Need To Schedule An Asbestos Inspection? We Can Help!
ERI Consulting has provided fast and hassle-free asbestos testing in Tyler, TX and Longview, TX since 1987. We’ve served more than 20,000 businesses in your area by keeping commercial buildings safe and up to code.
Why Choose ERI For Your Asbestos Survey?
- More than 30 years serving Tyler & Longview
- 20,000+ inspections completed
- 6,000+ asbestos abatement projects completed
- Local asbestos testing lab
- Test results in 5-7 days
- Licensed Texas Asbestos Consultants
What is Asbestos And Why Is It Dangerous?
Asbestos is a mineral used as insulation or to make products fire-resistant. It became popular during the industrial revolution when people found its many valuable commercial uses.
However, the substance was eventually discovered to pose a major health risk. The tiny asbestos fibers can be about 1/80th the diameter of a human hair, making them easy to inhale unaware.
The health effects of asbestos can be very serious, leading to lung complications, asbestosis, and cancer.
That’s why in 1978, the Texas legislature passed laws banning the use of asbestos in commercial buildings.
Where Can You Find Asbestos?
Asbestos can be found in thousands of products and materials, including:
- Roofing felts
- Spray-on fireproofing
- Floor tiles
- Ceiling tiles
- Popcorn ceiling
- Sheetrock lining
- And more
ERI can perform in-depth popcorn ceiling asbestos tests, testing your drywall for asbestos, and more for your commercial or residential property in Tyler or Longview to ensure your facility is safe.
Do You Need An Asbestos Inspection?
You should schedule an inspection if:
If your home or business was built before 1980
For the most part, asbestos was phased out in 1978. So if your commercial buildings constructed after that time shouldn’t have asbestos present.
If you need to acquire a building permit
Texas law requires that all commercial facilities be inspected for asbestos whether the building was built before or after 1980.
If you want to keep your building occupants safe
If your commercial building in Tyler or Longview has never been inspected, your employees, customers, and other occupants may be at risk. Keep them safe by scheduling an asbestos test today.
How It Works
All our asbestos testing services strictly follow regulations set out by the EPA, OSHA, and TDSHS. Here’s our process:
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Tell us about your property:
First, we’ll have you fill out a form with some basic information:
- The age of the building
- Size of the building
- Location & address
- Name of the contact person
- And other general information
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We’ll create a competitive bid:
Once we have your information, we’ll write up a proposal.
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Schedule your inspection:
According to Texas regulations, we’re required to take three samples of all materials that may have asbestos.
So, we’ll usually take three samples of sheetrock, floor tiles, and other materials.
When we have your samples, we will bring them to our local asbestos lab and analyze them according to regulations of Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM).
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Test your samples:
Lab testing has to be done under the supervision of certified asbestos inspectors and consultants. Our asbestos testing company has several licensed asbestos analysts and consultants in house. Each of our licensed professionals does ongoing training and stays up to date with regulations.
We do all lab testing in house. Inspections usually take 2-3 days, followed by 2-3 days of testing to get your lab results. It takes about a week to get results.
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Asbestos Abatement:
If we determine there’s asbestos on your property, we can handle the asbestos removal, or abatement, process.
When it comes to removing asbestos, three parties have to work together to get the job done:
- The contractor
- The consultant
- The state inspector
To prevent a conflict of interest, the contractor and the consultant cannot be from the same company. ERI provides the consulting services.
Request Asbestos Testing In Tyler, Texas Or Longview Today!
Ready to move forward with scheduling your asbestos testing in Longview, TX or Tyler, TX? You can start by filling out this form to tell us about your facility. We’ll contact you ASAP to schedule your inspection.
If you have any questions about our services, give us a call anytime: 903-534-5001
