If you've discovered asbestos in your Chicago property — or even suspect it may be present — every day of delay increases the risk to occupant health and your legal liability. US Asbestos Contracting delivers fast, fully compliant asbestos removal services throughout Chicago and Cook County, with the licensing, insurance, and proven track record property owners need.
We've safely abated asbestos from over 3,000 Chicago-area properties since our founding, including pre-1980 homes, schools, hospitals, retail centers, and industrial facilities. Whether you're dealing with popcorn ceilings, deteriorating pipe wrap, or a full-scale demolition project, we deliver the safest, most cost-effective solution available.
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☎ Call 888-221-9855What Is Asbestos Abatement and Why Does It Require a Licensed Contractor?
Asbestos abatement is the regulated process of identifying, containing, removing, and disposing of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in compliance with federal EPA NESHAP standards and the Illinois Environmental Protection Act (415 ILCS 5) and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) regulations (77 Ill. Adm. Code 855). Improper handling releases microscopic fibers into the air — fibers that, when inhaled, cause mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis decades after exposure.
Illinois law requires that any asbestos abatement project larger than 3 square feet or 3 linear feet be performed by an IDPH-licensed contractor. Homeowners and untrained workers face thousands of dollars in fines and significant health risks if they attempt DIY removal.
Our Chicago Asbestos Removal Process
Free On-Site Inspection
A certified inspector visits your property to visually identify suspected asbestos materials, document locations with photos, and collect samples for laboratory testing. We provide a written report within 48–72 hours.
Detailed Written Estimate
Once asbestos is confirmed, we deliver a transparent line-item quote covering containment, removal, disposal, air monitoring, and final clearance — with no hidden fees or surprise charges.
Permitting & Notification
We handle all required notifications to the Illinois EPA and Chicago Public Health Department, file the 10-day NESHAP notice, and obtain necessary permits before work begins.
Site Containment
Our crew installs full negative-air containment using HEPA-filtered air scrubbers, 6-mil polyethylene sheeting, and decontamination chambers to prevent any fiber release outside the work zone.
Safe Removal & Disposal
Workers in full Tyvek PPE and respirators wet-remove materials following EPA wet-method protocols, double-bag waste in approved asbestos-disposal bags, and transport it to licensed Illinois landfills with full chain-of-custody documentation.
Air Clearance Testing
An independent third-party industrial hygienist performs final air clearance testing. We don't release the property back to you until laboratory results confirm fiber counts are below the EPA's 0.01 fibers per cubic centimeter threshold.
Final Documentation
You receive a complete project file including the abatement plan, lab results, waste manifests, and clearance certificate — protecting you legally and financially for years to come.
Common Asbestos Materials We Remove
- Popcorn ceilings (textured acoustic ceilings installed before 1980)
- Vinyl floor tiles and adhesive mastic (9x9 tiles especially)
- Pipe insulation (white chalky wrap on heating pipes)
- HVAC duct insulation and corrugated air-cell insulation
- Boiler and furnace insulation
- Cement asbestos siding and roof shingles
- Vermiculite attic insulation (Zonolite)
- Plaster, joint compound, and drywall texture
- Window glazing and caulking compounds
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☎ Call 888-221-9855How Much Does Asbestos Removal Cost in Chicago?
We offer flexible payment plans and accept all major credit cards. Many Chicago homeowner insurance policies cover asbestos remediation when triggered by a covered event — we help you navigate claims.
Why Asbestos Is Still a Major Risk in Chicago
Chicago has one of Illinois's largest stocks of pre-1980 buildings. Roughly 72% of homes in neighborhoods like Lincoln Park, Logan Square, Pilsen, Bridgeport, Wicker Park, Hyde Park, Humboldt Park, and Lakeview were built before asbestos restrictions took effect in 1989. Even modern renovations frequently uncover hidden asbestos in original construction materials.
If you're planning to renovate, demolish, sell, or refinance any pre-1980 Chicago property, asbestos testing is not optional — it's the law and it's the safest path forward.
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