Problems stop projects. We solve them.

Asbestos inspection, testing, and removal. Clear answers start here.

Helping Minnesota homeowners and contractors understand suspect materials and move their projects forward.

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Answer a few quick questions about your property and what you are seeing. Your technician reviews everything first, so your first call skips the basics.

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MN Licensed

Asbestos Contractor · #ACL-197

Lead Firm

Certificate · #LFC-283

Service Area

Twin Cities & greater Minnesota

Documentation

Written results & project records

5.0 stars

125 Google reviews

What are you working with?

Identify your material

Select the material you are concerned about to learn what SAFE can do. Photos show materials that may warrant assessment — appearance alone cannot establish asbestos content.

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How it works

Identify. Understand. Resolve.

A clear path from first call to final paperwork. The actual process depends on the material, the findings, and your project.

  1. 1Identify

    Site inspection

    We walk the property and identify suspect materials — no disturbance, no assumptions.

  2. 2Understand

    Sampling when needed

    When appropriate, we collect a small bulk sample following containment practices.

  3. 3Understand

    Lab results explained

    Results come back and we translate them into plain English so you understand what they mean.

  4. 4Resolve

    Scope & project plan

    If work is needed, we build a clear scope — coordinated with your contractor or insurer.

  5. 5Resolve

    Work & documentation

    Abatement is performed and, where applicable, final documentation is assembled for your records.

A negative result or management recommendation does not automatically become a removal project.

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Client feedback

What clients are saying

Reviews from SAFE's Google profile.

5.0 on Google
· 125 reviews
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Syri Jepson

3 months ago
SAFE provided outstanding service. Scheduling was easy, communication was prompt, and the testing was completed efficiently. They took the time to answer all of our questions and explain the results in a way that was easy to understand. It's refreshing to work with a company that is both knowledgeable and customer-focused. Highly recommend!
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Thomas Carr

3 months ago
I had a fantastic experience from start to finish with S.A.F.E. The on-site staff explained everything in layman's terms and completed the project exactly as described (both the testing and the abatement). I especially appreciated that they were willing to move my stuff around as needed, rather than demanding I completely empty the area before they begin their work. While I hope I never have to abate asbestos ever again, they would be first on my list to call.
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Kathryn

2 months ago
Well, I was told by Home Depot that my townhome, which was built in 1979 I think, needed to have an asbestos test on a 3 foot piece of tile flooring in front of my front door. Then, Christopher from S.A.F.E solutions told me I had subflooring under the carpet and tile, and was very honest with me. And, he explained to me that companies like Home Depot blame the State for these "requirements" but unfortunately it is required. If you get work done by Home Depot make sure to call Solutions for Asbestos Free Environment. They can help you come up with a game plan! Thank you SAFE for your help
AJ

Anita Johnson

a month ago
Mark came out to check our ceiling tiles to see if they were asbestos. He was right on time. New exactly what he was doing. Very nice and professional. Thankfully no asbestos!!
SAFE team — Minnesota asbestos inspection and abatement professionals

Why SAFE

Confidence without fear, clarity without overwhelm

We help Minnesota homeowners and contractors understand suspect materials and move their projects forward — with real documentation and honest answers.

Clear explanations

We translate lab results and technical findings into plain English so you understand what they mean for your project.

A scope you can understand

When work is needed, we build a clear scope of work — no jargon, no surprises, just a plan you can follow.

Documentation throughout

Where applicable, you receive site photos, lab records, project updates, clearance documentation, and disposal records.

What's most important deserves to stay SAFE.

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Service packages

Pre-purchase your asbestos testing package

Every package includes the same core service: a licensed inspector, a personal results call, a written inspection report, and commercial-grade encapsulation at every sample location. Pick the turnaround speed and sample count that fits your project.

Complimentary inspection to identify the materials that need testing
Labor to collect the samples
Written inspection report included — prepared by a Minnesota-licensed asbestos inspector (Minnesota Rule 4620.3460)
ChemSafe 500 commercial-grade encapsulant at every sample location — sealed, not taped
Personal results call from the owner (not an automated email)
Starting point

SAFE Essential

A focused starting point for one material.

$395

3 samples of one homogeneous material

Two-business-day turnaround — guaranteed

One material in one spot — e.g., the 9×9 vinyl tile in a single room. Best when you already know exactly what you want tested.

+ $45 per additional sample

Need more of the same material checked? Add samples beyond your package for $45 each.

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MOST POPULAR

SAFE Priority

Need answers fast.

$595

3 samples of one homogeneous material

Next-business-day results — guaranteed

Samples ship FedEx overnight the day of inspection; the lab runs rush analysis on arrival. Inspections must be completed by 4:00 PM to make the FedEx cutoff — later inspections default to two-business-day turnaround.

One material in one spot, with rush lab analysis. Best when time is the priority.

+ $45 per additional sample

Need more of the same material checked? Add samples beyond your package for $45 each.

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BEST VALUE

SAFE Comprehensive

Whole-house certainty.

$995

Up to 9 samples of one homogeneous material

Next-business-day results — guaranteed

Samples ship FedEx overnight the day of inspection; the lab runs rush analysis on arrival. Inspections must be completed by 4:00 PM to make the FedEx cutoff — later inspections default to two-business-day turnaround.

Up to 9 samples of one homogeneous material across a larger area or many rooms — e.g., popcorn ceilings throughout a whole floor.

+ $45 per additional sample

Need more of the same material checked? Add samples beyond your package for $45 each.

Select this package

Written inspection report included with every package, as required of all Minnesota-licensed asbestos inspectors.

Service areas

Serving the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota

SAFE is based in Golden Valley and works across the seven-county metro and surrounding communities. Not sure if we cover your area? Call — we likely do.

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Client questions

Straight answers to practical questions

If you don't see your question here, just call — we'd rather talk it through than have you guess.

If you're planning a renovation, repair, or demolition in a building constructed before the late 1980s and you're not sure about certain materials — floor tile, popcorn ceilings, siding, pipe insulation, drywall compounds — testing can tell you whether asbestos is present before you disturb it. We can help you decide based on what you're seeing.

Contact

Tell us what you found. We’ll help you understand the next step.

Send a short project request and we’ll get back to you. For urgent questions, call — a real person can help you figure out what to do.

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