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Laroue Environmental, LLC
4.9(
71
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"William, the owner was very responsive, courteous, honest, and made sure I understood what was involved in testing for asbestos. He, and his staff tested my home the same day I submitted a request for service through Home Advisor, and provided my resulting Asbestos Report within 24 hours as promised. If you're looking for a prompt and knowledgeable Asbestos Testing Company, I highly recommend hiring William's company, Laroue Environmental, LLC."
Response time2 days
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Mereson Environmental Services
4.9(
38
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Mereson Environmental was the first to respond to my Home Advisor request and I'm so lucky they were. Geoffrey took care to explain the testing requirements and we set up an appointment for a few days later. He stayed in touch via texts and phone and was on time for the appointment. He called from the site with an observation and to ask if I wanted him to take additional samples, which I did. He submitted the samples to the lab right away and I had my report within two days. I will definitely use Mereson for any other testing I have a need for. The company was efficient and delivered everything they promised on time. I highly, highly recommend them if you need environmental testing."
Response time7 hrs
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Home Environmental Quality Engineering
4.9(
7
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was very pleased with the service I received from Home Environmental. Joe and his team were very responsive, knowledgeable, and professional. They explained every step of the process in great detail and we received the results from the testing within 24 hours!"
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Guaranteed Property & Mold Inspection
4.8(
43
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called to let us know 10 minutes behind schedule. Informed & suggested improvement ie. allergy rated filters, locations to purchase, consider duct work repair or replace and why presented professionally and well."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
ENVIROCHECK INC
5.0(
14
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We found something looking suspicious while demolishing the roof of an old shed and decided to call Envirocheck. They came the next day on time at 8:30AM, took all necessary samples and gave us results within 24 hours. Luckily the asbestos test was all negative. I would recommend these guys any given day. They are super professional and responsive. Ten stars from our perspective!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for asbestos testing projects in Santa Monica, CA

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.