Laboratory #101579
NVLAP Lab Code 101012-0
Environmental Solutions supports a wide variety of industries, organizations and property owners in the public and private sectors. Our professional and knowledgeable inspectors, laboratory analysts and consultants have years of experience identifying hazardous substances. We provide comprehensive on-site inspections, fast and accurate test results, and consultations that take the guesswork out of regulatory compliance and safety.
Hazardous substances in commercial or industrial buildings create risks to the health and safety of employees and clientele. Environmental Solutions exists to protect the health and safety of building occupants. Whether in commercial retail spaces, industrial office parks or warehouses, our goal is the same; provide thorough inspections, accurate sample analysis and reliable consulting services that protect people, property and the environment.
Our environmental assessment and testing services help homeowners and property manager recognize and remedy hazards. Early detection is critical to the prevention of inadvertent exposures, and since contaminants may be hidden inside walls, paint, flooring and ceilings, you need to know about potential risks prior to any unplanned property damage or at the outset of a planned remodel or demolition project.
Disclosure requirements for real estate transactions makes it prudent for real estate professionals to have a trusted professional industrial hygienist on their team. Environmental Solutions protects real estate agents, brokers and lenders from lawsuits and their clients from harmful toxic exposures by testing and reporting on suspicious materials.
A common misconception is that newer buildings cannot contain asbestos. However, asbestos has not been completely banned from building materials in the US. It can be found in vinyl-asbestos floor tile, roofing felt, cement products and pipe wrap, just to name a few. Regardless of a building’s age, a comprehensive asbestos survey and testing performed by a certified laboratory is required prior to all demolition and renovation projects by federal and state laws.
The presence of asbestos in schools can pose serious health hazards to students, teachers and staff. Stringent state and federal laws require public and nonprofit private schools to inspect their buildings for asbestos every 3 years while at the same time maintaining asbestos management plans. Environmental Solutions is a trusted authority on asbestos. We have assisted many educational institutions remain compliant with timely asbestos inspections and comprehensive asbestos management planning.
Asbestos was commonly used in churches for soundproofing and fire prevention and can be found in flooring, walls, ceiling tiles, heating systems and roofing materials. Individuals and contractors, such as electricians and plumbers, who perform general maintenance and repair on old church buildings are most at risk of toxic exposures. Environmental Solutions can help by identifying risks and advising on exposure prevention.
When hospitals, clinics and healthcare facilities experience water intrusion due to flooding or leaks, if not addressed quickly the resulting mold growth can seriously compromise the health of patients and staff. Immunocompromised patients are particularly at risk. Environmental Solutions is proud to support healthcare institutions with water damage assessments, obtaining air, tape-lift and bulk samples for analysis and developing a plan of action for mold removal and remediation.
When property has been damaged and an insurance claim has been opened, professional inspections are required to assess potential hazards and determine how the property can be made safe before any structural repairs can begin. Structural damage often exposes contaminants that must be handled properly to comply with health and safety regulations, prevent toxic exposures and mitigate liability. Environmental Solutions supports insurance companies, brokers and claims adjustors, mitigating health and safety liabilities associated with property damage.
Local municipalities and government agencies provide a wide range of services in public buildings such as administration offices, libraries, recreation centers, police and fire departments, and more. Providing services to the public involves liability for the health and safety of employees and the public. Environmental Solutions provides comprehensive environmental assessments, testing and consulting services for all levels of government.