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1st Rate Construction and Environmental Services
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Serving Auburn, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Quick response

"Very communicative, explained everything and did not do any unnecessary work. He was timely, and did some reconstruction needed and also tested afterward. He always tried to save us money and worked with our schedule. I would recommend him for just about anything."
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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EnviroLogical Elements, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Auburn, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very Professional. Avi gave us a quote in a day. The techs were very helpful and worked to remove obstacles we had inadvertently left at the site. They tidied up and left with all the scrap safely contained. All in just a few hours. I would highly recommend."
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ACM Floor Tile
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New Day Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Auburn, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well. After the water damage, we didn't know what to do next. New Day Services came into the picture, guided us step-by-step, fought to get the line items in our claims vigorously, and helped us oversee the repairs needed to ensure that our home was repaired to 100% satisfaction."
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Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

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

No. Standard homeowners insurance does not cover any kind of lead remediation, focusing instead on sudden, unpreventable events like fires and theft. Many insurance companies will specifically exclude lead paint removal, since it tends to be an expensive and unavoidable project. The exception is if the lead surface is damaged during a covered event (like a flood) and homeowners insurance pays its replacement.

Structural problems with the foundation or roof, water damage, and significant plumbing or electrical issues are all considered major red flags in a home inspection. Of these, a structural problem related to the foundation is often the most severe. Foundation repairs are typically the most expensive and intrusive to carry out, averaging around $5,000 but sometimes reaching up to $16,000. Because these problems can pose safety risks and be costly to fix, you should ask your inspector detailed questions about any identified issues. You will need to carefully consider how major problems affect what you’re willing to pay for the home, or if you want to proceed with the sale at all.

Professional testing for lead paint costs about $300, ranging from about $250 to $700, depending on the square footage, accessibility, and location. However, testing for lead paint with a DIY home-testing kit costs about $25, but doesn’t guarantee accurate results. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends using a lead test kit that complies with the Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule, which has strict criteria for ensuring a more accurate reading.

Common home surfaces to test for lead include:

  • Walls

  • Windows

  • Doors

  • Molding and trim

  • Railings

Lead testing in residential properties involves collecting samples from paint, dust, soil, or plumbing and analyzing them in certified laboratories to accurately identify lead levels.

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