Stringent Government Regulations and Laws Worldwide Bolster US Asbestos Abatement Service Market Size
According to our latest study on "US Asbestos Abatement Services Market Analysis to 2031 – Country Analysis – by Work Type and End User," the market was valued at US$ 1,003.58 million in 2023 and is projected to reach US$ 1,522.41 million by 2031; it is anticipated to record a CAGR of 7.9% from 2024 to 2031. The report includes growth prospects owing to the current US asbestos abatement service market trends and their foreseeable impact during the forecast period.
Based on work type, the US asbestos abatement services market is segmented into Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3. Class I asbestos abatement work is the most dangerous and involves removing thermal system insulation and surfacing materials that may contain asbestos. Thermal system insulation consists of asbestos-containing materials applied to pipes, boilers, tanks, ducts, and other structural components to prevent heat loss or gain. Surfacing materials can be decorative plaster on ceilings, acoustic materials on decking, or fireproofing for structural parts. Class 1 work necessitates stringent safety precautions, such as the use of critical barriers or negative pressure enclosures to prevent asbestos fiber release. Workers must get intensive training, similar to the EPA Model Accreditation Plan (MAP) for asbestos abatement workers.
US Asbestos Abatement Services Market Size — by Region, 2023
US Asbestos Abatement Services Market Size and Forecast (2021 - 2031), Country Share, Trend, and Growth Opportunity Analysis Report Coverage: By Work Type (Class I, Class II, and Class III) End User (Residential, Commercial, and Industrial), and Country
US Asbestos Abatement Services Market Size by 2031
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Class II asbestos work involves removing asbestos-containing materials that aren't thermal system insulation or surface materials. This includes, but not limited to, removing building mastics, roofing and siding shingles, floor tile and sheeting, and wallboard that contains asbestos. If each of the following criteria is satisfied, the roofing contractor may conduct a negative exposure assessment and forego initial monitoring when a designated competent person determines that the roofing material being removed is intact:
- Workers have received training
- Strict adherence to the work procedures outlined in the regulation
While Class 2 work is generally regarded as less dangerous than Class 1, it still necessitates the use of suitable isolation methods (such as critical barriers) and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure worker safety. Thus, the requirement for asbestos removal in residential and commercial buildings, especially during remodeling or repair projects, is fueling the US asbestos abatement service market growth for the segment.
Class III asbestos work consists of repair and maintenance operations that disrupt asbestos-containing or assumed asbestos-containing materials. While some asbestos may be removed or disturbed during the procedure, it is not the primary goal. Examples of Class III work include placing floor anchors in areas with asbestos floor tiles or running electrical conduit through walls with asbestos insulation. It is also prevalent in ordinary maintenance operations carried out by building maintenance personnel or contractors. It is frequently necessary in hospitals, schools, and other establishments where ACMs are present but not entirely eliminated. The continued need for maintenance and repair of buildings containing legacy asbestos materials, particularly in facilities that cannot afford full-scale removal, is the major factor fueling the market growth for the segment.
The geographical scope of the US asbestos abatement service market report offers a detailed country-level analysis. The US government, through the EPA and other federal agencies, has imposed severe laws and regulations for the safe handling, removal, and disposal of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). These restrictions, implemented by federal, state, and local authorities, seek to safeguard human health and the environment from the dangers of asbestos exposure. In April 2022, the EPA proposed a ban on ongoing asbestos use to protect American workers and families by prohibiting ongoing use of the only known form of asbestos currently imported into the US to address the unreasonable risk to human health identified in the December 2020 chrysotile asbestos risk evaluation. This proposed rule was the first to be issued under the new process for evaluating and addressing the safety of existing chemicals established under the reauthorized TSCA. In March 2023, the EPA provided new data on the proposed risk management rule for public comment. These supplementary facts relate to chrysotile asbestos diaphragms used in the chlor-alkali sector and chrysotile asbestos-containing sheet gaskets used in chemical production. In addition, in November 2024, the EPA issued the final Risk Evaluation for Asbestos Part 2: Supplemental Evaluation Including Legacy Uses and Asbestos Disposals. In Part 2, the EPA evaluated legacy asbestos uses and disposals, including chrysotile asbestos and five other asbestos fiber types. The EPA decided that historical uses of asbestos that result in asbestos exposure add to the unreasonable risk posed by asbestos. However, the EPA's risk assessment does not imply that every person who has asbestos-containing material in their home or school would have negative health consequences. If asbestos is present in an older building's insulation and is not disturbed, it poses no risk to persons who live, work, or visit the building.
One of the future trends in the US asbestos abatement service market is technological innovations in asbestos abatement. Robotic asbestos removal is a game changer for the industry, increasing safety and productivity while reducing human exposure to dangerous materials. Robots equipped with high-precision cutting instruments, vacuum systems, and real-time monitoring sensors may perform asbestos abatement tasks in confined or difficult-to-reach regions such as air ducts, crawl spaces, and high ceilings. By 2025, advancements in robotics will result in the development of more compact, adaptable devices capable of navigating complex situations. These robots employ artificial intelligence (AI) to detect asbestos-containing materials and select the safest and most effective removal approach. A recent case study in New York City schools reveals the efficacy of robotic asbestos removal. During the summer break, the New York City Department of Education used robotic technologies to safely and efficiently remove asbestos from various school buildings, cutting the project duration by 30% and overall labor expenses by 25%.
A team of researchers from the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) developed and tested a new system for detecting asbestos from building roofs. The software, created in collaboration with DetectA, integrates AI, deep learning, and computer vision techniques into aerial photography, utilizing RGB images, the most prevalent and cost-effective type. This provides a significant competitive edge over prior attempts to develop a similar system, which necessitated more sophisticated and difficult-to-obtain multiband pictures. Thus, the growing advancements in asbestos detection are expected to bring in new market trends in the US during the forecast period.
Hazardous Waste Experts; Performance Contracting Group; Alliance Environmental Group, LLC.; U.S. Waste Industries; CORE Group; D.H. Griffin; Nielsen Environmental; A.C.E. Abatement; Waco, Inc.; Asbestos Removal Pro; and Lepi Enterprises, Inc. are among the key players profiled in the US asbestos abatement service market report. Companies operating in the US asbestos abatement service market mainly focus on product and service enhancements by integrating advanced features and technologies into their offerings.
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