Asbestos Tests and Asbestos Testing
Asbestos testing refers to identifying whether a material contains asbestos or not. For common building materials, this test is usually peformed with Polarized Light Microscopy, or PLM for short.
It is pretty simple for the average homeowner to send a material off for asbestos testing when they just want to know if asbestos is present or not. However, you may have to hire a professional to come in and do the sampling if you want the results to have any legal standing.
• Asbestos Testing Tips for Homeowners
• How to Interpret Asbestos Test Results
• Asbestos Home Testing Kit Review