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• <div>According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from 10 to 40 years for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure. Risk factors also include:<ul><li>Amount of exposure</li><li>Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers</li><li>Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos</li><li>Genetic factors </li><li>Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)</li></ul></div>

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Reviewed in January 2025
Dude- call this place! I have an older house and my shut-off valve for my bathroom was leaking, they came over quickly so my home didn’t flood! Then I got addicted, since then I’ve needed my toilet switched out, my kitchen was being remodeled so I needed a new plumbing, waterline to my fridge,...
Pipeline Plumbing
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Reviewed in December 2023
The service was excellent. I would just advise customers to know what is being tested by the well test beforehand, so if they want to add more items tested they can.
Foothill Pump
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Reviewed in October 2023
We were able to book an appointment quickly for a clogged toilet. The technician was punctual, efficient, and very professional. I will use Drain Cleaning Pros again if needed.
Drain Cleaning Pros - Unlicensed Contractor
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Reviewed in April 2022
They were quick, thorough, and clean. I wished I had done it sooner.
Crowder Tree Specialist
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Reviewed in October 2021
It was very professional and they completed the kitchen in one week.
Granite Transformations
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Reviewed in May 2021
Terry returned my call immediately. He showed up on time, went right to work testing the outlet and circuit breaker. He had the parts he needed in his truck, so he was here less than 30 minutes. He is my go-to person for any future electrical needs and recommend him highly.
Advanced Electric Service
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Reviewed in May 2016
After spending 20 minutes digging, James told me I didn't have a leach field and called in another plumber to check it out. All this time he had a leach field map which I had given him and he said he was POSITIVE there was no leach field even though I had asked him to refer to the leach field...
Earl's Performance Plumbing
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Reviewed in October 2014
I found Bill Crane, the owner, to be a very pleasant and honest and fair man. It was a little shaky at first try to contact his company due to vacation and illness of his vacation relief. I almost gave up on trying to get a bid from Chico Roofing Company. I am glad that I was persistent!...
Chico Roofing & Solar Works
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Reviewed in April 2014
We are glad that we found Terrence on Angie's list. He responded quickly and gave us a bid that was competitive with other bids. Terrence worked with us on the design, so we could get exactly what we wanted. He is very creative with his tile work, and offered options in the design that I...
Turenne General Contracting
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Reviewed in November 2012
The manager, Matt Ottinger, gave a very through and straightforward assessment of the job. The crew was efficient. Post-remediation testing indicated that a complete and through job had been performed. 
SERVICEMASTER SELECT
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Testing and analysis take 10 days to 2 weeks. Expedited services are available for urgent situations typically requiring higher fees.

Asbestos was commonly used in cloth wiring, but not all types of cloth wiring contain it. The age, condition, and appearance of the wiring can provide clues as to whether asbestos is present or not, but the only way to know for sure if the wiring has asbestos is to have it tested.

The microscopic asbestos fibers do not cause eye irritation, throat irritation, or lung irritation. If you are inhaling fibers, you will not know it. This lack of immediate symptoms is one of the reasons why asbestos is so dangerous. You cannot know for certain if you are inhaling fibers, which is why you must wear safety gear if you could have any chance of an exposure while working.

If you suspect exposure to asbestos, prioritize seeking medical advice by informing your healthcare provider about the potential exposure with clear details about the circumstances that led to the exposure. Regular health check-ups and screenings if you work in high-risk industries or live in a home with asbestos are essential for early detection of any asbestos-related conditions. You should also consider consulting occupational health experts or legal professionals for guidance on potential next steps and preventive measures.

According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from 10 to 40 years for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure. Risk factors also include:

Amount of exposure
Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers
Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos
Genetic factors
Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)

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