Asbestos Testing for Arvada & Jefferson County
Clear Your Arvada Building Permit with Confidence Whether you are updating a mid-century ranch near Old Town Arvada or finishing a basement in a new development like Leyden Rock, your project is subject to Colorado Regulation 8.
The Arvada Building Department and Jefferson County officials require a certified asbestos report before issuing permits for any project disturbing more than 32 square feet of material. This rule applies to homes of any age—modern materials like drywall joint compound and floor mastics are still considered "suspect" by the state until proven otherwise by a laboratory.
Why Choose Us for Your Jefferson County Project?
Arvada "Demo" Specialists: Planning to scrape a lot or remove a load-bearing wall? We provide the comprehensive "Pre-Demolition Surveys" required by Arvada for structural permits.
JeffCo Compliance Knowledge: We ensure your report meets both the local city requirements and the CDPHE state standards, preventing your project from being "Red Tagged."
Accurate, Mandatory Sampling: As required by law, we perform physical sampling of suspect materials. We focus on choosing discrete locations that fulfill the state's "random sampling" requirements while being as surgical as possible with our tools.
Local to the West Side: We are frequently in Arvada, Wheat Ridge, and Golden, allowing us to offer fast scheduling and rapid report delivery.
Get Your Arvada Project Started Today. From Old Town to Leyden Rock, we provide the fast, professional asbestos inspections Jefferson County homeowners need.
FAQ: Arvada & Jefferson County
1. Does Arvada require an asbestos test for a 1990s home? Yes. Jefferson County adheres to the Colorado "Any Age" rule. Because asbestos was never fully banned, even homes built in the 1990s and 2000s must be inspected before a permit can be issued for a remodel.
2. What are "Trigger Levels"? In Colorado, the "trigger level" for residential homes is 32 square feet, 50 linear feet, or the volume of a 55-gallon drum. If your project impacts more than this amount of material, a certified inspection is legally required.
3. Can I take the samples to the lab myself? No. For a report to be valid for a building permit, the samples must be collected by a CDPHE-Certified Asbestos Building Inspector. DIY samples are generally rejected by Arvada permit technicians.
4. How many samples will be taken? State law dictates the number of samples based on the type and quantity of material (often referred to as the "3, 5, 7 rule"). For a standard Arvada kitchen or basement remodel, we collect the minimum number required to ensure your report is 100% compliant.