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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 October 2018
Got an email the same night that I requested info. They looked at our job site quickly even though they are probably 100 miles away. Dave set a start date quickly (maybe 10 days) and was here at the exact time he said he would be. Informed me on how he hoped to proceed, which was exactly what he...
Stuedemann Radon Resolutions
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Reviewed in June 2017
Dave, the electrician, and a you apprentice called ahead, arrived when expected, worked efficiently, tested each fan at the completion of work, and tidied up the work area. They put 'booties' over their boots upon arrival.
Electric Doctor
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Reviewed in July 2016
He found flaws that I had not. I was able to negotiate repairs with the help of Mike's detailed, professional looking report. For the most recent inspection I added a radon test, and he found high levels. His report helped me to convince the seller to do radon mitigation, as well as some...
The BrickKicker Inspection Services - Davenport
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Reviewed in January 2016
Fast response, Faith seemed very knowlegable about asbestos testing.
AAA Faith Services
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Reviewed in August 2015
Northwest performed a gas pressure test on my gas line so that hte utility company would turn my gas back on. They came out, put a pressure meter on my gas meter, left it there for the day, and came back the following day to pick it up. They were at my house for no more than an hour and they...
Northwest Mechanical Inc
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Reviewed in October 2013
When they started the demo it was discovered that our shower tile surround was set in an inch of concrete! Of course this made the demo a nightmare for Red Box, but no complaints were heard! They just dug in and got the job and all the mess cleared out. <br /> They assisted in all phases of...
Red Box Design Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2013
The work was performed on schedule, within the timeframe alloted, and was done correctly. A follow up test was left with me to verify the work and the test was completed and showed that the system accomplished the purpose of removing a sufficient amount of Radon gas to keep my home safe. <br />
Radon Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in May 2013
The technician tried to auger and some other steps, but was unsuccessful. He explained it was not tree roots, but a lot of sludge build up. A jet spray would be needed to completely free up the drain. He also quoted the price before proceeding. He left to get the equipment needed and another...
B and B Drain Tech
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Reviewed in January 2013
We woke up to a slowly cooling house - with a 4 month old baby this was PANIC mode for me since my husband was out of town and the high temp today was supposed to be in the 20's. I had another company come out and the guy tried to sell me a new, low efficiency furnance for $2000. Skeptical, I...
Family Heating & Cooling
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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.

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

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.

While it's possible to cover asbestos tile with carpet, it's not recommended. Encapsulating tile beneath carpet doesn't eliminate the health risks. Over time, the asbestos tiles could degrade, releasing fibers into the air and potentially contaminating the carpet. Disturbance during carpet installation or removal might also release fibers.

While a professional can always help, there are some common plumbing culprits you can check yourself to see if you can find the sewer gas smell. For example, you should check your water traps, sometimes called P-traps and S-traps, which are located under sink, shower, and laundry drains. The wax ring beneath the base of your toilet, which creates a watertight seal with the plumbing, could also have gone bad.

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