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AC Environmental, Inc.

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AC Environmental, Inc.

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
156 local quotes requested

AC Environmental, Inc has been in business for over 5 years. However, the owner and laborers have been in the abatement industry for over 15 years. We provide asbestos/lead abatement, and asbestos/mold inspections along with mold remediation. Customer satisfaction and service is a must for us.

"They got in, got out and provided detailed results. Answered questions and very knowledgeable. Would definitely use again and highly recommend."

Felicia W on May 2025

AC Environmental, Inc has been in business for over 5 years. However, the owner and laborers have been in the abatement industry for over 15 years. We provide asbestos/lead abatement, and asbestos/mold inspections along with mold remediation. Customer satisfaction and service is a must for us.

"They got in, got out and provided detailed results. Answered questions and very knowledgeable. Would definitely use again and highly recommend."

Felicia W on May 2025


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Allied Environmental

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Allied Environmental

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

With 30 years of hands-on experience in asbestos removal and mold remediation, I treat every customer's home as I would my own—with fairness and honesty. We provide free estimates along with straightforward, honest advice. Typically, we can schedule services within a week, depending on the situation. We understand that environmental issues feel like emergencies, and we respond with the urgency they deserve.

"We bought a property that had a burnt out apartment building on it. Allied recommended a few companies to sample for asbestos so it could be demolished and removed the asbestos for us. Great company to work with, Will knows his stuff."

Kathy D on October 2024

With 30 years of hands-on experience in asbestos removal and mold remediation, I treat every customer's home as I would my own—with fairness and honesty. We provide free estimates along with straightforward, honest advice. Typically, we can schedule services within a week, depending on the situation. We understand that environmental issues feel like emergencies, and we respond with the urgency they deserve.

"We bought a property that had a burnt out apartment building on it. Allied recommended a few companies to sample for asbestos so it could be demolished and removed the asbestos for us. Great company to work with, Will knows his stuff."

Kathy D on October 2024


SPRAY SERVICES INC.

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SPRAY SERVICES INC.

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33 years of experience

Asbestos, lead, and mold remediation firm. Abatement projects executed with integrity and due diligence. 30 years of experience in environmental remediation. Licensed in Missouri and Illinois.

Asbestos, lead, and mold remediation firm. Abatement projects executed with integrity and due diligence. 30 years of experience in environmental remediation. Licensed in Missouri and Illinois.


Innovative Cleaning & Restoration LLC

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Innovative Cleaning & Restoration LLC

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Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

We provide Water Damage restoration services in St Louis and the surrounding areas to both commercial and residential customers. We specialize in Mold remediation, Air Duct cleaning, fire damage and other services. Feel free to call 24/7 to schedule a free property evaluation, or speak with a specialist regarding your property.

"nick is a scammer never showed up when he said he was nothing but lies and broken promises showed up one day half a** cleaned two rooms never can back and refuses to give my money back he is a scammer and a thief"

Tim A on August 2025

We provide Water Damage restoration services in St Louis and the surrounding areas to both commercial and residential customers. We specialize in Mold remediation, Air Duct cleaning, fire damage and other services. Feel free to call 24/7 to schedule a free property evaluation, or speak with a specialist regarding your property.

"nick is a scammer never showed up when he said he was nothing but lies and broken promises showed up one day half a** cleaned two rooms never can back and refuses to give my money back he is a scammer and a thief"

Tim A on August 2025




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Storm Shield

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Storm Shield

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19 years of experience

Storm Shield serves both residential & commercial clients roofing needs. Our locations are fully-staffed and fully-equipped to handle any size roof replacement or new roofing project. Our teams at each Storm Shield location are here to serve you, our valued customer, and provide the most affordable, expertly installed and stress-free roof replacement, re-roofing or new roof construction available.

Storm Shield serves both residential & commercial clients roofing needs. Our locations are fully-staffed and fully-equipped to handle any size roof replacement or new roofing project. Our teams at each Storm Shield location are here to serve you, our valued customer, and provide the most affordable, expertly installed and stress-free roof replacement, re-roofing or new roof construction available.


SERVPRO of Clayton/Ladue

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SERVPRO of Clayton/Ladue

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58 years of experience

SERVPRO of Clayton/Ladue Professionals provide fire and water damage restoration services. SERVPRO of Clayton/Ladue proudly serves St. Louis, Lemay, Mehlville, Oakville, Webster Groves, Crestwood, Shrewsberry, Affton, Marlborough, South County, and surrounding areas. We are available 24 hours/7 days a week and are ready to restore damage to your home or commercial structure caused by: Water Damage Fire Damage Disaster, storm and flood damage Mold Damage

SERVPRO of Clayton/Ladue Professionals provide fire and water damage restoration services. SERVPRO of Clayton/Ladue proudly serves St. Louis, Lemay, Mehlville, Oakville, Webster Groves, Crestwood, Shrewsberry, Affton, Marlborough, South County, and surrounding areas. We are available 24 hours/7 days a week and are ready to restore damage to your home or commercial structure caused by: Water Damage Fire Damage Disaster, storm and flood damage Mold Damage


SERVPRO of Affton/Webster Groves

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SERVPRO of Affton/Webster Groves

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

SERVPRO of Affton/Webster Groves Professionals provide fire and water damage restoration services. SERVPRO of Affton/Webster Groves proudly serves St Louis, Affton, Webster Groves, Crestwood, Shrewsberry, Lemay, Mehlville, Oakville, Clayton, South County, and surrounding areas. We are available 24 hours/7 days a week and are ready to restore damage to your home or commercial structure caused by: Water Damage Fire Damage Disaster, storm and flood damage Mold Damage

SERVPRO of Affton/Webster Groves Professionals provide fire and water damage restoration services. SERVPRO of Affton/Webster Groves proudly serves St Louis, Affton, Webster Groves, Crestwood, Shrewsberry, Lemay, Mehlville, Oakville, Clayton, South County, and surrounding areas. We are available 24 hours/7 days a week and are ready to restore damage to your home or commercial structure caused by: Water Damage Fire Damage Disaster, storm and flood damage Mold Damage


JK Consulting

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JK Consulting

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Customers say: Super punctual
21 years of experience

If you have residential or commercial construction or service needs, JK Consulting would love to have the opportunity to assess your needs and help provide proper guidance throughout your project. Our partners have been in and around construction and insurance restoration for over 30 years. We appreciate the ability to share our knowledge that can not only lead to future business, but can also provide the community with expert advise.

If you have residential or commercial construction or service needs, JK Consulting would love to have the opportunity to assess your needs and help provide proper guidance throughout your project. Our partners have been in and around construction and insurance restoration for over 30 years. We appreciate the ability to share our knowledge that can not only lead to future business, but can also provide the community with expert advise.

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Asbestos Removal questions, answered by experts

Asbestos-containing materials are not easily affected by water and do not disintegrate or dissolve when exposed to it. However, porous materials can deteriorate due to water exposure, leading to the release of asbestos fibers into the air. The settling of asbestos fibers can also occur as water makes them heavy, which reduces the risk of airborne exposure, though future disturbance of the materials could cause risk. Wetting asbestos-containing materials does not constitute safe removal, and the proper handling and disposal of asbestos materials should be left to professionals.

Since DIY asbestos removal isn’t the best option to save money, there are other steps that you can take to help cut costs when dealing with this project. After speaking with your asbestos removal expert, discuss if encapsulation is an option. If it is, you can save between 15% to 25% on overall project costs over demolition and disposal. In addition, when speaking with your professional, discuss if there are any tax credits available for your removal project. Finally, check with your homeowner’s insurance to see if any removal costs might be covered. However, be aware that this is usually only applicable if the asbestos is due to a covered incident, like a tree falling into your roof.  

In most cities, it isn’t legal to cover asbestos tile. This is because it’s difficult for the average homeowner to know if they’re causing fibers to become airborne. While there is a method of sealing the asbestos in place—called encapsulation—this needs to be done by a pro, and isn’t appropriate for all situations. 

Asbestos itself does not typically leak from a roof. However, if an asbestos-containing roof is damaged or deteriorated, it can release asbestos fibers into the air. This can occur when the roof is disturbed, such as during maintenance or repairs, or due to weathering over time. Exposure to airborne asbestos fibers can be harmful to health, so it is important to address any damaged asbestos roofs promptly and safely.

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)

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