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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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Very diligent. Gets it done as you requested.
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Reviewed in October 2022
They were prompt, courteous, solved the problem we had. We definitely would recommend VIP plumbing to our friends.
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Reviewed in September 2022
Mr. Cook was very professional, personable and easy to understand. He came when he said and took care of the problem, after troubleshooting. VIP Plumbing is fantastic! I would recommend him to anyone.
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Reviewed in June 2013
My wife and I did quite a bit of research before selecting our inspector. With a lack of knowledge of the Durango, CO inspectors, we selected Four Corners Inspection Service Inc. because Holly was an ASHI (American Society of Home Inspectors) Inspector as well as being certified to inspect FHA...
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Reviewed in October 2008
I called them because we needed them to redo work a company had done before. I like that they used green products. The guy came and he offered to test to see if it would even work before he charged anything. He was also willing to only clean what needed to be cleaned and charge less money. He...
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Although the use of asbestos has declined since the 1980s, it remains in several different types of building construction materials for insulation and as a fire retardant. Typically, asbestos can be found in materials such as ceiling and floor tiles, heat-resistant fabrics and coatings, and roof shingles. You may also find asbestos in textured paint and patching compounds.

Professional asbestos testers or environmental consultants are the best people to call to test for asbestos. An asbestos testing company specializes in collecting and analyzing samples and will be the most qualified to do the job for you. An environmental consultant may not specialize in handling asbestos, but should still have the knowledge and know-how to safely collect a sample and send it off for analysis.

Through air sampling devices and surface swabs in key areas of concern.

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.

Yes, most services include testing the generator to ensure functionality. Confirm with your provider.

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