Environmental Testing in Colorado
Asbestos Test Kits & Soot Test Kit

Colorado has naturally occurring asbestos deposits in several counties, particularly along the Front Range. Pre-1980 construction in Denver, Colorado Springs, Boulder, Fort Collins, and other Colorado communities may contain asbestos in floor tiles, insulation, ceiling tiles, pipe wrap, and roofing materials. Before any renovation that disturbs original building materials in a pre-1980 Colorado home, asbestos testing is strongly recommended.

Colorado's increasing wildfire activity — driven by drought, beetle-kill forests, and climate-related fire conditions — creates significant indoor air quality concerns for homeowners across the state. When wildfires burn near residential areas, soot and fine particulate matter penetrate homes and deposit on surfaces throughout the house. The 2020 and 2021 fire seasons were among the largest in Colorado history, exposing thousands of homes to wildfire smoke and soot.

Wildfire Soot Indoors

Wildfire soot contains toxic compounds including polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and heavy metals. Even when a home is not directly threatened, nearby wildfires can deposit significant soot indoors through HVAC systems, window gaps, and normal infiltration. Testing after any nearby wildfire is recommended.