Asbestos & Lead-Safe Inspections
Federal, state and local regulations often require that you assess your project for both asbestos and lead before conducting renovation or demolition. Failure to complete this simple step can lead to big fines and stopped work. Let us handle your Asbestos Inspections and RRP assessments.
Asbestos Abatements
Discovering asbestos in your project can feel daunting. You need to get it removed both safely and economically. We have been working right here in Athens since 1995 to efficiently and effectively conduct asbestos abatements and get your projects back on track.
Lead-Safe Contractor
If you’re not lead-safe certified, disturbing just six square feet could cost you big-time. The EPA requires all contractors working on pre-1978 buildings to comply with RRP rules. We take care of your lead testing, paperwork, and removal of any materials that are found to contain lead.
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About Us
Branch Environmental has served thousands of residential and commercial clients in the Athens area since 1995. Our mission is to give you a better life by creating safe and healthy indoor environments. When disaster strikes your property, our goal is to get you back to whole.
FAQ
What is asbestos?
Asbestos is a generic name given to a number of naturally occurring minerals. Inhalation of asbestos fibers has been conclusively linked to diseases such as asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma.
What building materials contain asbestos?
A common misconception is that asbestos has been banned in the USA. While we understand the risks and have greatly reduced its use, there is no firm cutoff date for asbestos in building materials. Here is a short list of the most common materials that contain asbestos:
- window glazing
- stucco
- cement pipes
- transite siding & shingles
- duct tape
- furnace insulation
- vinyl flooring
- mastics and adhesives
- pipe insulation
- textured coatings
- ceiling tiles
- blown insulation
- fireproofing
- gaskets
- caulking and putty
- drywall mud/joint compound
- roof shingles
When do I need an asbestos inspection?
The state of Georgia requires that an asbestos survey be completed on any structure, regardless of age, prior to renovation or demolition.
What is the difference in Lead & RRP
A Lead Inspection or Lead Abatement is conducted by a specially trained contractor and is intended to permanently eliminate the threat of lead in a property.
The RRP (Renovation, Repair, and Painting) Rule was established by the EPA as a way for contractors to identify components of a home that contain lead and safely complete a restoration or repair project. RRP Rules are not designed to permanently remove the threat of lead.
When do I need an RRP inspection?
If you are working on a home or child-occupied facility built before 1978, a certified contractor must test for lead and follow the RRP rules if lead is discovered.