--- title: "Asbestos, Lead and Demolition Services in Nashville, TN" description: "Metro Public Health asbestos permits, Tennessee accreditation, demolition permits and housing age for Nashville, Tennessee, from a St." url: https://www.aes-stl.com/service-areas/nashville-tn publisher: Advanced Environmental Services phone: +1-314-865-2662 quote: https://www.aes-stl.com/contact --- # Asbestos, lead and demolition work in Nashville, Tennessee Nashville, Tennessee is about 254 miles from the Advanced Environmental Services office in St. Louis in a straight line, and about 310 by road. Metro Public Health issues the asbestos permit and wants notice 10 working days ahead as of November 2026. About 38.4% of Nashville homes were built before 1980. AES takes projects within 300 miles of St. Louis. [Request a Quote](https://www.aes-stl.com/contact)[(314) 865-2662](tel:+1-314-865-2662) ![Underground storage tank exposed in an excavation during an AES tank removal](https://www.aes-stl.com/_astro/tank-removal-2025-09-30-10.27.14.Cb_y1_7s_Z12VFYq.webp) ![Commercial space sealed with plastic containment and air machines during AES mold remediation](https://www.aes-stl.com/_astro/Commercial-Mold-Remed-1.Ba4cYySF_Z9NqLo.webp) ![Building wrapped in white containment sheeting during an AES lead abatement project](https://www.aes-stl.com/_astro/127.BqgpMQY__7ReD8.webp) ## Served from St. Louis The AES office is in St. Louis, about 254 miles in a straight line and about 310 by road. Plan scheduling early. ## Metro Public Health permit The Pollution Control Division issues the asbestos removal permit and takes the notice for Davidson County. ## Tennessee sets its own credentials TDEC accredits asbestos firms and individuals and certifies lead-based paint firms and individuals. Ask any contractor, AES included, about Tennessee credentials. ## Newer housing About 38.4% of Nashville homes were built before 1980, so a survey matters more than building age alone. ## Nashville at a glance Office to Metro Codes office (800 2nd Ave S) About 254 miles in a straight line, about 310 by road (free-flow estimate, about 342 minutes) [router.project-osrm.org](https://router.project-osrm.org/route/v1/driving/-90.233935,38.599770;-86.770195,36.154348?overview=false) Nashville homes built before 1970 26.8% [api.censusreporter.org](https://api.censusreporter.org/1.0/data/show/latest?table_ids=B25034&geo_ids=16000US4752006,05000US47037) Nashville homes built before 1980 38.4% [api.censusreporter.org](https://api.censusreporter.org/1.0/data/show/latest?table_ids=B25034&geo_ids=16000US4752006,05000US47037) Davidson County homes built before 1980 38.9% [api.censusreporter.org](https://api.censusreporter.org/1.0/data/show/latest?table_ids=B25034&geo_ids=16000US4752006,05000US47037) Nashville housing units counted 369,824 [api.censusreporter.org](https://api.censusreporter.org/1.0/data/show/latest?table_ids=B25034&geo_ids=16000US4752006,05000US47037) Davidson County asbestos notice (as of November 2026) At least ten working days before work that would disturb asbestos [nashville.gov](https://www.nashville.gov/sites/default/files/2026-01/Reg4RegulationForControlOfHazardousAirPollution.pdf?ct=1767995762) Davidson County asbestos permit threshold More than 260 linear feet, 160 square feet or 35 cubic feet [filetransfer.nashville.gov](https://filetransfer.nashville.gov/portals/0/sitecontent/Health/PDFs/Air/NotificationOfDemolitionRenovationFormRev.pdf) Tennessee firm asbestos accreditation Three-year accreditation requirement [tn.gov](https://www.tn.gov/environment/program-areas/solid-waste/toxic-substances/asbestos.html) OfficeWithin 300 milesArea pageMap data: US Census Bureau. ## Does Advanced Environmental Services work in Nashville, Tennessee? Yes. AES takes projects within 300 miles of its St. Louis office, measured in a straight line. Nashville, Tennessee is about 254 miles away that way and about 310 by road. The office is at 3100 Gravois Ave in St. Louis. Plan lead time for the trip. The radius is a straight-line one, so the longer road distance does not change it. A long trip does need earlier scheduling, a clear scope and a site walk that someone can arrange in advance. AES holds Missouri DNR asbestos contractor registration 27-06-0640. AES has 30 years of experience and serves residential, commercial, industrial, governmental and healthcare customers. See the [asbestos abatement](https://www.aes-stl.com/asbestos-abatement) page for scope. ## Who issues asbestos permits in Nashville, Tennessee? The Metro Public Health Department’s Pollution Control Division issues the asbestos removal permit for Davidson County. Its form also serves as the NESHAP notice. A permit is needed for removals above 260 linear feet, 160 square feet or 35 cubic feet of regulated asbestos-containing material. Metro Public Health Regulation 4 asks for written notice at least ten working days before activity that would disturb asbestos, for the operations the rule describes. Ask the division for the current form, fee and address before you file, as of November 2026. Question Who to ask Asbestos permit and NESHAP notice Metro Public Health, Pollution Control Division Asbestos accreditation Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) Lead-based paint certification TDEC Demolition permit Metro Codes and Building Safety, Zoning Help Desk Debris plan for a demolition permit Metro Waste Services Learn the terms in our glossary: [NESHAP](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/neshap), [asbestos-containing material](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/asbestos-containing-material-acm) and [regulated asbestos-containing material](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/regulated-asbestos-containing-material-racm). Our guide to [hiring an asbestos contractor in Missouri](https://www.aes-stl.com/guides/hiring-an-asbestos-contractor-in-missouri) shows the kind of checks to run on any contractor. Tennessee has its own rules, so ask Metro and the state for theirs. ## What does Tennessee require for asbestos accreditation? Tennessee’s Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) accredits asbestos training programs, firms and five professional disciplines. TDEC says only Tennessee-accredited individuals may conduct asbestos activities in schools or in public and commercial buildings in the state. Firms face a three-year accreditation requirement. That is Tennessee’s rule. It is not a statement about AES. Note the scope: schools, public buildings and commercial buildings. Before you sign with any out-of-state contractor, ask for proof of Tennessee accreditation for the people and the firm. Check it on the state’s [asbestos program page](https://www.tn.gov/environment/program-areas/solid-waste/toxic-substances/asbestos.html). The answer may change your schedule, because a contractor may need time to meet state requirements. ## How do I get a demolition permit in Nashville, Tennessee? Metro Codes and Building Safety tells applicants to reach out to its Zoning Help Desk for a demolition permit. Anyone applying for a demolition permit must also complete the Metro Waste Services Debris Management Review. Those are two separate offices, so start both early. Asbestos steps sit beside the permit steps. Metro Public Health handles the asbestos permit and notice, and the survey should come before any demolition work. Fees and details change, so ask each office for current amounts. Verify each step as of November 2026. Read our [building demolition](https://www.aes-stl.com/building-demolition) and [interior demolition](https://www.aes-stl.com/interior-demolition) pages for AES scope. Our guide to [demolition from survey to debris](https://www.aes-stl.com/guides/demolition-from-survey-to-debris) shows the full order of work. ## How old are the homes in Nashville? Newer than in most cities we cover. About 26.8% of Nashville’s 369,824 housing units were built before 1970, and 38.4% before 1980, per the 2024 American Community Survey. Davidson County overall is 27.0% before 1970 and 38.9% before 1980. Area Built before 1970 Built before 1980 Nashville, Tennessee (metro government) 26.8% 38.4% Davidson County, Tennessee 27.0% 38.9% 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 what an [asbestos survey](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/asbestos-survey) covers. AES offers [asbestos testing](https://www.aes-stl.com/asbestos-testing) and an [asbestos survey](https://www.aes-stl.com/asbestos-survey). For a comparison with our home city, see [St. Louis, MO](https://www.aes-stl.com/service-areas/st-louis-mo). Memphis is the other Tennessee city we cover, with older housing: see [Memphis, TN](https://www.aes-stl.com/service-areas/memphis-tn). ## What does Tennessee require for lead paint work? Tennessee requires lead-based paint activities in target housing and child-occupied facilities to be done by firms and individuals certified by TDEC. Target housing means older homes where lead paint is a concern. Individual certification has been required since June 5, 2024. Those are Tennessee’s rules. Read the [TDEC lead hazard page](https://www.tn.gov/environment/program-areas/solid-waste/toxic-substances/lead-hazard.html) for the current requirements. The federal [RRP rule](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/rrp-rule) also covers paid work that disturbs paint in older housing. Learn about [lead-based paint](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/lead-based-paint) and [lead abatement](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/lead-abatement). Do not scrape, sand or burn old paint yourself. AES offers [lead abatement](https://www.aes-stl.com/lead-abatement). Read our guide to [lead paint in pre-1978 homes](https://www.aes-stl.com/guides/lead-paint-in-pre-1978-homes). ## Does Nashville publish PFAS results? Yes. Metro Water Services keeps a PFAS page for its drinking water. It says it tested water leaving its treatment plants in 2015, 2019, 2021 and 2023. Read the [Metro Water PFAS page](https://www.nashville.gov/departments/water/water-quality/pfas) for the current results and units. A utility page covers treated water, not your well, soil or building. EPA’s PFAS drinking water rule status changes, so check EPA’s own page for the current standard. Learn the terms: [PFAS](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/pfas), [parts per trillion](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/parts-per-trillion-ppt) and [PFOA](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/pfoa). Read our [PFAS drinking water rule explained](https://www.aes-stl.com/guides/pfas-drinking-water-rule-explained) guide. AES offers [PFAS testing](https://www.aes-stl.com/pfas-testing) and [PFAS remediation](https://www.aes-stl.com/pfas-remediation). ## Which AES services fit Nashville projects? AES serves projects within 300 miles of St. Louis, and each page explains scope on its own. Tennessee credentials are a separate question, so ask when you request a quote. - [Asbestos abatement](https://www.aes-stl.com/asbestos-abatement) and [asbestos testing](https://www.aes-stl.com/asbestos-testing). - [Mold remediation](https://www.aes-stl.com/mold-remediation) and [mold inspection](https://www.aes-stl.com/mold-inspection), for people searching for mold remediation in Nashville. - [Demolition](https://www.aes-stl.com/demolition) and [interior demolition](https://www.aes-stl.com/interior-demolition). - [Lead abatement](https://www.aes-stl.com/lead-abatement). - [Concrete polishing](https://www.aes-stl.com/concrete-polishing) and [epoxy floor coatings](https://www.aes-stl.com/epoxy-floor-coatings). - [Hazardous material disposal](https://www.aes-stl.com/hazardous-material-disposal). Learn the terms: [mold remediation](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/mold-remediation) and [mold spores](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/mold-spores). See every town we list on the [service areas](https://www.aes-stl.com/service-areas) page. Closer to the office? See [St. Louis County](https://www.aes-stl.com/service-areas/st-louis-county-mo) and [St. Charles, Missouri](https://www.aes-stl.com/service-areas/st-charles-mo). ## How should I plan a job that is 310 road miles from the AES office? Send details early and plan the notice period into the schedule. A Nashville job needs the most lead time of our regional markets, plus a check of Tennessee’s requirements. 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. **Check credentials.** Confirm what Tennessee accreditation or certification applies to your job. 3. **Order a survey if you have none.** Results set the scope for abatement or demolition. 4. **Build in the notice.** Metro Public Health asks for ten working days before activity that would disturb asbestos. 5. **Plan the demolition permit.** Contact the Zoning Help Desk and complete the Debris Management Review. 6. **Set the schedule.** Confirm the site walk, the start date and the expected duration in writing. Your best first call is to (314) 865-2662. ## Next step Call (314) 865-2662 or send our [quote form](https://www.aes-stl.com/contact) with your Nashville address, building age and the work you plan. We will tell you what the trip means for scheduling. Start with the [asbestos abatement](https://www.aes-stl.com/asbestos-abatement) page. ## Frequently asked questions ### Does AES serve Nashville, Tennessee? Yes. AES takes projects within 300 miles of St. Louis, measured in a straight line. Nashville is about 254 miles away that way and about 310 by road (free-flow estimate). The office is in St. Louis, so plan scheduling early. Call (314) 865-2662 or use the quote form to confirm timing and credentials. ### Is AES licensed in Tennessee? Tennessee's Department of Environment and Conservation accredits asbestos professionals and firms. Call (314) 865-2662 to confirm AES's credentials for your Tennessee project before you schedule. ### Who issues asbestos permits in Nashville, Tennessee? The Metro Public Health Department's Pollution Control Division. Its form is both the asbestos removal permit application and the NESHAP notice for Davidson County. A permit is needed above 260 linear feet, 160 square feet or 35 cubic feet of regulated material. Confirm the current form and fee. ### How much notice does Nashville need before asbestos work? Metro Public Health Regulation 4 asks for notice at least ten working days before activity that would disturb asbestos, for the operations the rule describes. Confirm which paragraph covers your job and the current process with the Pollution Control Division, as of November 2026. ### How do I get a demolition permit in Nashville, Tennessee? Metro Codes and Building Safety tells applicants to contact its Zoning Help Desk for a demolition permit. Metro Waste Services also requires a Debris Management Review for anyone applying for a demolition permit. Ask both offices for current steps before you hire crews. ### How old are homes in Nashville, Tennessee? Newer than in many cities. About 26.8% of Nashville homes were built before 1970 and 38.4% before 1980, from 369,824 housing units in the 2024 American Community Survey. Davidson County overall is 38.9% before 1980. Check your own build year before you renovate. ## Terms on this page - [Regulated asbestos-containing material (RACM)](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/regulated-asbestos-containing-material-racm) - [Asbestos-containing material (ACM)](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/asbestos-containing-material-acm) - [Parts per trillion (ppt)](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/parts-per-trillion-ppt) - [Interior demolition](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/interior-demolition) - [Lead-based paint](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/lead-based-paint) - [Mold remediation](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/mold-remediation) - [Asbestos survey](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/asbestos-survey) - [Mold inspection](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/mold-inspection) - [Lead abatement](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/lead-abatement) - [Mold spores](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/mold-spores) ## Sources 1. [OSRM route estimate: office to Nashville](https://router.project-osrm.org/route/v1/driving/-90.233935,38.599770;-86.770195,36.154348?overview=false) 2. [U.S. Census Bureau: ACS 2024 1-year, table B25034 (Nashville and Davidson County)](https://api.censusreporter.org/1.0/data/show/latest?table_ids=B25034&geo_ids=16000US4752006,05000US47037) 3. [Metro Public Health: notification of demolition and renovation form](https://filetransfer.nashville.gov/portals/0/sitecontent/Health/PDFs/Air/NotificationOfDemolitionRenovationFormRev.pdf) 4. [Metro Public Health: notification form (permit threshold)](https://filetransfer.nashville.gov/portals/0/sitecontent/Health/PDFs/Air/NotificationOfDemolitionRenovationFormRev.pdf) 5. [Metro Public Health: Regulation 4, Section 4-7](https://www.nashville.gov/sites/default/files/2026-01/Reg4RegulationForControlOfHazardousAirPollution.pdf?ct=1767995762) 6. [TDEC: Asbestos](https://www.tn.gov/environment/program-areas/solid-waste/toxic-substances/asbestos.html) 7. [TDEC: Asbestos (firms)](https://www.tn.gov/environment/program-areas/solid-waste/toxic-substances/asbestos.html) 8. [TDEC: Lead hazard](https://www.tn.gov/environment/program-areas/solid-waste/toxic-substances/lead-hazard.html) 9. [Metro Nashville Codes: commercial building permit process](https://www.nashville.gov/departments/codes/construction-and-permits/commercial-building-permit-process) 10. [Metro Nashville Waste Services: Debris Management Review](https://www.nashville.gov/departments/waste-services/development-review/debris-management-review) 11. [Metro Water Services: PFAS](https://www.nashville.gov/departments/water/water-quality/pfas) 12. [Missouri DNR: Asbestos contractor registrations](https://dnrservices.mo.gov/env/apcp/asbestos/contractors/index.php) Checked against the sources above on November 2, 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://www.aes-stl.com/contact)[(314) 865-2662](tel:+1-314-865-2662)