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• <div><p>When asbestos fibers become airborne, they enter a person's respiratory system. These fibers scar and damage the lungs and often lead to serious cancers like mesothelioma. Like many dangers in the house, asbestos isn’t easy to see when it could be causing serious damage. The amount of time exposed, combined with the person’s tolerance for asbestos inhalation and the amount inhaled, will all contribute to health problems.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2022
Unfortunately I think some steps should have been taken to further test the appliances before they started cutting holes in my walls. They were here for 8-10 hours over two days most of which was spent cutting holes in my walls and searching for the issue. I very much appreciate the systematic...
Swift Brothers Plumbing, Heating & Air LLC
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Reviewed in April 2018
Very professional and very fast. Came in and did all tests necessary and were out in about an hour. Got our results as promised in 24 hours.
Grimes Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2016
The first time they came, they found some leaks, repaired, and then then we still had leak. They emailed us a few months later to see how we were doing, and I expressed my disappointment. ( we were out of warranty by that time).Got great treatment, they came right out, tested and found the rest...
Florida Leak Locators
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Reviewed in January 2015
On time arrival, spot test on worn areas to make sure of improvement and completed job in just 2 hours with much success. Tommy was friendly, explained whys and hows and cleaned and restored the carpet so we won't have to replace it as soon as we thought. Well worth the cost and certainly more...
Steam Clean My Carpets LLC
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Reviewed in April 2014
There were several missteps with the installation of the pool. First, there seemed to be communication issues between what we were told by the salesperson and what was actually ordered. When errors were found, they were very slow to respond and correct. There was at least 3-4 weeks where...
American Pool & Spas
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Reviewed in July 2012
The first treatment was done in May. I was rather surprised to notice little difference in the number of weeds still present after three weeks. Fire ants were also in good supply. A second treatment was applied mid-June. It is now the end of July and I still see plenty of weeds. We applied some...
Massey Services of Greenup Deland
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Reviewed in April 2012
Overall the pressure cleaning was completed and the pool is no longer dirty. <br /> The pool deck was cleaned as well so thats clean. <br /> We did not like that they arrived setup pump and left without any communication. <br /> We called them because we did not know if the pump should be...
PINCH A PENNY POOL & PATIO SPA
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Reviewed in April 2012
Called on Monday March 19, 2012 to request repair of AC system. I explained that I had a freon leak and needed them to replace freon and identify leak. First Tech arrived as scheduled, Tuesday afternoon, was not aware of leak and did not bring equipment to test for leak. Replace freon and...
Jimmy's Electric Service & Air Conditioning Inc
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When asbestos fibers become airborne, they enter a person's respiratory system. These fibers scar and damage the lungs and often lead to serious cancers like mesothelioma. Like many dangers in the house, asbestos isn’t easy to see when it could be causing serious damage. The amount of time exposed, combined with the person’s tolerance for asbestos inhalation and the amount inhaled, will all contribute to health problems.

In the 1980s, the use of asbestos in house siding materials underwent a significant decline, ultimately being phased out by the mid-1980s to early 1990s. This change was largely due to a growing awareness of the severe health risks associated with asbestos exposure, particularly its link to lung diseases and cancers. With increased public concern and regulatory agency involvement, building codes and regulations were updated to restrict the use of asbestos in construction materials.

There are products that still contain asbestos, but they were typically installed decades ago. Common places where you may still find asbestos-containing materials are in siding, wrapped around ductwork, in older appliances (i.e., stove and gravity furnaces), and in floors. Asbestos was primarily used as an insulator, so anywhere in an older home where you lose heat is where you will most likely find asbestos.

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.

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.

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