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Asbestos Testing & Inspection in Denver, CO

You cannot tell whether a material contains asbestos just by looking at it, and disturbing asbestos without knowing it is present can release dangerous fibers into the air. That is why testing and inspection are the essential first step before any renovation, demolition, or cleanup in an older building. Critical Restoration provides professional asbestos testing and inspection across Colorado, safely identifying asbestos containing materials so you know what you are dealing with before anything is disturbed.

Asbestos is a regulated hazardous material, and testing must be done carefully by trained professionals using accredited laboratory analysis. We are available to schedule promptly, including when asbestos is a concern during a fire or water damage loss.

Why You Cannot Identify Asbestos by Sight

Asbestos was mixed into hundreds of common building materials, and it is not visible to the naked eye once it is part of a product. The only reliable way to confirm whether a material contains asbestos is to have a sample carefully collected and analyzed by an accredited laboratory. Guessing is dangerous, because disturbing an asbestos containing material during renovation or cleanup can send microscopic fibers into the air, where they can be inhaled and cause serious, long term health problems.

Where Asbestos Is Commonly Found

Asbestos was widely used in construction before its dangers were understood, so it is especially common in buildings constructed before the 1980s. Materials that may contain asbestos include:

  • Popcorn and other textured ceilings
  • Vinyl floor tiles and the adhesives beneath them
  • Pipe, boiler, and duct insulation
  • Certain attic and wall insulation
  • Cement siding, shingles, and roofing materials
  • Drywall joint compound and textured coatings

What Asbestos Testing and Inspection Involves

  • A careful inspection of the areas and materials in question
  • Safe collection of samples using proper methods to avoid releasing fibers
  • Analysis by an accredited laboratory to confirm the presence and type of asbestos
  • Identification of the condition and location of any asbestos containing materials
  • A clear report of the findings to guide safe next steps

Never Disturb Suspected Asbestos

If you suspect a material contains asbestos, the most important thing you can do is leave it alone. Do not cut, sand, scrape, drill, or remove it, and do not attempt to clean up debris from a damaged asbestos material. Disturbing it is exactly what releases hazardous fibers. Have it tested first, and let certified professionals handle anything that must be removed or repaired.

When to Get Asbestos Testing

  • Before any renovation or demolition in an older building
  • Before buying or selling an older home
  • When building materials are damaged, deteriorating, or disturbed
  • After a fire, water, or storm loss in an older building
  • Any time you suspect a material may contain asbestos

Why Colorado Chooses Critical Restoration

  • Safe, proper sampling and accredited laboratory analysis
  • Clear reporting that guides compliant, safe next steps
  • Knowledge of the materials and eras where asbestos is common
  • Complete service, from testing through certified abatement and restoration
  • Locally owned and operated across Colorado

Serving Denver Metro, Northern Colorado, and Southern Colorado

Critical Restoration provides asbestos testing and inspection across the greater Denver metro area, northern Colorado, and southern Colorado, including Aurora, Denver, Boulder, Longmont, Fort Collins, Greeley, Castle Rock, Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and the surrounding communities.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I know if my home has asbestos?
    You cannot tell by looking, because asbestos is not visible once it is part of a building material. The only reliable way to know is professional testing, in which a sample is safely collected and analyzed by an accredited laboratory. This is especially important in buildings built before the 1980s.
  • Do I need testing before renovating an older home?
    Yes, this is strongly recommended and often required. Renovation and demolition disturb materials, and if they contain asbestos, that releases hazardous fibers. Testing first tells you whether asbestos is present so the work can be done safely and in compliance with regulations.
  • Is it safe to collect a sample myself?
    No. Collecting a sample improperly can release fibers into the air. Sampling should be done by trained professionals who use proper methods to avoid disturbance, and the sample should be analyzed by an accredited laboratory.
  • What should I do if I think a material has asbestos?
    Leave it alone. Do not cut, sand, drill, scrape, or remove it, and do not clean up debris from it. Have it tested by professionals, and let certified experts handle anything that needs to be removed or repaired.
  • Do you handle removal if asbestos is found?
    Yes. We provide complete service from testing through certified asbestos abatement and restoration, so the same team can safely resolve any asbestos identified during the inspection.

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