--- title: "Asbestos, Mold and Demolition Services in Springfield, MO" description: "Asbestos fees, wrecking permit steps, housing age and landfill rules for Springfield, Missouri, from a St. Louis contractor that takes projects within 300 miles." url: https://www.aes-stl.com/service-areas/springfield-mo publisher: Advanced Environmental Services phone: +1-314-865-2662 quote: https://www.aes-stl.com/contact --- # Asbestos, mold and demolition work in Springfield, Missouri Springfield, Missouri is about 192 miles from the Advanced Environmental Services office in St. Louis in a straight line, and about 214 by road. The city handles asbestos through its Department of Environmental Service, with a $183 fee as of November 2026. About 55.0% of homes were built before 1980. [Request a Quote](https://www.aes-stl.com/contact)[(314) 865-2662](tel:+1-314-865-2662) ![Worker in an orange lift working on the upper floor of a brick building](https://www.aes-stl.com/_astro/Lead-2.9LKWOFtB_1gAHyw.webp) ![AES crew member in a protective suit and orange hard hat removing wall material from scaffolding](https://www.aes-stl.com/_astro/098.hgZ7AvUK_QfCE8.webp) ![Large warehouse floor polished to a high gloss by AES](https://www.aes-stl.com/_astro/concrete-polishing-6.D75US3SZ_1H2Hka.webp) ## Served from St. Louis The AES office is in St. Louis, about 192 miles in a straight line and about 214 by road. Plan scheduling early. ## City asbestos agency Missouri DNR lists the City of Springfield Department of Environmental Service as the local asbestos agency. ## Wrecking permit steps Utilities retirement, a sewer cap by a city-licensed plumber, a historic check and an asbestos inspection come before a wrecking permit. ## Landfill limit Asbestos-contaminated debris is not allowed in the City of Springfield Landfill. ## Springfield at a glance Office to Busch Municipal Building About 192 miles in a straight line, about 214 by road (free-flow estimate, about 242 minutes) [router.project-osrm.org](https://router.project-osrm.org/route/v1/driving/-90.233935,38.599770;-93.292308,37.216479?overview=false) Springfield homes built before 1970 38.9% [api.censusreporter.org](https://api.censusreporter.org/1.0/data/show/latest?table_ids=B25034&geo_ids=16000US2970000,05000US29077) Springfield homes built before 1980 55.0% [api.censusreporter.org](https://api.censusreporter.org/1.0/data/show/latest?table_ids=B25034&geo_ids=16000US2970000,05000US29077) Greene County homes built before 1980 45.4% [api.censusreporter.org](https://api.censusreporter.org/1.0/data/show/latest?table_ids=B25034&geo_ids=16000US2970000,05000US29077) Springfield housing units counted 85,301 [api.censusreporter.org](https://api.censusreporter.org/1.0/data/show/latest?table_ids=B25034&geo_ids=16000US2970000,05000US29077) City asbestos fee (as of November 2026) $183, paid to the Outdoor Air Quality Control Program [springfieldmo.gov](http://www.springfieldmo.gov/134/City-Air-Permits) Asbestos debris at the city landfill Not allowed [health.springfieldmo.gov](https://health.springfieldmo.gov/6222/Wrecking-a-Structure) Permit Desk hours 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Friday [health.springfieldmo.gov](https://health.springfieldmo.gov/6222/Wrecking-a-Structure) OfficeWithin 300 milesArea pageMap data: US Census Bureau. ## Does Advanced Environmental Services work in Springfield, Missouri? Yes. AES takes projects within 300 miles of its St. Louis office. Springfield, Missouri is about 192 miles away in a straight line and about 214 by road. The office is at 3100 Gravois Ave in St. Louis. Plan lead time for the trip. A distant job needs 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. It 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. This page covers Springfield, Missouri. Our other Springfield page covers Illinois. ## Who handles asbestos in Springfield, Missouri? Missouri DNR lists the City of Springfield Department of Environmental Service as the local asbestos agency, at 417-864-2031. The city also charges an asbestos fee of $183, paid to the Outdoor Air Quality Control Program, as of November 2026. State notice rules still apply to regulated projects. Both Missouri and federal rules require an asbestos inspection of the building before demolition or renovation work starts. When a demolition permit application reaches the city’s Building Development Services, the Outdoor Air Quality Control Program requires an inspection and report from a Missouri licensed Asbestos Building Inspector. Missouri DNR also requires notification at least 10 working days before work on regulated structures. Check the city’s [City Air Permits page](http://www.springfieldmo.gov/134/City-Air-Permits) for the current fee before you budget. Question Who to ask Local asbestos agency City of Springfield Department of Environmental Service Asbestos fee Outdoor Air Quality Control Program ($183 as of November 2026) Asbestos inspection Missouri licensed Asbestos Building Inspector State notice and contractor registration Missouri DNR 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 [friable asbestos](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/friable-asbestos). Our guide to [hiring an asbestos contractor in Missouri](https://www.aes-stl.com/guides/hiring-an-asbestos-contractor-in-missouri) explains what to check before you sign. ## What do I need for a wrecking permit in Springfield, Missouri? The city lists several steps before it issues a wrecking permit. City Utilities must retire water, gas and electric service. A plumber licensed and certified by the city must cap the sewer at the property line, or the owner must pump and fill a septic tank. The city also checks each structure for historical significance. The asbestos step runs through the city’s Environmental Services. The inspection report goes to that department first. Once the city approves the report, it forwards its approval to Building Development Services. The city says verification of whether asbestos is present must happen before the permit moves forward. Disposal is its own question. The city states that asbestos-contaminated debris is a hazardous waste and is not allowed into the City of Springfield Landfill. Plan a different, approved disposal route before the crew arrives. Read about [asbestos disposal](https://www.aes-stl.com/asbestos-disposal) and [hazardous waste](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/hazardous-waste). Our guide to [Missouri demolition and renovation asbestos rules](https://www.aes-stl.com/guides/missouri-demolition-and-renovation-asbestos-rules) walks through the state order of steps. Verify each city step as of November 2026, because rules and fees change. 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. ## Where do I get permit help in Springfield, Missouri? The Permit Desk is on the first floor of the Busch Municipal Building, 840 Boonville Ave., Springfield, MO 65802. Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Friday. The number for general and permit questions is 417-864-1585. Call before you drive over. The city page may change, and a short call can save a trip. Bring the property address, the planned work and any asbestos report you already have. If you hire a contractor from outside the city, ask that contractor which of these steps it will handle and which ones you must do as the owner. ## How old are the homes in Springfield, Missouri? About 38.9% of Springfield’s 85,301 housing units were built before 1970, and 55.0% before 1980, per the 2024 American Community Survey. Greene County overall is newer, at 45.4% before 1980. Area Built before 1970 Built before 1980 Springfield, Missouri 38.9% 55.0% Greene County, Missouri 29.2% 45.4% More than half of Springfield’s homes date from before 1980, the years when builders often used asbestos in tile, joint compound, siding and pipe wrap. Age alone does not prove asbestos is there. A survey does. 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). Older buildings can also hold lead paint, which matters for homes built before 1978. Learn about [lead-based paint](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/lead-based-paint) and read our guide to [lead paint in pre-1978 homes](https://www.aes-stl.com/guides/lead-paint-in-pre-1978-homes). ## What about mold in Springfield buildings? Mold follows water. A roof leak, a flooded basement or a burst pipe can start a problem within days. AES offers [mold inspection](https://www.aes-stl.com/mold-inspection) and [mold remediation](https://www.aes-stl.com/mold-remediation). Read our post on [mold over 10 square feet](https://www.aes-stl.com/blog/mold-over-10-square-feet) for when to call a professional. Learn the terms: [mold remediation](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/mold-remediation) and [black mold](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/black-mold). Our guide to [mold after water damage](https://www.aes-stl.com/guides/mold-after-water-damage) covers first steps. Travel to Springfield adds scheduling time, so call early. ## Is there a Superfund site in Springfield, Missouri? Yes. EPA placed the Fulbright Landfill on its National Priorities List in September 1983. EPA continues to conduct five-year reviews at the site to ensure the remedy remains in place and protective. Part of the site is now a community trail. A listing covers one site, not your parcel. A clear list does not clear a specific property, and a listed site nearby does not mean yours has a problem. For land or building transactions, ask for environmental records first. AES offers [soil contamination testing](https://www.aes-stl.com/soil-contamination-testing) and [soil remediation](https://www.aes-stl.com/soil-remediation). ## Which AES services fit Springfield projects? AES serves projects within 300 miles of St. Louis, and each page explains scope on its own. - [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). - [Demolition](https://www.aes-stl.com/demolition) and [interior demolition](https://www.aes-stl.com/interior-demolition). - [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). 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 214 road miles from the AES office? Send details early and plan the permit steps into the schedule. A Springfield job follows 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 an asbestos inspection.** The city and the state both require one before demolition or renovation. 3. **Build in the notice.** DNR requires notice at least 10 working days before a regulated project starts. 4. **Line up the wrecking permit steps.** Utilities retirement, the sewer cap and the historic check take time. 5. **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 Springfield, Missouri 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 Springfield, Missouri? Yes. AES takes projects within 300 miles of St. Louis. Springfield, Missouri is about 192 miles away in a straight line and about 214 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. ### Who handles asbestos in Springfield, Missouri? Missouri DNR lists the City of Springfield Department of Environmental Service as the local asbestos agency, at 417-864-2031. The city also charges an asbestos fee of $183, paid to the Outdoor Air Quality Control Program, as of November 2026. Confirm the current fee on the city's page. ### What do I need for a wrecking permit in Springfield, Missouri? The city lists several steps. Ask City Utilities to retire water, gas and electric service. Have a city-licensed plumber cap the sewer. The city checks each structure for historical significance. An asbestos inspection report goes to Environmental Services before the permit is issued. ### Can asbestos debris go to the Springfield landfill? No. The city says asbestos-contaminated debris is a hazardous waste and it is not allowed into the City of Springfield Landfill. Plan disposal at an approved facility before work starts, and ask your contractor in writing where the waste will go. ### How old are homes in Springfield, Missouri? About 38.9% of Springfield homes were built before 1970 and 55.0% before 1980, from 85,301 housing units in the 2024 American Community Survey. Greene County overall is 45.4% before 1980. Check your own build year before you renovate. ### Where do I get permit help in Springfield, Missouri? The Permit Desk is on the first floor of the Busch Municipal Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Friday. The number is 417-864-1585. Confirm hours before you go, because they can change. ## Terms on this page - [Asbestos-containing material (ACM)](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/asbestos-containing-material-acm) - [Interior demolition](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/interior-demolition) - [Friable asbestos](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/friable-asbestos) - [Lead-based paint](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/lead-based-paint) - [Mold remediation](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/mold-remediation) - [Soil remediation](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/soil-remediation) - [Asbestos survey](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/asbestos-survey) - [Hazardous waste](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/hazardous-waste) - [Mold inspection](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/mold-inspection) - [Black mold](https://www.aes-stl.com/glossary/black-mold) ## Sources 1. [OSRM route estimate: office to Springfield, Missouri](https://router.project-osrm.org/route/v1/driving/-90.233935,38.599770;-93.292308,37.216479?overview=false) 2. [U.S. Census Bureau: ACS 2024 1-year, table B25034 (Springfield and Greene County)](https://api.censusreporter.org/1.0/data/show/latest?table_ids=B25034&geo_ids=16000US2970000,05000US29077) 3. [City of Springfield: City Air Permits](http://www.springfieldmo.gov/134/City-Air-Permits) 4. [City of Springfield: asbestos inspection at permit application](http://www.springfieldmo.gov/134/City-Air-Permits) 5. [City of Springfield: Wrecking a Structure (asbestos inspection)](https://health.springfieldmo.gov/6222/Wrecking-a-Structure) 6. [City of Springfield: Wrecking a Structure (landfill)](https://health.springfieldmo.gov/6222/Wrecking-a-Structure) 7. [City of Springfield: Wrecking a Structure (utilities and sewer)](https://health.springfieldmo.gov/6222/Wrecking-a-Structure) 8. [City of Springfield: Wrecking a Structure (historic check)](https://health.springfieldmo.gov/6222/Wrecking-a-Structure) 9. [City of Springfield: Permit Desk](https://health.springfieldmo.gov/6222/Wrecking-a-Structure) 10. [Missouri DNR: local asbestos agencies (PUB2554)](https://dnr.mo.gov/print/document-search/pub2554) 11. [Missouri DNR: Asbestos](https://dnr.mo.gov/air/business-industry/asbestos) 12. [EPA: Fulbright Landfill, Springfield, Missouri](https://www.epa.gov/mo/springfield-missouri-transforms-superfund-landfill-new-community-trail) 13. [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)