Asbestos Testing And Inspection Cost in Berkeley, CA

What is the cost to Test for Asbestos in Berkeley, CA?

Knowing the asbestos testing and inspection in Berkeley costs is important to being able to effectively plan and budget your project. While there are general nationwide numbers available, they usually do not include local factors that may impact the final price, which may include: local hourly labor wages, materials costs, as well as productivity rates. There may be certain Berkeley permits required by local state and city laws, which can raise the total cost as well.

Our numbers show that on average in 2014 total asbestos testing and inspection Berkeley costs have been $434.92 to $658.52.

To breakdown that number by square foot the averages are $2.17 to $3.29 per square foot. This number includes the following:

1. Average labor costs per hour in Berkeley which are typical of asbestos testing and inspection projects.
2. Materials and equipment costs necessary to test for asbestos in Berkeley, CA, as well as any applicable delivery charges.
3. Any applicable project preparation (necessary components, machinery and surface preparation) and cleanup fees.

Please note that our figures do not include:

1. Berkeley permits required for asbestos testing and inspection projects, which may also include inspection and building fees. Please contact Berkeley city government to inquire which permits may be necessary.
2. Supply and material city sales taxes in Berkeley, 94702 area.
3. Supply and material county and state sales taxes in Alameda county, California.
4. Berkeley general contractor fees, if used for the project. Such fees usually add another 15% to the total. Using a general contractor is generally not required for Berkeley asbestos testing and inspection projects.

Asbestos Testing And Inspection Berkeley Projects - Cost Breakdown:

1. $337.02 to $534.18 - typical hourly labor costs seen for asbestos testing and inspection Berkeley projects in 2014.
2. $97.90 to $124.35 - costs, as well as any other necessary equipment and machinery.

Use these figures as rough guidelines, in order to do preliminary budgeting. We always recommend contacting several local Berkeley contractors that specialize in asbestos testing and inspection projects. Getting estimates from several pros will help you get a better idea of local costs to test for asbestos in Berkeley. Please use our “Get Estimate” button to get real free quotes from local companies.