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Alabama Abatement, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mr. Renshaw was very professional. I had multiple places in my parents house that I was renovating where I was concerned about asbestos. Mr. Renshaw looked at all and gave his opinion of which ones should be tested. We had one positive that he came back and removed. Great work, finished in a 1/2 day what he though initially may take two days."
Asbestos removal
Asbestos Abatement License
Asbestos Abatement License
Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
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Westbrook Homes, LLC
5.0(
28
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Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We would highly recommend them. They are professional and their report on the inspection of the house included pictures of the problems along with what he would suggest being done. His reports leave no stone unturned."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Green Home Solutions
5.0(
6
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Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The testing and remediation process requires several trips to my RV. We have an RV that had a leak issue due to an A/C problem. I called several companies that turned the job down. Most likely considered too small a job. I called Green Homes solutions. I spoke with Frank and he agreed to go out to the RV service shop to take a reading. After an affirmative reading, he made another trip back to treat the entire RV. Several weeks later Luke came out and tested the air and surfaces inside and when the test came back all was well. Frank charged a fair rate and was very responsive to my questions and needs. He didn't make a lot of money off of me, but he knew I needed help and he did just that. Extremely nice, someone that I could be friends with and shows up when he said he will. You need testing and remediation, start with Frank and Green Home Solutions. No regrets here."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mold and Mildew Solutions llc
5.0(
29
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Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had a limited job scope which was to test for mold behind one wall. I had a small patch 5 years ago when I took down wallpaper. He did a moisture reading & detected no moisture. Have a vent pipe from an old roof which must have had a leak at one point. It was determined that I do not have any current problems. He said that it was not necessary to replace the wall & when I did, he would come out for free & advise the workmen. Very pleased with him & he gave me peace of mind. Only charged me the minimum rate."
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FAQs for asbestos testing projects in Birmingham, AL

Asbestos appears as long, thin, or curled mineral fibers that are not visible to the naked eye under normal conditions. Homes constructed before 1989 are more likely to contain this material, so a professional inspection is essential. Because asbestos identification requires specialized techniques, having a certified inspector assess your property is the safest way to confirm its presence and protect your family’s health.

Free asbestos testing services do not exist. You can purchase testing kits online for $30 per unit, and these kits include lab fees, return shipping, consultation, sampling media, and the final results. The results from a kit are less detailed and accurate than those provided by a certified asbestos testing professional. Since collecting a sample exposes you to harmful fibers, hiring a professional is essential to ensure safety and accurate testing.

Receiving asbestos test results takes one to seven days, but different labs offer varying turnaround times. When expedited processing is arranged, the laboratory completes analysis within 24 hours; standard processing requires up to two weeks. Hiring a certified professional ensures that all samples are collected correctly and results are provided without delay, safeguarding your home throughout the process.

Home insurance doesn't often cover asbestos testing and removal. Many policies have a clause called a "pollution exclusion," which means they do not cover indoor pollutants like asbestos. However, your insurance company might cover something like asbestos siding removal costs if it is released due to things beyond your control, such as storm damage.

If a DIY project or accident in your home releases harmful fibers, you must pay for the test and removal.

Yes, you can legally inspect and remove asbestos in your house as long as it's a single-family home and not a multi-family unit. However, the EPA strongly recommends hiring an asbestos abatement pro since testing can be dangerous.

Pros have all the right tools and safety equipment, and you risk breathing in the fibers by taking samples yourself. They also know how to collect samples and safely dispose of materials properly.

Asbestos encapsulation is a process that seals asbestos-containing materials with a protective barrier to prevent the release of harmful fibers. It serves as an alternative to complete removal when full abatement is not necessary. Encapsulation costs between $2 and $6 per square foot, offering a cost-effective option that contains asbestos safely when applied by a certified professional.