Asbestos Removal in Medical Lake WA
Medical Lake is small, old and quiet, and it happens to host the county's only landfill that accepts asbestos. For a removal crew, that is the shortest haul in the region.
- Landfill in town
- Older lakeside homes
- Shipment records kept
- 10-day rule met
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A lake town with an old hospital and a landfill
Medical Lake was incorporated in 1890 (HistoryLink), and the state opened Eastern State Hospital there in 1891 (Historic Spokane).
The city sits about 15 miles southwest of Spokane, east of the lake, with Fairchild Air Force Base immediately to the north (Medical Lake). Its 2020 population was 4,874, and it functions as a bedroom community for Spokane and the base.
Medical Lake also hosts Graham Road Landfill, which accepts friable and non-friable asbestos (Waste Management).
Medical Lake facts that matter for asbestos
The only asbestos landfill
County staff say Graham Road is the only landfill that can accept asbestos waste (Spokane County staff).
Ten days to dispose
Removed waste must reach the landfill within 10 days with a shipment record (SRCAA).
Founded in 1890
The city has historic buildings, including the Hallett House (city history).
Places near Medical Lake
Medical Lake sits among several small neighbors.
- Cheney: the city a short drive southeast.
- Airway Heights: the busy city to the east.
- Fairchild Air Force Base: the base immediately north of the city.
- Four Lakes: a small community along the road to Cheney.
- Spokane: the city center about 15 miles northeast.
Older homes and institutional buildings
Homes near the lake range from early cottages to mid-century houses. The hospital grounds include historic buildings that are managed by the state, not by owners. For private homes, the question is the same as anywhere: is there a survey, and what does it list?
Because the landfill is local, hauling is short, which helps meet the 10-day disposal rule and keeps shipment records simple.
Medical Lake asbestos questions
Why is the landfill in Medical Lake important?
Graham Road is the only county landfill that can accept asbestos waste (Spokane County staff).
How fast must asbestos be disposed of?
Within 10 days of removal (SRCAA).
Does the landfill take friable material?
Yes. It accepts friable and non-friable asbestos (Waste Management).
Are Medical Lake homes old?
The city dates to 1890 (HistoryLink), so it has older homes.
Do you serve the hospital grounds?
State property follows state procedures. Contact us for private properties.
How far is Medical Lake from Spokane?
About 15 miles southwest (Medical Lake).
Our asbestos services in Medical Lake
Every service below is available in Medical Lake.
Asbestos Abatement in Medical Lake
A lake cottage with a few suspect materials makes a good fit for a single, contained plan. asbestos abatement in Medical Lake.
Popcorn Ceiling Asbestos Removal in Medical Lake
Damp lakeside air and past leaks make water-damaged ceilings worth testing quickly. popcorn ceiling asbestos removal in Medical Lake.
Asbestos Floor Tile Removal in Medical Lake
Cabin-style homes often kept their original floors for decades. asbestos floor tile and mastic removal in Medical Lake.
Vermiculite Insulation Removal in Medical Lake
Older attics should be checked from the hatch and tested before any work. vermiculite attic insulation removal in Medical Lake.
Asbestos Pipe Insulation Removal in Medical Lake
Older homes with basements may hold wrapped heating pipes near the furnace. pipe and boiler insulation removal in Medical Lake.
Asbestos Siding and Roofing Removal in Medical Lake
Older siding on small houses and sheds is worth testing before a re-side. asbestos siding and roofing removal in Medical Lake.
Pre-Demolition Asbestos Abatement in Medical Lake
Teardowns near the lake start with a survey and a notice, and then a very short haul. pre-demolition and renovation abatement in Medical Lake.
Rules for a Medical Lake project
- Survey first by an accredited AHERA building inspector (SRCAA).
- Notice and fee from $91 to $1,525 depending on the amount.
- Disposal inside 10 days at Graham Road Landfill with a Waste Shipment Record.
- Homeowner allowance applies only to owner-occupied single-family homes.
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