Professional Asbestos Testing in Seattle

ATS Seattle provides technically proficient asbestos identification services in strict accordance with federal and state regulations. Our inspectors are AHERA-certified Building Inspectors and utilize polarized light microscopy (PLM) via EPA Method 600/R-93/116 for bulk material analysis. For air quality assessments, including post-abatement clearance, we employ phase-contrast microscopy (PCM) following NIOSH Method 7400, ensuring airborne fiber concentrations are below the permissible exposure limit (PEL) of 0.1 fibers per cubic centimeter (f/cc). All sampling protocols adhere to Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) standards under WAC 296-62-07712. We are fully versed in the specific requirements of the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency (PSCAA) Regulation III, which governs asbestos removal and demolition notifications. Our pre-demolition surveys comprehensively identify all Regulated Asbestos-Containing Material (RACM), including friable ACM and Category I and II non-friable ACM that has become or could become friable during demolition. We meticulously document the location, quantity, and condition of all identified materials, providing a legally defensible report essential for obtaining demolition permits from the Seattle Department of Construction & Inspections (SDCI). Our process ensures clients maintain full compliance, avoiding costly fines and project delays associated with improper asbestos handling.