Asbestos is often found in materials that look like regular building products, such as ceiling tiles, pipe insulation, and vermiculite insulation in attics.

It's difficult to visually identify, so testing by a certified professional is necessary. In Michigan homes, asbestos is most commonly found in ceiling tiles, insulation, and older construction materials.

Asbestos fibers can become airborne when disturbed, leading to serious health risks if inhaled.

These fibers can cause lung diseases, including asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. The health effects may not show up for years, which is why it’s crucial to remove asbestos safely from your home.

Asbestos abatement involves much more than just removal. It requires certified professionals to follow strict safety protocols, including proper containment, removal, and disposal methods.

At Ecotelligent Homes, we perform continuous indoor air quality monitoring throughout the process with a third-party company to ensure the air in your home is contaminant-free.

This level of care and safety is essential but can make the process cost more, usually between $7,000 and $9,000 for larger jobs like vermiculite removal.

If an estimate seems too good to be true, it probably is. Some companies may offer lower prices but cut corners, such as skipping essential air quality monitoring or using improper disposal methods, which can put your family’s health at risk.

At Ecotelligent Homes, we prioritize health and safety for both your family and our workers. We use specialized equipment, certified disposal methods, and continuous air monitoring to ensure a safe, compliant abatement process.

Look for a contractor who is licensed and certified by the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) and has experience in asbestos abatement.

Be sure to ask if they provide air quality testing during and after the project, how they handle asbestos disposal, and whether they follow all state regulations.

At Ecotelligent Homes, we've been performing asbestos abatement for several years and are fully licensed, certified, and renewed at both the contractor and individual levels.

We take every precaution to protect you, your home, our workers, and the environment.

For large projects like vermiculite removal, we notify the state, use specialty dumpsters for disposal, and work with third-party air quality monitoring companies to ensure the air is safe throughout the process.

Even for smaller jobs, like encapsulating a pipe, we follow strict safety protocols to ensure proper containment and disposal.

For smaller projects, such as encapsulating a pipe, the minimum cost is typically around $1,800. For longer runs or more extensive encapsulation, the cost could go up to $3,000 or $4,000. These costs cover the materials, labor, and safety measures needed to complete the job properly.

Improper disposal of asbestos can lead to hefty fines and serious environmental harm. Asbestos must be placed in specialized dumpsters and disposed of at approved facilities.

At Ecotelligent Homes, we take the necessary steps to ensure that asbestos is disposed of safely and in compliance with all regulations, protecting you from potential legal and environmental consequences.