Testing a house for Meth levels

[dreamoutloud]

Hi! Please no judgement on this question. I have done quite a bit of research and am hitting walls with the state and county. I am looking at purchasing a house on tax sale that we know had meth in it at one time. What we do not know is how much. Does anyone know of a local testing company that will test the levels? I have found some out of state ones, but would rather do local. Thank you!

Its a colorful life!

[randomq]

Perhaps assume the worst, and wash and prime everything according to EPA guidelines? Saw this thread:

https://www.thisoldhouse.com/discussions...emediation

[Seeb]

If it was a lab don’t buy it. If the tweaker’s pour the waste chemicals on the ground you could be left holding the bag millions in clean up.

[Obie]

If they were cooking meth and using iodine to make it, spray starch will react with it and turn purple.

Spray it on walls and surfaces.

I owned a duplex where a tenant cooked meth.I used that method to identify surfaces that need decontamination. I had the place tested by a certified lab after I cleaned it up myself.

In most of the place I just ripped out the drywall,carpet,and drapes.

If they were just smoking it there, cleaning with bleach and water and a good paint job will take care of it.

Sorry, I don't know of a local company.

Note !!! I had hazmat training because of my work and knew what precautions to take.