Chilkat Environmental is certified by the EPA to conduct building inspections for asbestos under the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act of 1986 (AHERA). When inhaled asbestos destroys lung tissue. It is a concern for property constructed before 1981. We are able to provide support throughout the abatement process including walk-though assessments, asbestos inspections, abatement plans and abatement/containment. Services are commonly provided for homeowners, real estate agencies and prospective buyers for the purposes of property exchange, asbestos containment or removal.