"Rick was very professional and helpful when he came to our home to assess the property for mold, lead, and asbestos. He walked us through every step of the process, making sure we understood what needed to be done and why. I felt very comfortable asking him questions and he was very open and forthcoming about what he found in our home. He also worked us in with very short notice, which I really appreciated. I would recommend this company to anybody! You will get your time and money's worth."
"Very professional and knowledgeable company. They responded to my call for asbestos testing in a very timely manner. The technician was knowledgeable and thorough in selecting and identifying potential asbestos sites and was happy to explain the process to me before starting the testing. She was careful in handling sites and I felt comfortable that the testing addressed all suspected areas. Pricing was fair and the turn-around time for test results and report was great."
"Lisa Spielvogel was professional and made the entire inspection process easy. They performed asbestos testing on my basement tile flooring. I used the mail-in sample service, which Lisa explained to me and made it easy to understand. Jason Spielvogel's report was detailed and easy to understand. I am now hiring a local asbestos abatement company to come out and remove the asbestos from my basement. Once they received my samples it only took four business days to receive my results. Lisa called me and sent me the report in my e-mail. I definitely recommend Tri State and want to thank them for their help."
"Highly recommend!! Keven was great! He Identified the problem quickly and was very thorough in identifying all the other hidden places affected by mold. He clearly knows what he’s doing, and is very pleasant to work with!"
American Property Restoration, Inc. is a disaster restoration and environmental remediation contractor specializing in large-scale emergency response services, including water damage mitigation, fire restoration, mold remediation, asbestos abatement, demolition, and reconstruction for residential, commercial, institutional, and government facilities.
Water Medx, LLC is a full-service certified mold remediation asbestos abatement, water damage restoration contractor. We offer mold and asbestos testing. The Water Medx team are experts in handling insurance claimsp. You can count on Mold & Water Medx for speedy reliable service when you need it most. No job too big or to small. We offer affordable solutions for everyone. \nOur Remediation and Restoration experts are highly skilled and have all undergone rigorous training. Protect your investment today. We provide free estimates. Don't wait, call us today!\n
Xtreme Environmental Services specializes in environmental remediation services, including water damage restoration, mold remediation, asbestos abatement, and radon mitigation. With years of hands-on experience, we also provide property repairs, remodeling, cleaning, and full-service restoration solutions for residential and commercial clients. Our team delivers reliable workmanship, efficient project execution, and strong project coordination to ensure every job is completed safely, professionally, and to the highest standards from start to finish.
"Todd, and the team at Certified Environmental Professionals, was very easy to work with. They took the time to explain everything to me, and what I was most struck by was their overall attention to detail. Todd made a point of ensuring that everything was done to the highest standards of quality. I would absolutely recommend them to my own friends and family."
Typically, homeowners insurance does not cover asbestos removal or abatement. Most policies exclude coverage for pollutants, contaminants, and hazardous materials, which includes asbestos. Because asbestos is often considered a pre-existing condition in older homes, its removal is usually viewed as a maintenance expense rather than an insurable loss. However, there is a key exception: if asbestos-containing materials are discovered or disturbed due to a covered event, such as a fire or storm, your policy may cover the abatement as part of the necessary repairs. For example, if a storm damages your roof and an insurance adjuster discovers asbestos while inspecting the damage, the policy might pay for the removal cost. If removal is not covered and is outside your budget, you might consider encapsulating the asbestos. The viability of this option depends on the condition of the contaminated materials. It is recommended to speak with an asbestos abatement specialist to understand your options.
Asbestos has many beneficial properties, including fire resistance, strength, and chemical resistance. It is also an excellent insulator, which is why it was used in pipe insulation and other building materials for decades. For all its benefits, asbestos is dangerous for human health, which is why it was eventually banned from use in certain products.
When asbestos damages the lungs it causes a condition called “asbestosis” which, unfortunately, can’t be cured once it’s damaged the lungs. This condition is chronic and any treatment is undertaken to improve quality of life. This usually involves quitting smoking, being prescribed oxygen, and undergoing lung rehab. Severe cases usually require a lung transplant.
According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from 10 to 40 years for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure.
Risk factors also include:
Amount of exposure
Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers
Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos
Genetic factors
Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)
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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