--- title: "Asbestos, Mold and Demolition Services in Columbia, MO" description: "Asbestos rules, demolition permits, housing age and local water results for Columbia and Boone County, from a St. Louis contractor about 125 miles away." url: https://aes.multisites.ai/service-areas/columbia-mo publisher: Advanced Environmental Services phone: +1-314-865-2662 quote: https://aes.multisites.ai/contact --- # Asbestos, mold and demolition work in Columbia, Missouri Columbia, Missouri is about 125 miles from the Advanced Environmental Services office in St. Louis, roughly 152 minutes without traffic. Boone County requires no demolition permit but points asbestos questions to the county health department. About 28.8% of Columbia homes were built before 1980. AES lists Columbia as part of its service area. [Request a Quote](https://aes.multisites.ai/contact)[(314) 865-2662](tel:+1-314-865-2662) ![Building wrapped in white containment sheeting with an AES storage container in front](https://aes.multisites.ai/_astro/AESI-083.BQiJ3BQs_Z1FKjAJ.webp) ![AES crew member in a protective suit and orange hard hat removing wall material from scaffolding](https://aes.multisites.ai/_astro/098.hgZ7AvUK_QfCE8.webp) ![Excavator and crew behind traffic cones at a gas station tank removal](https://aes.multisites.ai/_astro/tank-removal-2025-09-30-10.31.20.Cz2VZMoQ_1MQ7EG.webp) ## A travel market The AES office is in St. Louis, about 125 miles from Columbia. Plan travel and scheduling early. ## County health department Boone County sends asbestos removal questions to the Boone County Health Department. ## No county demolition permit Boone County requires none, but the City of Columbia has its own planning and inspection departments. ## Public PFAS data Columbia publishes PFAS results in its 2025 water quality report. ## Columbia at a glance Office to Boone County Government Center About 125.1 miles, 152 minutes without traffic [router.project-osrm.org](https://router.project-osrm.org/route/v1/driving/-90.233935,38.599770;-92.32821,38.95264?overview=false) Columbia homes built before 1970 19.2% [api.censusreporter.org](https://api.censusreporter.org/1.0/data/show/latest?table_ids=B25034&geo_ids=16000US2915670,05000US29019) Columbia homes built before 1980 28.8% [api.censusreporter.org](https://api.censusreporter.org/1.0/data/show/latest?table_ids=B25034&geo_ids=16000US2915670,05000US29019) Boone County homes built before 1980 30.4% [api.censusreporter.org](https://api.censusreporter.org/1.0/data/show/latest?table_ids=B25034&geo_ids=16000US2915670,05000US29019) Columbia housing units counted 56,162 [api.censusreporter.org](https://api.censusreporter.org/1.0/data/show/latest?table_ids=B25034&geo_ids=16000US2915670,05000US29019) Boone County demolition permit Not required by the county [boonemo.gov](https://www.boonemo.gov/resource-management/faqs.asp) City water customers More than 51,000 [como.gov](https://www.como.gov/utilities/water/2025-water-quality-report/) Wells with PFAS detected (Dec. 2023) 4 of 17, at 2 to 4 ppt [columbiamissourian.com](https://www.columbiamissourian.com/news/local/columbia-detects-forever-chemicals-in-its-water-supply-for-the-first-time/article_256e8318-9d2f-11ee-ac57-ebe9c0f666e4.html) Home baseAreas we serveSelect an area for its page. Map data: US Census Bureau. ## Does Advanced Environmental Services work in Columbia, Missouri? Yes. AES lists Columbia as part of its service area, with St. Louis and St. Charles, Missouri. The office is at 3100 Gravois Ave in St. Louis, about 125 miles from Boone County without traffic. Treat Columbia as a travel market and plan lead time. OSRM, a free routing tool, estimates 125.1 miles and about 152 minutes from our office to the Boone County Government Center. That is a free-flow estimate. Real trips vary with traffic and weather. A distant job needs earlier scheduling, a clear scope and a site walk that someone can arrange in advance. AES does not claim a Columbia office. AES also holds Missouri DNR asbestos contractor registration 27-06-0640. It serves residential, commercial, industrial, governmental and healthcare customers. See the [asbestos abatement](https://aes.multisites.ai/asbestos-abatement) page for scope. ## Which permits and notices apply in Columbia and Boone County? Boone County says it does not require a demolition permit. It points asbestos removal questions to the Boone County Health Department, and notes that the City of Columbia has its own planning and inspection departments. State asbestos rules still apply: notify Missouri DNR at least 10 working days before a regulated project. Columbia’s Public Health and Human Services serves both the city and Boone County, so start there for health-side questions. For a controlled burn of a structure, the county suggests the Boone County Fire Protection District. Inside city limits, call the city before you hire crews. Verify each step as of October 2026, because local rules change. Question Who to ask Asbestos notice for a regulated project Missouri DNR (10 working days) Asbestos removal questions in the county Boone County Health Department Demolition permit Not required by Boone County; City of Columbia has its own departments Controlled burn of a structure Boone County Fire Protection District Learn the terms in our glossary: [NESHAP](https://aes.multisites.ai/glossary/neshap) and [asbestos-containing material](https://aes.multisites.ai/glossary/asbestos-containing-material-acm). Our guide to [hiring an asbestos contractor in Missouri](https://aes.multisites.ai/guides/hiring-an-asbestos-contractor-in-missouri) explains what to check before you sign. ## How old are the homes in Columbia? Newer than in St. Louis. About 28.8% of Columbia’s 56,162 housing units were built before 1980, and 19.2% before 1970, per the 2024 American Community Survey. Boone County overall is slightly older, at 30.4% before 1980. Area Built before 1970 Built before 1980 Columbia 19.2% 28.8% Boone County 17.7% 30.4% City of St. Louis 81.7% 87.1% That does not mean no asbestos. A building from 1975 can still have vinyl tile, joint compound or pipe wrap. It means fewer buildings are at risk, so a survey before work is the cheap way to know. Read about an [asbestos survey](https://aes.multisites.ai/glossary/asbestos-survey). AES offers [asbestos testing](https://aes.multisites.ai/asbestos-testing) and an [asbestos survey](https://aes.multisites.ai/asbestos-survey). For the St. Louis comparison, see [St. Louis, MO](https://aes.multisites.ai/service-areas/st-louis-mo). ## What does Columbia’s water report say about PFAS? Columbia’s water comes from groundwater wells and serves more than 51,000 customers. The Columbia Missourian reported in January 2024 that PFAS turned up in four of the city’s 17 wells, all between 2 and 4 parts per trillion, and that it was the first detection. The city’s 2025 report lists PFOS and PFOA results too. The city’s 2025 water quality report also lists PFOS and PFOA results; read it for the current values. EPA’s PFAS drinking water rule status changes, so check EPA’s own page for the current standard rather than a summary. Learn the terms: [PFAS](https://aes.multisites.ai/glossary/pfas), [parts per trillion](https://aes.multisites.ai/glossary/parts-per-trillion-ppt) and [PFOS](https://aes.multisites.ai/glossary/pfos). Read our [PFAS drinking water rule explained](https://aes.multisites.ai/guides/pfas-drinking-water-rule-explained) guide. A city report covers treated water, not your well, soil or building. AES offers [PFAS testing](https://aes.multisites.ai/pfas-testing) and [PFAS remediation](https://aes.multisites.ai/pfas-remediation). Its site says “Our team is available 24/7 for urgent cleanup needs.” ## Are there Superfund sites in Boone County? No. Missouri DNR’s National Priorities List shows 33 sites in Missouri, and none are in Boone County. A listing is only one kind of record, so a clean list does not clear a specific parcel. Soil and groundwater questions still need a property review. For land or building transactions, ask for environmental records first. AES offers [soil contamination testing](https://aes.multisites.ai/soil-contamination-testing) and [soil remediation](https://aes.multisites.ai/soil-remediation). ## Which AES services fit Columbia projects? AES serves Columbia for these services, and each page explains scope on its own. - [Asbestos abatement](https://aes.multisites.ai/asbestos-abatement) and [asbestos testing](https://aes.multisites.ai/asbestos-testing). - [Mold remediation](https://aes.multisites.ai/mold-remediation) and [mold inspection](https://aes.multisites.ai/mold-inspection). - [Demolition](https://aes.multisites.ai/demolition) and [interior demolition](https://aes.multisites.ai/interior-demolition). - [Concrete polishing](https://aes.multisites.ai/concrete-polishing) and [epoxy floor coatings](https://aes.multisites.ai/epoxy-floor-coatings). - [Hazardous material disposal](https://aes.multisites.ai/hazardous-material-disposal). Closer to the office? See [St. Louis County](https://aes.multisites.ai/service-areas/st-louis-county-mo) and [St. Charles, Missouri](https://aes.multisites.ai/service-areas/st-charles-mo). ## How should I plan a job that is 125 miles from the AES office? Send details early and plan the notice period into the schedule. A job in Columbia needs the same steps as any Missouri project, plus lead time for travel. Early information lets AES scope the work before a site visit. 1. **Gather the basics.** Address, building age, what you plan to renovate or demolish, and any past survey. 2. **Order a survey if you have none.** Results set the scope for abatement or demolition. 3. **Build in the notice.** DNR requires notice at least 10 working days before a regulated project starts. 4. **Check city and county steps.** Boone County requires no demolition permit, but the City of Columbia has its own departments. 5. **Ask AES about timing.** Confirm the site walk, the start date and the expected duration in writing. Your best first call is to (314) 865-2662. Nothing here is a claim about past AES work in Columbia. ## Next step Call (314) 865-2662 or send the quote form at [/contact](https://aes.multisites.ai/contact) with your Columbia address, building age and the work you plan. We will tell you what the trip means for scheduling. Start with the [asbestos abatement](https://aes.multisites.ai/asbestos-abatement) page. ## Frequently asked questions ### Does AES serve Columbia, Missouri? Yes. AES lists Columbia as part of its service area, with St. Louis and St. Charles, Missouri. The office is in St. Louis, about 125 miles away, so Columbia is a travel market. Call (314) 865-2662 or use the quote form to confirm timing for your address. ### Who handles asbestos questions in Boone County? Boone County Resource Management points asbestos removal questions to the Boone County Health Department. Columbia's Public Health and Human Services serves both the city and the county. Missouri DNR notification still applies under state rules, at least 10 working days before a regulated project starts. ### Does Boone County require a demolition permit? The county says it does not. It suggests checking the Boone County Fire Protection District for any controlled burn of a structure. The City of Columbia has its own planning and inspection departments, so inside city limits check with the city before you hire crews. ### How old are homes in Columbia, Missouri? Newer than in St. Louis. About 19.2% of Columbia homes were built before 1970 and 28.8% before 1980, from 56,162 housing units in the 2024 American Community Survey. Boone County overall is 30.4% before 1980. Check your own build year before you renovate. ### Has PFAS been found in Columbia's water? Yes, at low levels. The Columbia Missourian reported in January 2024 that PFAS were found in four of the city's 17 wells, all between 2 and 4 parts per trillion. The city's 2025 report lists PFOS and PFOA results too. Read both reports for the latest numbers. ## Terms on this page - [Asbestos-containing material (ACM)](https://aes.multisites.ai/glossary/asbestos-containing-material-acm) - [Parts per trillion (ppt)](https://aes.multisites.ai/glossary/parts-per-trillion-ppt) - [Interior demolition](https://aes.multisites.ai/glossary/interior-demolition) - [Mold remediation](https://aes.multisites.ai/glossary/mold-remediation) - [Soil remediation](https://aes.multisites.ai/glossary/soil-remediation) - [Asbestos survey](https://aes.multisites.ai/glossary/asbestos-survey) - [Mold inspection](https://aes.multisites.ai/glossary/mold-inspection) - [NESHAP](https://aes.multisites.ai/glossary/neshap) - [PFAS](https://aes.multisites.ai/glossary/pfas) - [PFOA](https://aes.multisites.ai/glossary/pfoa) ## Sources 1. [Boone County Resource Management: FAQs](https://www.boonemo.gov/resource-management/faqs.asp) 2. [Boone County Resource Management: city departments](https://www.boonemo.gov/resource-management/faqs.asp) 3. [City of Columbia: Public Health and Human Services](https://www.como.gov/health/) 4. [Missouri DNR: Asbestos](https://dnr.mo.gov/air/business-industry/asbestos) 5. [U.S. Census Bureau: ACS 2024 1-year, table B25034 (Columbia and Boone County)](https://api.censusreporter.org/1.0/data/show/latest?table_ids=B25034&geo_ids=16000US2915670,05000US29019) 6. [OSRM route estimate: office to Columbia](https://router.project-osrm.org/route/v1/driving/-90.233935,38.599770;-92.32821,38.95264?overview=false) 7. [City of Columbia Utilities: 2025 Water Quality Report](https://www.como.gov/utilities/water/2025-water-quality-report/) 8. [City of Columbia Utilities: 2025 Water Quality Report (PFAS rows)](https://www.como.gov/utilities/water/2025-water-quality-report/) 9. [Columbia Missourian: Columbia detects forever chemicals in its water supply for the first time](https://www.columbiamissourian.com/news/local/columbia-detects-forever-chemicals-in-its-water-supply-for-the-first-time/article_256e8318-9d2f-11ee-ac57-ebe9c0f666e4.html) 10. [Missouri DNR: Missouri National Priorities List](https://dnr.mo.gov/waste-recycling/sites-regulated-facilities/superfund/missouri-national-priorities-list) 11. [Missouri DNR: Asbestos contractor registrations](https://dnrservices.mo.gov/env/apcp/asbestos/contractors/index.php) Checked against the sources above on October 30, 2026. Rules and fees change, so check the linked page before you act. ## Request your custom environmental remediation estimate Contact us for a free environmental remediation or restoration estimate and a personalized solution to your problems. [Request a Quote](https://aes.multisites.ai/contact)[(314) 865-2662](tel:+1-314-865-2662)