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• <div><p>Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.</p></div>

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We recently used MFernandez CONSTRUCTION INC. to completely gut and remodel our kitchen and we couldn’t be happier with the results! From the start. MFernandez CONSTRUCTION INC. was incredibly communicative and helped us optimize our layout they installed new cabinets, floors and finished the...
MFernandez Construction Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2025
The job was great I was really excited about the results
Good Guys Services
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Reviewed in October 2021
Fixed the dripping faucet and was a nice guy
Oak Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in January 2021
J has tutored me from geometry through pre-calculus (all honors courses) and he has not only helped me get my test scores to one of the top in the class, but we have also been able to get ahead in classes and think about problems more for understanding rather than solely memorization. J does not...
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Reviewed in August 2019
After a brief period of essential hammering in the attic and testing for air leakage, the work was done silently. The very pleasant installation crew was unobtrusive and efficient. I was amazed the "blowing in" process could be so quiet and clean. Not a drop of insulation escaped the...
Applied Building Science
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Reviewed in February 2014
A number of tests were made, and careful analysis leading to the right solution.
Ongaro & Sons
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Reviewed in December 2012
They found nothing, gave us a bill for 295 and recommended an infrared test costing 500 which they could not do until much later. Note that they said over the phone that the amount was for 2 hours of leak detection but they only stayed for 45 minutes. The next day, my wife looked outside and...
American Leak Detection - SF Bay Area
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Reviewed in May 2009
Three bathroom faucets were not working well. I had put off looking for a plumber for some time because of bad experiences and the belief among my friends that an honest plumber is almost impossible to find. Then my garbage disposal failed. So I called Reggie, the plumber one of my neighbors was...
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Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.

Typical methods for asbestos removal include encapsulation, enclosure, and complete removal.

No, but it’s common that they do. Gravity furnaces weren’t terribly efficient so wrapping either the ductwork in asbestos, the furnace itself, or both, was something done regularly. This allowed the system to retain more heat. At the time, this greatly enhanced the efficiency of the furnaces but it wasn’t until later that we became aware of just how carcinogenic and dangerous asbestos could be.

If asbestos is found, it is crucial to consult with a professional. They will provide recommendations for appropriate abatement actions, which may include safe removal, containment, sealing, or enclosure. All actions must be planned and executed in accordance with local regulations for handling asbestos.

Services test for allergens, mold, VOCs, and carbon monoxide levels to ensure a healthy indoor environment.

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