If your home was built before the 1990s, there’s a good chance some finishes could contain asbestos (in plaster, flooring, ceiling texture, or drywall compounds) or lead (in paint and dust). Before you demo a wall or scrape that stipple, a focused pre-renovation assessment can prevent costly surprises, schedule slips, and unsafe exposure for your family and contractors. Here’s how an ESP use case typically unfolds—and what it costs—so you can plan with confidence.

The use case: A 1960s bungalow refresh

A homeowner in the Edmonton area is planning to remove dated vinyl flooring, open a wall between the kitchen and living room, and refinish painted trim. They call ESP HiTech Inc. to confirm whether asbestos or lead is present and to map safe next steps.

Step 1: Schedule and scope

Reach out with your project details (address, rooms affected, timeline). ESP serves the Edmonton Region and Western Canada and can advise on the most efficient sampling plan for your scope .

Contact: 780-229-4006 or projects@espenv.ca; office at #235 – 10654 – 82 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 2A7 .

Step 2: Targeted asbestos bulk sampling on site

Why it matters: You get a clear, scoped plan—what to remove, what to manage in place, and how to proceed safely—before contractors mobilize.

If your home was built before the 1990s, there’s a good chance some finishes could contain asbestos (in plaster, flooring, ceiling texture, or drywall compounds) or lead (in paint and dust). Before you demo a wall or scrape that stipple, a focused pre-renovation assessment can prevent costly surprises, schedule slips, and unsafe exposure for your family and contractors.

Step 3: Pick the lab turnaround that fits your timeline

If the kitchen demo starts this week, you may want fast results. ESP offers PLM per‑sample lab analysis at several speeds: Same Day, 24‑Hour, 3‑Day and 5–10 Day.

Pro tip: Many homeowners choose 3‑Day for planning and reserve Same Day for critical-path decisions tied to contractor start dates.

Step 4: Check for lead in paint and dust

For painted trim or window work, ESP can add lead testing to the visit. Lead samples (air/paint chip/wipe) results can be delivered in 24‑hour turnaround or 3‑day turnaround.

If you’re doing a more extensive repaint or a clearance check after work, daily on‑site inspection/monitoring is available.

What you receive

A concise letter report with clear recommendations aligned to your renovation scope (included in the asbestos and lead bulk assessment rates; laboratory costs are separate) .

Lab-certified results on the turnaround you choose, so you can set a realistic start date and avoid change orders or stoppages.

Why this approach works

• It de-risks your project: You’ll know exactly where hazardous materials are present before demolition.
• It protects budgets and timelines: Right-size the plan and select only the lab speed you need.
• It improves safety and compliance for everyone on site.

Ready to plan your renovation safely?

Call 780-229-4006 or email projects@espenv.ca to schedule your pre‑renovation asbestos and lead assessment. ESP serves the Edmonton Region and Western Canada and will tailor sampling and turnaround options to your project goals .