Environmental Testing in Idaho
Asbestos Test Kits & Soot Test Kit

Northern Idaho has documented asbestos contamination from historical mining and timber industry operations. Bunker Hill and other northern Idaho mining sites have significant contamination histories. Pre-1980 construction in Boise, Coeur d'Alene, Nampa, and other Idaho communities may contain asbestos in floor tiles, insulation, and other building materials. Testing before renovation of any pre-1980 Idaho home is strongly recommended.

Idaho increasingly faces significant wildfire risk, with recent fire seasons producing some of the worst air quality events in state history. When wildfires burn in or near residential areas, soot and fine particulate matter penetrate homes and deposit on surfaces throughout the house. Northern Idaho's dense forests and southern Idaho's dry grasslands both create significant wildfire risk that can produce indoor air quality concerns for homeowners.

Wildfire Season Testing

Idaho homeowners near forested areas or in fire-prone regions should consider indoor soot testing after any significant nearby wildfire event. Soot deposits on indoor surfaces can create lingering health risks even after exterior air quality improves.