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Hamilton Testing Services, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Long Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fast response. Evan listened to my project requirement and recommended the appropriate action. They were able to finish testing in a reasonable amount of time. Thanks"
Team members ready to test!
Pop-Corn Acoustic Ceiling
Response time1 day
59 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Pure Restoration Inc
4.4(
84
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Serving Long Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the first day we started dealing with Tamir and the team at Pure Restoration we knew we were going to have a good experience - because he LISTENED. Issues were discussed and laid out before they became actual problems and Tamir's experience helped us to avoid many simple mistakes that are often made by homeowners. All of the work was done professionally. Permits were pulled and inspections were passed. Tamir communicated all of our needs to his subcontractors and our insurance company, and all of the crew working in our home were responsible and had very positive attitudes. Tamir also communicated his needs (code issues, etc.) to us. Throughout the job we all collaborated with a designer whose ideas were embraced by Tamir and his team (which is pretty rare). Progress was made on the job every day - and the workplace was kept clean and protected. We have already referred Tamir to our friends, and, based on having just passed our last inspection, we will continue to do so. Our house looks great and we are very happy."
Mold Remediation
Mold Remediation
Mold Remediation
Mold Remediation
Mold Remediation

+80

Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Home Environmental Quality Engineering
4.9(
7
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Serving Long Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was very pleased with the service I received from Home Environmental. Joe and his team were very responsive, knowledgeable, and professional. They explained every step of the process in great detail and we received the results from the testing within 24 hours!"
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Kurtis Environmental
5.0(
6
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Serving Long Beach, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"I priced a number of companies for asbestos testing of a structure. Kurtis responded promptly and was able to conduct the test within just a couple of days of my call. They followed up with a call to let me know my results as soon as they were ready, the promptly mailed and emailed the final report. Very nice and total pros and the price is among the best in the biz."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AM:PM Restorations & Construction Inc.
5.0(
16
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Serving Long Beach, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My remediation was challenging because I live a couple states away from the house I own. I had received a quote from another company saying that my whole bathroom needed to be torn out. When AM/PM inspected, they suspected that the damage was not that widespread. Sure enough, when they did the demo, the mold had not spread widely into the walls. I appreciated their honesty, even though it meant a smaller job. Maya came to the house to assess the damage, then remained my point of contact throughout the job. She was kind, knowledgable and professional. She even recommended a 3rd party testing company to come and certify their work. AND all of this happened over the Christmas holiday. I was very happy with the service overall. My bathroom looks great and I have a certificate of remediation for my tenants. Thankful for this team."
Mold remediation in kitchen cabinets
Mold remediation
Black mold on the wood structure
Mold remediation in kitchen cabinets
Mold remediation

+29

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

Lead toxicity comes from inhaling lead or consuming it. Before the 1980s, when the government banned lead from consumer use, it could be found in paint, plumbing, pipes, ceramics, and even gasoline. Lead paint is toxic for the same reason lead itself is toxic, which is why lead poisoning from paint presents the same as lead poisoning from water or food sources, with a slight increase in respiratory symptoms vs. digestive symptoms. Lead paint is most dangerous when it’s old and peeling, cracking, or otherwise disturbed. This increases the concentration in the air and, therefore, in breathable air. 

According to the EPA, there is no safe level of lead in the blood, and so the maximum contaminant level goal (MCLG) for lead in water is zero. Even at low levels, lead is harmful to human health. It can also remain in the body and build up over time with repeated exposure.

At-home lead tests can provide accurate results if used correctly, and if the kits are reputable and certified. They vary in sensitivity and methodology, influencing their accuracy. Follow instructions meticulously, ensuring proper sample collection and test execution. While they can detect elevated lead levels, for precise confirmation or if results are concerning, consider professional testing or lab analysis for comprehensive accuracy and guidance on addressing any issues.

No. Standard homeowners insurance does not cover any kind of lead remediation, focusing instead on sudden, unpreventable events like fires and theft. Many insurance companies will specifically exclude lead paint removal, since it tends to be an expensive and unavoidable project. The exception is if the lead surface is damaged during a covered event (like a flood) and homeowners insurance pays its replacement.

No, a standard home inspection includes the basics and does not offer lead paint testing. Professional lead paint inspectors need specific licenses to perform these inspections, which not all home inspectors have. If you suspect lead paint in the home you are about to purchase, you will need to pay separately to have that done. If the findings come back positive, you may be able to negotiate with the buyer to cover the cost of the removal.

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