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COMPANY OVERVIEW

Total Environmental Solutions is a professional environmental services company providing practical, safety-focused, and compliance-oriented support for residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, renovation, demolition, and redevelopment projects. As part of Total Property Solutions Inc., our environmental division is structured to help clients identify, assess, manage, and address environmental and hazardous material concerns with professionalism, discretion, and operational efficiency.

We support project owners, property managers, contractors, developers, consultants, and facilities teams with environmental services that help reduce risk, improve project readiness, support responsible planning, and promote safer working and occupancy environments. Our services are built around clear communication, methodical processes, documented reporting, and safe handling practices.

MISSION

Our mission is to provide dependable environmental support services that protect people, properties, and project environments through safe practices, clear reporting, responsible material handling, and quality-focused service delivery.

VISION

Our vision is to become a trusted environmental solutions provider recognized for professionalism, safety leadership, technical coordination, and reliable project support across hazardous material and environmental service scopes.

CORE VALUES

  • Safety & Responsibility
  • Professional Integrity
  • Compliance Awareness
  • Clear Documentation & Reporting
  • Quality Service Delivery
  • Client Confidence & Project Support

SERVICES & CORE ACTIVITIES

Asbestos Sampling, Collection & Material Identification

Asbestos Sampling, Collection & Material Identification

Understanding Asbestos & Why It Matters

Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fiber that was widely used in building materials for many decades because of its strength, heat resistance, fire resistance, insulation properties, and durability. It was commonly incorporated into construction products in residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings to improve fire protection, thermal performance, sound control, and material longevity.

Although asbestos was once considered a highly useful building material, it is now recognized as a significant health hazard when disturbed. When asbestos-containing materials are damaged, cut, drilled, sanded, broken, removed, or otherwise disturbed, microscopic fibers can become airborne. These fibers may be inhaled and can remain in the lungs for long periods of time.

Exposure to airborne asbestos fibers has been associated with serious long-term health risks, which is why asbestos-related work requires special precautions, controlled handling procedures, proper containment, and responsible removal practices. Potential health concerns linked to asbestos exposure may include respiratory illness, lung tissue damage, and other severe health complications associated with prolonged or repeated fiber exposure.

Because of these risks, asbestos should never be treated like regular construction debris or ordinary renovation waste. Special precautions are necessary to help reduce the release of fibers, protect workers and occupants, and support safer project execution during inspection, handling, abatement, and disposal activities.

Common Building Materials That May Contain Asbestos

  • Pipe insulation and boiler wrap
  • Ceiling textures and sprayed acoustic finishes
  • Drywall joint compound and wall finishing materials
  • Vinyl floor tiles and adhesive mastics
  • Linoleum backing and resilient flooring materials
  • Plaster and cement-based wall systems
  • Mechanical insulation and duct wrap
  • Roofing materials and siding products
  • Insulating boards and panel products
  • Attic insulation such as vermiculite
  • Legacy surfacing materials and other suspect building components
     

Total Environmental Solutions provides asbestos sampling and material collection support for projects where suspected asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) may be present. This service is an important first step in identifying hazardous building materials before renovation, demolition, restoration, occupancy changes, or major property upgrades.

  • Site review and suspected material identification support
  • Bulk sample collection coordination
  • Collection of representative material samples from suspect building components
  • Sampling support for drywall compounds, insulation, ceiling textures, floor tile, mastic, pipe wrap, plaster, vermiculite, duct insulation, and other suspect materials
  • Chain-of-custody and sample tracking support
  • Submission coordination for laboratory analysis

Our sampling process is designed to help clients understand whether suspect materials contain asbestos and to support project decision-making before any disturbance or removal work begins.

Asbestos Testing & Laboratory Coordination

Asbestos Testing & Laboratory Coordination

Once representative samples are collected, they are coordinated for laboratory analysis to determine asbestos content and material classification. This process helps identify whether asbestos is present and supports appropriate planning for management, remediation, or removal.

  • Laboratory testing coordination
  • Sample submission tracking
  • Asbestos content confirmation
  • Material type categorization support
  • Integration of results into project documentation and environmental reporting

Testing results help clients and project teams understand the level of concern associated with suspect materials and determine the next appropriate steps for safe handling and compliance-oriented planning.

Asbestos Assessment Reporting

Asbestos Assessment Reporting

A properly structured asbestos assessment report is one of the most important deliverables in environmental project planning. Total Environmental Solutions supports the preparation and coordination of asbestos-related reporting to help clients understand identified materials, risk areas, and project considerations.

What an Asbestos Report Typically Contains

  • Property and site information
  • Inspection date and scope of assessment
  • List of inspected areas and inaccessible areas (if applicable)
  • Description of suspect materials observed
  • Sample identification references
  • Laboratory results and asbestos content findings
  • Material condition observations
  • Risk and disturbance considerations
  • Recommendations for management, monitoring, or removal
  • Photo documentation where applicable
  • Appendices and supporting records

A clear asbestos report provides valuable documentation for project planning, tendering, budgeting, contractor coordination, and pre-construction or pre-demolition environmental due diligence.

Asbestos Handling & Disturbance Planning

Asbestos Handling & Disturbance Planning

When asbestos-containing materials are identified, safe handling and disturbance planning become essential. We help support project planning by identifying the need for controlled work practices, material containment, work area preparation, and appropriate removal procedures depending on the condition, location, and type of asbestos-containing material.

  • Project-specific asbestos handling planning support
  • Material disturbance risk review
  • Work area preparation considerations
  • Containment and isolation planning support
  • Controlled access and exposure minimization practices
  • Coordination support for removal sequencing and safe work flow
Asbestos Removal & Abatement Services

Asbestos Removal & Abatement Services

Total Environmental Solutions supports asbestos abatement and removal services for identified asbestos-containing materials in residential, commercial, institutional, and redevelopment environments. Removal activities are planned and executed using a controlled, safety-focused approach intended to protect workers, occupants, and surrounding project environments.

  • Selective asbestos removal support
  • Interior asbestos abatement coordination
  • Pipe insulation and mechanical insulation removal support
  • Ceiling texture and surfacing material removal
  • Floor tile and mastic removal support
  • Drywall joint compound and wall system abatement support
  • Attic or concealed-space suspect material handling support
  • Renovation and demolition-related asbestos abatement coordination
Types of Asbestos-Containing Materials Commonly Addressed

Types of Asbestos-Containing Materials Commonly Addressed

  • Pipe insulation and boiler wrap
  • Ceiling textures and sprayed coatings
  • Drywall joint compound and wall finishes
  • Vinyl floor tile and adhesive mastics
  • Plaster and cementitious materials
  • Mechanical room insulation
  • Acoustic finishes and surfacing materials
  • Insulating boards and other suspect legacy building materials
Asbestos Containment, Packaging & Disposal Coordination

Asbestos Containment, Packaging & Disposal Coordination

Safe packaging, handling, transport preparation, and disposal coordination are essential components of asbestos work. Our environmental service approach emphasizes controlled material handling and proper containment to help reduce exposure risks and support compliant project execution.

  • Bagging and packaging support for asbestos-containing materials
  • Containment and sealing procedures
  • Work area cleanliness and debris control
  • Waste segregation and labeling support
  • Temporary staging and handling coordination
  • Disposal coordination support through appropriate waste channels
Environmental Project Support for Renovation, Restoration & Demolition

Environmental Project Support for Renovation, Restoration & Demolition

Environmental services often play a critical role in broader renovation, restoration, demolition, and redevelopment projects. We work alongside project teams to help identify environmental concerns early, support planning, and reduce disruption or delays caused by unaddressed hazardous materials.

  • Pre-renovation environmental review support
  • Pre-demolition hazardous material planning support
  • Coordination support with construction, restoration, and demolition teams
  • Environmental readiness support for redevelopment projects
  • Risk-based project sequencing assistance

INDUSTRIES WE SERVE

Residential Properties
Commercial Buildings
Multi-Family and Rental Properties
Office and Retail Spaces
Industrial and warehouse environments
Institutional and public-use facilities
Renovation and Redevelopment Projects
Demolition and Restoration Projects
Property Management Projects

Why Choose Total Environmental Solutions

Clients choose Total Environmental Solutions because environmental and hazardous material concerns require more than general contracting support — they require structured processes, clear reporting, responsible handling, and safety-focused execution. Our team is committed to helping clients move projects forward with confidence by providing practical environmental support that is organized, professional, and aligned with project realities.

  • Professional environmental service presentation
  • Strong support for asbestos-related project requirements
  • Clear reporting and documentation support
  • Safety-focused handling and project planning
  • Integrated support with restoration, demolition, and construction activities
  • Reliable communication and professional client service

Health & Safety Plan

Health and safety is central to every environmental service activity. Total Environmental Solutions is committed to maintaining safe working conditions for workers, occupants, contractors, and the public through structured planning, controlled work methods, responsible material handling, and a proactive approach to hazard awareness.

  • Pre-job hazard identification and task planning
  • Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Controlled access and work area isolation practices
  • Dust, debris, and contamination control awareness
  • Material containment and handling procedures
  • Safe packaging and waste handling support
  • Housekeeping and site cleanliness standards
  • Incident awareness and reporting expectations

Quality Assurance & Quality Control Plan

Our quality commitment is based on consistency, professionalism, documentation accuracy, and reliable service execution. We understand that environmental services often affect project budgets, scheduling, compliance planning, and contractor coordination — which makes quality and accuracy essential.

  • Clear scope understanding before service delivery
  • Organized field documentation and sample tracking
  • Coordination of accurate laboratory-linked reporting
  • Review of findings and deliverables before client release
  • Attention to handling, packaging, and site cleanliness
  • Continuous improvement based on project experience and client needs

Workforce, Training & Professional Standards

Total Environmental Solutions values professionalism, discretion, safety awareness, and procedural discipline in all environmental service activities. We understand that hazardous material work requires careful communication, organized execution, and a strong respect for project conditions, client concerns, and safety obligations.

  • Safety-oriented work culture
  • Professional field conduct
  • Attention to documentation and reporting detail
  • Respect for occupied and sensitive environments
  • Reliable coordination with project stakeholders
  • Commitment to responsible service delivery

Commitment to Clients

At Total Environmental Solutions, we understand that environmental concerns can impact safety, project planning, timelines, budgets, and peace of mind. Our commitment is to support clients with dependable service, clear communication, responsible handling practices, and well-structured project support that helps move environmental scopes forward with professionalism and confidence.

Service Process

Our Typical Environmental Service Workflow

  • Initial project consultation and site information review
  • Property walkthrough or inspection coordination
  • Identification of suspect materials or environmental concerns
  • Sampling and documentation support
  • Laboratory coordination and result collection
  • Report preparation / findings review
  • Client consultation regarding next steps
  • Handling, abatement, or removal planning support
  • Material packaging, waste handling, and disposal coordination where applicable
  • Project close-out and documentation support

Protecting People, Properties & Project Environments

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TEAM TODAY

CONTACT US

+1 780-251-0059

EMAIL ADDRESS

info@tpesolutions.com

OUR OFFICE

10060 Jasper Avenue Tower 1, Ste 2020, Edmonton, AB T5J3R8, Canada

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