Asbestos services

Under Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) rules and federal EPA NESHAP standards, asbestos inspections are required before renovation or demolition for:

• Commercial Buildings
   
• Industrial Buildings
   
• Public Buildings (like libraries, hospitals, government offices)
   
• Schools (K–12 and Universities)
   
• Multi-Family Residential Buildings with 5 or More Units (e.g., apartment complexes, condos)
   

A certified AHERA Building Inspector must inspect the structure before any work begins, even if the building was constructed after 1981.

For single-family homes and apartment buildings with 4 or fewer units, asbestos inspections are not automatically required by law unless:

• The renovation or demolition is part of a larger commercial development
   
• The property is being converted into a commercial use (such as a home office or Airbnb)
   
• The local building department requires it as a condition of permit approval
   

Even when not legally required, Virginia Builders LLC highly recommends asbestos inspections for any property built before 1990, as asbestos-containing materials were still commonly used and could pose a serious health risk if disturbed during construction.

 Yes. In Arizona (and under federal law), an asbestos inspection is required before any remodeling, renovation, or demolition work — even for residential homes built before 1981. Inspections help protect workers, residents, and the environment from exposure to hazardous materials. 

 No. In most cases, asbestos removal must be performed by licensed professionals following strict safety regulations. Handling asbestos without proper certification can result in health risks and legal penalties. Always work with a certified team like Virginia Builders to manage asbestos safely. 

 An Asbestos Management Plan is a document required by law for schools (K-12) under the AHERA regulations and recommended for many government and commercial properties. It outlines where asbestos-containing materials exist, how they will be monitored, and how future exposures will be prevented.
Virginia Builders LLC will offer Management Planning services starting June 2025. 

 We strive to schedule inspections quickly to keep your project on track. Contact us today to arrange an asbestos survey or to discuss your project timeline.