, they are submitted to a qualified laboratory for analysis, and the findings are incorporated into the final asbestos survey report. SPEC works to provide timely results and reports based on the needs of each project. Expedited laboratory analysis and report turnaround may also be available when project timelines require faster service.

If asbestos-containing material (ACM) is identified, the next steps depend on the material’s location, condition, and whether it may be disturbed by planned renovation, demolition, or other work activities. Asbestos-containing materials should not be disturbed without first evaluating the applicable regulatory requirements and appropriate work practices.

The asbestos survey report provides information about the location and extent of identified ACM to help property owners, contractors, and other project stakeholders determine how the materials should be addressed before work begins. Depending on the project, this may include developing an appropriate scope of work, following required asbestos regulations and work practices, or using properly licensed and qualified professionals to perform the work.

The EPA’s guidance for building owners and managers provides additional information about managing asbestos-containing materials.

The cost of an asbestos survey depends on several factors, including the size of the property, the scope of the renovation or demolition, the number of materials requiring sampling, accessibility, and laboratory turnaround time.

SPEC provides project-specific pricing based on the scope of work. Contact us for a quote or to discuss your project.