Meth testing determines whether or not a home or building contains residual methamphetamine. This can happen when someone cooks, smokes, or even stores meth on your property. That’s more common than you think, too. In fact, many people have assumed this harmful substance couldn’t have possibly found its way onto their property. Of course, they’ll later discover the contamination, and all the betrayal or confusion it brings.
Indeed, we are all too familiar with the stories of friends and loved ones who smoked a few times during a visit, while renting or staying the weekend. Generally, these folks don’t understand what a problem they’re creating, and what it takes to remove meth once it’s introduced. Moreover, meth residue can linger for decades, so many homes were contaminated before the current owners purchased them.
That means you cannot assume your home is free of meth or that any home you may purchase doesn’t contain dangerous levels of contamination.
Who Should Have Meth Testing Performed?
- Real Estate Agents. We recommend you have all your listed properties tested. Buyers will appreciate this information. And, if they discover meth on their own, it can damage relationships, trust, and destroy an otherwise perfect deal.
- Property Buyers. If you are in the market for buying a residential or commercial property, it just makes good sense to protect your investment by having it tested for meth before you buy. This may even help you save money in the long run, as decontamination can often come out of closing costs.
- Business Owners. If you suspect meth use at your place of business, having your buildings tested by AEI Decon will help you get the answers you’re looking for. And be aware that mobile meth labs have made it much more likely for someone to do a quick cook in the bathrooms and common areas of small and local businesses. That means schools, public libraries, malls, and any building with a high degree of traffic are at higher risk of contamination. In fact, testing for meth regularly may be a wise way to ensure you, your customers, and your employees are protected from meth residue.
- Families. If you have reason to believe your spouse or child may be using meth, you may want to have bedrooms, recreation rooms, the garage, or even cars tested. Remember, you can never know, for sure, who is using based on appearances alone.
- Rental Property Owners. Residential rental properties and storage units are hotbeds for meth labs as well as meth use. Have your investments tested regularly for your safety as well as your tenants.
What’s Next?
Still not sure who should have meth testing performed, or if you fall into any of these categories? Then you may want to call a Certified Decontamination Specialist in your area. If you’re in Utah, feel free to check out our local health department for more information. Or, call AEI Decon at (801) 888-6698. We’re happy to provide a free consultation and help you sort out your next step.