Yes – before you demolish a building in Atlanta, federal law (NESHAP) requires a thorough asbestos survey of the structure first, regardless of the building’s age. ES America’s accredited inspectors inspect, sample, and document – so your demolition permit moves forward.
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Yes. Under the federal NESHAP rule (National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants, 40 CFR Part 61, Subpart M), most commercial and many residential structures must be inspected for asbestos-containing materials (ACM) by a qualified inspector before demolition or renovation – even on newer or seemingly clean buildings. Permitting offices in the Atlanta area commonly require proof of the survey before issuing a demolition permit.
The survey keeps your project compliant with federal and Georgia rules, prevents the work stoppages and fines that follow an uninspected demolition, and protects workers and the public from asbestos fibers released when materials are disturbed.
Call Us (404) 737-9145ES America’s survey follows the standard inspect-sample-document process:
If asbestos is found, the same ES America team can perform licensed abatement before demolition, so there’s no second vendor and no schedule gap.
It depends on the size and complexity of the building. A small structure is inspected quickly; a large or multi-building commercial site takes longer and requires more samples, and lab turnaround then sets when the report is ready. ES America scopes each survey around your demolition schedule – call (404) 737-9145 for a firm timeline.
Cost depends on building size, the number of suspect materials sampled, and lab volume, so ES America quotes each survey after scoping the property. Request a quote for a clear scope and price for your Atlanta project.
Environmental Services of America has, since 2009, performed asbestos surveys, abatement, and demolition across Georgia, South Carolina, and Alabama. We are licensed and insured – EPA/AHERA/ASHARA Certification #20616, Georgia license ASBRN-382008, insured $1M/$3M – with an Atlanta office serving the CSRA. Because we both survey and abate, one team can take your project from inspection through clearance.
Yes. NESHAP requires the inspection regardless of the building’s age – newer materials can still contain asbestos, so the structure must be surveyed before demolition.
Who can legally perform a pre-demolition asbestos survey in Georgia?A licensed, accredited asbestos inspector. ES America holds EPA/AHERA/ASHARA Certification #20616 and Georgia license ASBRN-382008.
What happens if asbestos is found during the survey?The asbestos-containing materials must be removed by a licensed abatement contractor before demolition. ES America can perform that abatement, keeping your project on one schedule.
Do you provide the documentation my permit office needs?Yes. You receive a written survey report identifying the asbestos-containing materials and quantities – the documentation typically required for a demolition permit.
Can you survey and then demolish the building?Yes. ES America performs asbestos surveys, licensed abatement, and pre-demolition work, so the same team can manage the project end to end.
Planning a demolition in Atlanta or the CSRA? Get the asbestos survey done first and keep the project compliant and on schedule. Call ES America’s Atlanta office at (404) 737-9145 or email services@es-america.com to request a quote.
Call Us (404) 737-9145Whether you have a question about our services, pricing, or your upcoming demolition in Atlanta or the CSRA, our team is ready to help you get the service you require.