Ottawa Indoor Environmental Services (OIES) offers the greater Ottawa area and surroundings Ontario areas expert asbestos, mold, and IAQ testing services. We also specialize in Pre-renovation and pre-demolition Designated Substances Surveys (DSS) and Hazardous Materials Assessments.
Why Choose OIES? We test, we don't remove.
We do not offer remediation or abatement services. This eliminates any conflict of interest,
ensuring you receive unbiased results based on integrity; not a sales pitch for expensive mold or asbestos removal services that you might not need.
✅ 100% Independent: We perform testing only, never removal services, guaranteeing unbiased results.
✅ University-Educated: Our technicians have science degrees, surpassing industry's standard 3-day certifications.
✅ Scientific Accuracy: Our scientific approach is fully transparent, guaranteeing verifiable and reproducible results.
✅ Legally Defensible: Backed by Professional Liability insurance, our reports withstand legal and scientific scrutiny.
Unlike removal contractors, we have no financial interest in finding problems in your home. Our only goal is accurate, scientific data. We provide the independent report you need to hire a contractor safely, or to confirm your house or place of work is safe.
When occupants face unexplained symptoms, our general IAQ diagnostic assessment can help identify potential indoor environmental causes. We give your building a full diagnostic health-check by screen for the presence of indoor health-harming contaminants, airflow issues that can make them worse, and investigate for conditions that can lead to indoor mold. Learn More
From detecting hidden toxic mold growth and invisible airborne spores, to providing detailed scopes of work for remediation projects, we cover all your needs. We offer assessments, sampling strategies, and comprehensive inspections and reports designed to fit your specific requirements, project timelines, and budget. Learn More
You are legally required to conduct asbestos testing before your contractor begins any work. It is critical to test high-risk materials before disturbing them, including lath and plaster walls and ceilings, vermiculite insulation, drywall joint compound, stippled (popcorn) ceilings, acoustic ceiling tiles, and vinyl floor tiles. Learn More
For municipal demo permits and to comply with Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act, you must complete a Designated Substances Survey (DSS). This ensures that contractors are aware of hazardous materials, protecting their workers from unexpected exposure, and providing you with more accurate quotes. Learn More
🏠 Buying a Home or Commercial Building in Ottawa? Protect Your Health & Investment with Mold & Asbestos Testing!
Why testing before you sign is Critical:
✅ Protect Your Health: Identify hidden hazards before moving your family in.
✅ Protect Your Investment: Avoid expensive, unexpected remediation or abatement costs after closing.
✅ Peace of Mind: Secure a scientific, data-driven report on the building's condition.
Indoor mold growth and associated spores can have a negative impact on your health. Protect your well-being with scientifically rigorous testing, not just with a flashlight inspeciton.
Your health relies on accurate data. Unlike services that cut corners, we safeguard your indoor environment by following strict Health Canada guidelines. Our expert technicians
use comprehensive industry-leading testing methods to ensure no risk to your health goes undetected.
According to Health Canada, Asbestos is a known carcinogenic that can be a hazard to your health when inhaled, and expensive for your wallet if it needs removal. So whether you are planning a renovation project, buying a home, or selling your home, asbestos testing should be one of your top priorities.
Not only is asbestos abatement (removal) expensive, but in Ontario asbestos is also classified as a designated substance. That means that any building materials that can contain asbestos must be tested if they going to be disturbed or removed by a contractor.
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Areas served include Ottawa Center, The Glebe, Nepean, Kanata, Stittsville, Glocester, Orleans, Barrhaven, Riverside South, Greely, Manotick