WHY THIS MATTERS
Asbestos was commonly used in commercial and industrial construction for decades. If your building was built before the 1980s, there’s a real chance asbestos-containing materials are present somewhere in the structure — insulation, floor tiles, ceiling tiles, pipe wrap, roofing materials, and more.
Before a building can be demolished or significantly renovated, those materials have to be properly identified and removed. Skipping that step isn’t just a regulatory issue — it’s a health and safety issue for everyone involved in the project and anyone near the site.
Channell Demolition provides asbestos removal services for commercial and industrial properties throughout Memphis and the surrounding region. We handle this as part of a demolition project or as a standalone service when a building is being prepared for renovation.
HOW THE PROCESS WORKS
Asbestos removal starts with an assessment of the building to identify where asbestos-containing materials are located. Once the scope is understood, removal is carried out under conditions designed to contain any disturbance of the material and prevent fiber release. Proper containment, personal protective equipment, and disposal procedures are all part of how this work is done correctly.
We coordinate asbestos removal with the overall project timeline so that by the time demolition begins, the building is properly cleared and ready to proceed.
SERVICE-SPECIFIC FAQs
Q: How do I know if my building has asbestos?
You generally can’t tell just by looking. The only reliable way to know is to have the building tested by a qualified inspector. If your building was constructed before the 1980s, it’s worth having this done before any major renovation or demolition work begins.
Q: Is asbestos removal required before demolition?
In most cases involving commercial and industrial buildings, yes. Regulations typically require that asbestos-containing materials be identified and removed before demolition can proceed. The specifics depend on the type and quantity of material present. We can walk you through what applies to your project.
Q: What types of asbestos-containing materials do you remove?
Common materials in older commercial buildings include insulation around pipes and HVAC systems, floor and ceiling tiles, roofing materials, textured coatings, and certain types of drywall joint compound. The assessment phase identifies exactly what’s present in your specific building.
Q: Can you handle asbestos removal as part of a larger demolition project?
Yes. We frequently provide asbestos removal as a coordinated part of a full demolition project. It’s a required step before the teardown can proceed, so we build it into the project timeline accordingly.
Q: How long does asbestos removal take?
It depends on how much material is present and where it is in the building. Some projects are completed in a few days; larger buildings with more extensive asbestos can take longer. We’ll give you a realistic timeline when we assess the scope of work.
Q: Do you offer asbestos removal for buildings that aren’t being demolished?
Yes. If you’re planning a renovation and need asbestos addressed beforehand, or if you have concerns about an existing building that isn’t slated for demolition, we can handle that as a standalone service.
Have an older building that needs asbestos assessment or removal? Contact us to get started.