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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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Reviewed in April 2025
They have good customer service and the plumber that came to do the work were friendly and the work was real nice.
PLUMBING ARTISANS
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Reviewed in August 2022
Advanced Water has been servicing my old soft water unit and RO for the last 10 years; coming to replace filters, test the water, etc. I called them immediately when the soft water system gave out and they came right out. Tim Douds did a great job explaining all of my options to replace and...
Advanced Water Solutions, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2022
Kevin Rex and Thomas are the Most Experienced, Professional, Diligent, Determined Punctual, Dependable and Likable Plumbers/Tradesmen we’ve ever worked with. My 86-year-old Mother bought a 50-year-old house with same owners for 50 years who had never updated nor maintained any of the toilets,...
Leak Stop Plumbing
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Reviewed in April 2020
The service technician, Albert, provided a comprehensive report of the inspection, testing, servicing, and preventive maintenance that he performed on the heating, ventilating, and air conditioning system. I was very impressed with his knowledge and expertise of this Trane system. Southland...
Southland Heating and Air Conditioning
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Reviewed in January 2020
I didn't have a good experience. I thought I was paying for them to come out and test for mold. The charge was to come to look at the problem. It cost almost double to perform the test and then half again as much to actually run the test and get the results. Be very careful of your costs before...
Coastal Clean Air Services
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Reviewed in December 2017
He was meticulous with repairing my oven. He came in and tested everything. He cleaned up, and he really knew the work with repairing the oven. He finished the work quickly and thoroughly and now I can bake cookies!
Airflow Appliance Repair, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2013
Very well. Failed test at another shop and they recommended I go to Jays and a Gold Seal shop. They quickly diagnosed the issue, replaced the components and conducted the successful smog test/ <br />
Jay's Automotive
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Reviewed in April 2009
UNRELIABLE... DO NOT USE. Bill was as great as everyone has described in regards to bidding and peforming the job, and then the retests results were delivered. Bill committed to return to perform further remediation; he already provided a written 1 year guarantee that future tests would come...
Aquidneck Environmental
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Reviewed in October 2005
WHEN THIS COMPANY CAME OUT AFTER RUNNING SEVERAL tests AND CHECK CERTAIN THINGS THEY CAME TO THE CONCLUSION THAT I NEEDED FREON. THE FREON WAS VERY LOW ON MY UNIT. THE TECH WHO CAME OUT ALSO TOLD ME TO CHANGE MY FILTER EVERY 3 MONTHS BECAUSE THEY WERE DIRTY ALSO
Anacapa Heating & Air Inc
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Asbestos fibers can stay airborne for 48 to 72 hours, depending on the home's ventilation. Fibers can linger longer in enclosed spaces with poor airflow. Because the fibers are microscopic, they can easily remain suspended, making them difficult to detect without professional equipment.

No, an N95 mask will not protect against asbestos and many other hazardous materials, such as carbon monoxide, gas, chemical vapors, and other gases. You will need a respirator specifically designed to protect against asbestos. However, if you suspect asbestos is present in your home, hire an asbestos abatement professional immediately and avoid the area until they arrive for the inspection.

Older textures may contain asbestos, requiring careful handling and professional inspection before work begins to ensure safety compliance.

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.

Regulations require certified professionals for removals and disposal in compliance with local and federal guidelines, ensuring safety and legality.

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