Restoration & Remediation Contractor Industrial Hygiene Testing
Independent, third-party mold, asbestos, lead and indoor air quality clearance testing for restoration and remediation contractors — and the insurance adjusters who rely on their reports. Analyzed in-house at our Houston lab, with 1-day rush, same-day log-in, and kits shipped to job sites anywhere in the U.S.
Independent & Unbiased
We perform no remediation or abatement ourselves — a clean separation insurers, adjusters and regulators look for in a clearance report.
In-House, One Lab
Mold, asbestos, lead and IAQ all analyzed under one roof with one chain of custody — consistent methods, one point of contact.
1-Day Rush
Same-day log-in before 2 PM CST and rush to 1 business day when a clearance result is holding up your close-out.
Clearance Testing That Keeps Restoration Jobs Moving
A restoration or remediation job doesn't close out until the lab results say it's clean. Whether it's post-remediation verification (PRV) after a mold job, final air clearance after asbestos abatement, or a pre-1978 lead check before demolition starts, the crew is often standing still while the clearance is pending. We built our restoration program around that reality — same-day log-in, 1-day rush available on every analyte, and an independent report your client's insurance adjuster or property manager will accept without question.
Because we perform no remediation, abatement or consulting ourselves, there's never a conflict-of-interest question on the report. Our post-remediation clearance protocols follow ACAC and IICRC S520 practice for mold, and our asbestos work follows NESHAP/AHERA-consistent survey and clearance procedures — see our mold testing and asbestos clearance testing pages for the full method detail.
- Post-remediation mold clearance — spore trap & tape lift, per ACAC / IICRC S520 practice
- Pre-demolition and pre-renovation asbestos bulk surveys (PLM) before work begins
- Final air clearance testing after asbestos abatement (NIOSH 7400 PCM)
- Pre-1978 lead-based paint and dust-wipe clearance for fire, flood or renovation rebuilds
- Post-fire, -smoke or -water-damage indoor air quality and particulate screening
- Legionella and bacterial testing after plumbing failures, flooding or extended vacancy
Laboratory Testing for Restoration & Remediation Projects
Six analyses cover the vast majority of restoration and remediation clearance work — all run in-house at our Houston lab.
Mold Testing
Post-remediation clearance sampling (spore trap / tape lift) confirming a successful remediation before you close out the job.
View Service →Asbestos Clearance Testing
Final air clearance sampling (NIOSH 7400 PCM) after abatement, required before re-occupancy on regulated projects.
View Service →Asbestos Testing
Pre-demolition and pre-renovation bulk sample surveys (PLM) to identify ACM before your crew starts work.
View Service →Lead Testing
Pre-1978 lead-based paint and dust-wipe testing ahead of renovation, demolition or a fire/flood rebuild.
View Service →Indoor Air Quality Testing
Post-loss IAQ and particulate screening after fire, smoke or water damage, supporting re-occupancy decisions.
View Service →Legionella Testing
Water system testing after plumbing failures, flooding or extended vacancy that could support Legionella growth.
View Service →Testing by Loss Type
The priority testing shifts with the type of loss. We match the sampling plan to the claim.
| Loss Type | Typical Trigger | Priority Testing | Lab Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water damage / flooding | Category 2–3 water intrusion, extended moisture | Mold clearance; Legionella if plumbing involved | Spore trap · ISO 11731 |
| Fire & smoke | Structure fire, smoke damage | IAQ / particulate screening; lead on pre-1978 structures | Gravimetric · AAS/ICP |
| Mold remediation | Visible mold, prior water event | Pre- and post-remediation clearance | Spore trap / tape lift |
| Asbestos abatement | Pre-1980s materials disturbed | Bulk survey (pre-work); final air clearance (post-work) | PLM · NIOSH 7400 PCM |
| Demolition / renovation | Pre-1978 structure | Lead dust-wipe clearance; asbestos survey | AAS/ICP · PLM |
| Extended vacancy / storm | Building closed for weeks or more | Legionella (stagnant water), mold, IAQ | ISO 11731 · Spore trap |
A Note on Independence
AGT Labs performs no remediation, abatement or consulting of our own — we are a testing-only laboratory. That separation is exactly what insurers, adjusters and regulators look for when they review a clearance report, and it's why our reports go into the claims file without a second look at who ran the numbers.
Clearance & Reoccupancy Criteria
The pass/fail thresholds we test against for restoration and remediation clearance work.
| Analyte / Test | Clearance Criterion | Reference | Lab Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mold (spore trap) | Indoor counts/types consistent with or below outdoor comparison; no indicator mold (Stachybotrys, Chaetomium) | ACAC / IICRC S520 practice | ASTM D7391 spore trap microscopy |
| Asbestos (final air clearance) | <0.01 f/cc (aggressive clearance) | NESHAP / AHERA-consistent practice | NIOSH 7400 PCM |
| Asbestos (bulk survey) | >1% asbestos by volume = regulated ACM | EPA 40 CFR 763 (AHERA) | PLM (EPA 600/M4-82-020) |
| Lead dust wipe (post-work clearance) | Floor 10 µg/ft² · Sill 100 µg/ft² · Window trough 100 µg/ft² | EPA / HUD clearance levels | AAS / ICP-AES |
| Legionella (potable / cooling water) | Site-specific action levels | CDC / ASHRAE 188 practice | Culture (ISO 11731) |
Clearance criteria vary by jurisdiction, insurer and project scope — confirm the applicable standard for your job before sampling, and we'll build the plan around it.
Turnaround Times & Sample Kits
Every day a clearance result is pending is a day your crew can't close out and move to the next job. Rush options and what ships to your site.
Program & Kit Support
- Pre-labeled sampling media (spore trap cassettes, PCM cassettes, MCE/PVC filters)
- Chain of Custody form, pre-filled with your info — ready for the claims file
- Calibrated pump loaner program for qualifying accounts
- Kits ship to any job site in the U.S. with a prepaid return label
- Courier pickup across the Houston / Gulf Coast area for local clients
- Standing-account setup for restoration companies with recurring, multi-project volume
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Who Relies on AGT for Restoration & Remediation IH Testing
Water & Fire Damage Restoration Contractors
Post-loss clearance testing so crews can close out and move to the next job.
Mold Remediation Companies
Pre- and post-remediation verification testing for every job, backed by an independent lab.
Insurance Adjusters & Claims Professionals
Independent, third-party reports with signed chain of custody, ready for the claims file.
Property Managers & Landlords
Post-loss clearance documentation before re-leasing or reoccupying a unit.
Environmental Consultants
Managing multi-vendor restoration projects that need a dependable, independent analytical partner.
General Contractors on Fire/Flood Rebuilds
Pre-demolition surveys and post-work clearance on rebuild projects, coordinated around your schedule.
Restoration & Remediation Testing — Frequently Asked Questions
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AIHA-LAP accredited · independent third-party lab · mold, asbestos, lead & IAQ clearance · Legionella testing · 1-day rush · kits shipped nationwide · standing-account pricing.