Blue Shield Environmental

Blue Shield Environmental is a licensed asbestos abatement, lead RRP, and environmental testing contractor headquartered in Canton, Georgia. They serve homeowners, property managers, and restoration companies across Georgia, Tennessee, and Alabama. The company holds over 40 licenses and certifications, including Georgia Asbestos Contractor Firm ASBIN-402460 and Alabama Lead Renovation ALRRP0625353E32D8.

Testing carries a $215 base fee plus $77 per sample. The company takes at least two samples from each homogeneous area, such as one type of floor tile or one ceiling texture. This pricing structure is stated directly on their FAQ page.

Most results are returned within 24 to 48 hours of the laboratory receiving the samples. The company notes that this fast turnaround helps homeowners and contractors make timely decisions about renovation or removal plans.

They operate primarily in Cherokee County, covering Canton, Woodstock, Holly Springs, Ball Ground, and Waleska. Their service area also extends to nearby parts of Cobb, Forsyth, Pickens, and Bartow counties.

Common suspects include popcorn ceiling texture, drywall joint compound, vinyl floor tile and black mastic, pipe insulation, and some roofing materials. These are typical in buildings constructed before the 1980s.

The process involves inspecting and identifying risks, setting up containment to keep dust inside, safely removing the material, and restoring the environment. They use HEPA filtered negative air and follow OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1101 during removal.

They hold the Georgia Certified Renovation Firm certification GA-EPD-RRP FIRM-402460 and the Alabama Lead Renovation Contractor certification ALRRP0625353E32D8. These cover renovation work in homes built before 1978.

They adhere to EPA NESHAP at 40 CFR Part 61 Subpart M, OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1101, and Georgia EPD Chapter 391-3-14. Tennessee TDEC and Alabama ADEM also license and enforce rules in their respective states.

Under EPA NESHAP, the owner or operator must have the affected area thoroughly inspected for asbestos before work starts. Georgia EPD enforces these rules under Chapter 391-3-14 for state compliance.

A clearance test is conducted by an independent party after abatement and before containment comes down. It samples the air to document that the work area meets the clearance criteria for the project.

Standard turnaround is 24 to 48 hours from the time the lab receives the samples. You receive the lab report and a plain language summary that identifies positive materials and their implications.

The company is guided by the values of faith, integrity, and family. They describe themselves as a family-owned business committed to protecting lives and restoring safety.

They specialize in comprehensive abatement for warehouses, manufacturing plants, and processing centers. Their certified team ensures safe inspection, containment, removal, and disposal while adhering to strict OSHA and EPA regulations.

Georgia EPD requires written notification, typically 10 working days in advance, for most projects involving 10 square feet or 10 linear feet or more of asbestos containing material. This applies to renovation and abatement projects.

If a leak, fire, or repair disturbs material that may contain asbestos, the recommendation is to leave it alone, keep people away, and call the company to plan the next step. They offer emergency asbestos removal services for such situations.