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AUSTIN ENVIRO GROUP

Asbestos Removal, Biohazard Remediation, Mold Testing & Remediation,

About us

Previously Austin Engineering Group, Austin Enviro Group is a family owned consultanting company specializing in environmental and industrial hygiene consulting. We perform asbestos and indoor air quality assessments (water damage, mold, chemical, general air quality and radon gas)additionally we perform Environmental Site Assessments meeting both the ASTM and EPA standards and guidelines. We also perform general industrial hygiene testing and consulting for businesses within an approximate radius of 100 miles of Austin, Texas. Typically we only charge for mileage outside the city of Austin and will usually waive any hourly charges for travel. We offer discounts on a case by case basis depending on the particular services requested. We are fully licensed by the State of Texas and meet all federal requirements for ESA/EPA AAI assessments. The owner of the company and chief investigator, Mr. Ralph Bonnell, is also a certified Industrial Hygienist with over 30 years of experience. He has degrees in Chemical Engineering(BS U of H), Industrial hygiene (MS Texas A&M) and Pre-Medical biology/chemistry (BA Austin College).

Business highlights

23 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

ASBESTOS TESTING & CONSULTING SERVICES, ENVIRONMENTAL SITE ASSESSMENTS, INDOOR AIR QUALITY ASSESSMENTS, MOLD TESTING & CONSULTING, RADON TESTING & INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE SERVICES.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.916 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
94%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
6%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.9
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.8
Showing 1-16 of 16 reviews

Brittany L.
06/2017
5.0
Ralph is AMAZING!! I called him after reading other Angie's List reviews. I had some horizontally cracked tile in my bathroom where water was seeping behind the tile and down around the tub, I took the tile off and found woo directly behind some tile with mold on it. I was planning to do the remediation work myself after reading up about proper remediation protocol online and since I had such a small area. I called Ralph to get a professional opinion on the scope of remediation to make sure I wasn't missing anything. He discussed in detail everything I would need to do with me and confirmed that my particular situation could be DIY instead of needing to hire a remediation company. He advised me for ~30 min, and then advised me on how to permanently remedy the solution once the mold is cleaned up and I need to tile put back in. Top notch, will hire him for any mold testing or asbestos needs in the future.
Description of Work: Mold Remediation Advice

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Pete C.
04/2015
5.0
He was able to talk to over phone and go over what the issue might be and how to take care of it. He was very professional and informative.
Description of Work: Answered my questions

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

doug K.
06/2014
5.0
asbestos removal
  + -1 more
nothing was found
Description of Work: check for mold to see if it returned from 18 months earlier

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Janice G.
02/2014
5.0
They were top notch.
Description of Work: They tested for mold.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Linda B.
01/2014
5.0
asbestos removal
  + -1 more
will let you know after we use the advice given. Thanks!
Description of Work: He gave us free advice, which was incredibly valuable to us. We got his name off Angie's List, so we don't even know him! We thank him a lot for his time & kindness!!! Great Guy!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

James R.
09/2013
1.0
asbestos removal
  + -1 more
I called, explaining the situation of my home, and the guy started interrupting me, urging me to get to the point. I wasn't quite sure what to make of it and I explained I'm telling him how I am painting the picture of the situation. He stated and quot;Look the Aggies start playing in two minutes so you need to hurry up.and quot; I said and quot;wow - I can call another company hereand quot; and he retorted and quot;Nobody else open on saturday.and quot; Very unprofessional and I would urge anyone to avoid this company on principle. I'm not sure what he wanted to accomplish other than being abrasive and back-woods.
Description of Work: I called, explaining the situation of my home, and the guy started interrupting me, urging me to get to the point. I wasn't quite sure what to make of it and I explained I'm telling him how I am painting the picture of the situation. He stated "Look the Aggies start playing in two minutes so you need to hurry up." A completely unprofessional experience.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Response from AUSTIN ENVIRO GROUP
I am sorry for this customers poor impression of my company but when you call we have to be able to have a conversation not a monologue. I realize my client's problems can be overwhelming and many people may not know how, or like to discuss problems with others but if you can't come to the point after 10 minutes or more, my politely asking to interrupt to help you direct the call to determine if I can help you is not an unreasonable request. I hope you were able to get the help you needed. I try to be very patient with all my clients and listen to everything they have to say. I do take calls and work weekends when my customers need my help, but I am human and like to take a little time off work on occasion. If I was short when you called I apologize..

Joseph B.
07/2013
5.0
He was very helpful and knowledgeable. He had a good overall knowledge about buildings in general. We plan on using them again.
Description of Work: They did a mold test

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

william W.
07/2013
5.0
asbestos removal
  + -1 more
Very straight forward. Dealt directly with Ralph. Met in person to deliver samples. Prompt response times. Prompt results. Happy to continue dialog after payment.
Description of Work: Consulting on course of action for asbestos tiling. Had multiple samples tested for asbestos content.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Rhiannon E.
05/2013
5.0
Very thorough and extremely knowledgeable in building techniques, materials and mold remediation.
Description of Work: Inspected mold and water penetration

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Justin M.
05/2013
5.0
asbestos removal
  + -1 more
I felt confident enough to obtain the samples myself so I took scrapings from 5 rooms, put them in zip lock bags and met Ralph after work to deliver them.
Description of Work: When I was about to close on my first home I was spooked by online stories of asbestos in popcorn ceilings. I called Ralph Bonnell and he set my mind at ease by giving me a general idea of the odds of my house having asbestos popcorn and the average cost to remove it. A few weeks after closing I provided Ralph with some samples and got the results came back fast: negative!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$130

Ruth D.
03/2013
5.0
I called the office number, and the person answering the phone had Ralph call me back. He was very helpful, talked me through different scenarios, explained how mold could get in the system, what could be done to prevent it, and so on. I was very impressed with his professionalism and helpfulness.
Description of Work: I called for advice on the mold in my air conditioning ducts, and the owner Ralph Bonnell gave me advice over the phone.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Mike C.
11/2012
5.0
asbestos removal
  + -1 more
Very good. I got honest answers and recommendations that I felt made good sense.
Description of Work: I own a local remodeling company. We installed some siding that had been improperly stored by our supplier and in some areas mold stains on the planks were present. My quandry was was do I replace all the sidning or was it safe to clean it, test for mold, then paint over it. In the end we dicided to replace but Ralph was huge in providing the information I needed in order to make the decision. Never once did he push me to test nor did he rush me off the phone as we spoke for 30 minutes. In fact, he recommonded replacing even though he was sure their were no safety issues to the homeowner and he would not get the work if we replaced it. It was very satisfyiing to speak to such a knowlagable, honest and interested business owner who had my concerns at the forefront and not making money. I will use Austin Enviro Group in the future and I highly recommend them to anyone looking for an honest and knowleagable company.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Jason F.
10/2012
5.0
asbestos removal
  + -1 more
My wife and I bought a house with asbestos in the popcorn ceiling. For peace of mind and resale potential, we are having it removed. Even though Austin Enviro Group does not do asbestos abatement (just testing and consulting), the gentleman guided my wife and I through the process. He also recommended not only who we should contact for these services but also who to stay away from. For anybody who needs any info or testing of dangerous materials, these are the guys to call first. I would have saved myself a lot of running around in circles had I known this.
Description of Work: Asbestos consulting.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Amy G.
06/2012
5.0
asbestos removal
  + -1 more
The owner answered my call late on a Monday evening when I was expecting to leave a voicemail message. He talked to me about the services his company provided and explained what the options are when issues like this come up. He scheduled a meeting with me for the following day. He arrived at our house on Tuesday, spent 2 hours with me answering questions and helping us firgure out what the best way to move forward was if we did test positive for asbestos. He got the samples he needed, rushed them to the lab and was able to call us back a few hours later with an answer. He was a very calm voice in a time of high stress and made my husband and I feel happy with the choice we made to have testing done to keep our family safe. He did an amazing job and I would highly recommend him but hope to never have to use his services for the same reason again. :)
Description of Work: Test for asbestos

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$325

Steve P.
01/2011
5.0
asbestos removal
  + -1 more
I called to ask for information and a possible quote for asbestos removal in my residence. Austin Enviro does not provide residential service, but the owner of the company spent a great deal of time talking with me about our situation. He provided information and recommendations for alternative ways to manage removal of asbestos containing linoleum in our home. The help set my mind at ease and has given me enough direction to make an informed decision for planning asbestos removal. The pointers and tips were exactly what I needed to know and he suggested alternative removal services that we can consider. A very factual, professional, pleasant, and informative experience.
Description of Work: Informational phone call, provided advice, information, and suggested helpful resources.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Brandon B.
11/2007
5.0
Ralph Bonnell worked diligently during the inspection. The moisture meters were useful, but required a lot of sampling to get a general idea of the water activity. Ralph was able to determine the amount of water in the wall and the approximate source of the leak. His search for leaks throughout the rest of the house was negative. The moisture meters are much more effective on a known problem than a random search.
Description of Work: Hired to inspect water damage to a wall and locate the source. Also did a general search for water through the rest of the house. Was only hired for verbal description of findings, not a written report. Used two types of moisture detectors for inspection, both of which could only detect water in the adjacent material.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

    Contact information

    6802 MANZANITA, Austin, TX 78759

    www.aegaustin.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Saturday:
    12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    Licensing

    Insured
    State Contractor License Requirements

    All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

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    Service Categories

    Asbestos Removal,
    Biohazard Remediation,
    Mold Testing & Remediation,
    Water & Smoke Damage,
    Radon Detection & Reduction,
    Home inspection

    FAQ

    AUSTIN ENVIRO GROUP is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Saturday: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    AUSTIN ENVIRO GROUP accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
    No, AUSTIN ENVIRO GROUP does not offer free project estimates.
    No, AUSTIN ENVIRO GROUP does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, AUSTIN ENVIRO GROUP does not offer a senior discount.
    Yes, AUSTIN ENVIRO GROUP offers emergency services.
    Yes, AUSTIN ENVIRO GROUP offers warranties.
    AUSTIN ENVIRO GROUP offers the following services: ASBESTOS TESTING & CONSULTING SERVICES, ENVIRONMENTAL SITE ASSESSMENTS, INDOOR AIR QUALITY ASSESSMENTS, MOLD TESTING & CONSULTING, RADON TESTING & INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE SERVICES.

    Contact information

    6802 MANZANITA, Austin, TX 78759

    www.aegaustin.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Saturday:
    12:00 PM - 3:00 PM