Asbeastos testing

How to Collect Asbestos and Vermiculite Samples

Collecting Vermiculite samples

  1. Collect 1 cup from 3 random areas of the attic, scooped from the bottom of the layer (For a total of 3 cups)
  2. Place it in a sealed (ZipLok) bag or other container (it will be considered as 1 sample).
  3. Fill in the Request for Analysis form with your instructions & contact information. Identify the sample location on the Request for Analysis form

Collecting Asbestos samples

  1. Place sample in ZipLoc bag, lock it
  2. Place it into the second bag (if sample is sharp and can cut bags, place it into clean airtight container).
  3. Fill in the Request for Analysis Form with your instructions & contact information. Identify the sample location.

The table below shows the recommended amount of material that should be send to the asbestos testing laboratory.

Amount of Sample Required

How to send the samples to the lab

  1. Fill in our sample submission form
  2. Samples can be delivered in-person, by courier or mail to the Toronto or London location. Please click here for the address.
  3. Select turnaround time required: Normal – 5 business days, Expedited – 24 hours, Urgent – 8 hour Rush (same day)

Price for analysis

The price for asbestos is determined by the turnaround time, number of samples and number of unique materials (layers) to be analyzed. Samples may contain more than one material.

Call our office in London, ON at (519)-642-1122 or email to obtain pricing. We accept VISA, MC, cheque, debit, e-transfer or cash.

*You may be required to pay before receiving your report*