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Weber Group Management, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Michael was great and his prices are reasonable. I called him one night and he came early the next morning. He was efficient and very knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who needs their home tested for lead."
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School Project
Commercial Project
Commercial Floor Tile
Response time8 hrs
Response rate93%
100 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bluestone Environmental Inc
4.9(
202
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Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"William and his crew were punctual, courteous, and professional. William walked me through the process for the work, inspected the areas he needed to access, and answered all my questions with enthusiasm which made me feel respected as a customer. They worked diligently and when the whole job was complete, including air quality testing, he walked me through for approval. I truly think my basement was left cleaner than before they started. I had nothing to clean up, throw out, or pick up after they were done. I am so pleased I used BlueStone for my Asbestos removal project and their pricing was right in line with a competitor. Thank you!"
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Gardner Services
4.7(
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Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David, at Gardner Environmental Services, professionally performed numerous air sample tests inside our home due to a minor smelling of mold in one spot.Fortunately, his lab resource came back with negative results on each location sample David tested. David was reassuring and pleasant to work with. I would recommend his company, to anyone."
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Signature Water and Fire Restoration
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Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Signature Water and Fire Restoration Company is an Illinois based company that offers a full range of property restoration services while combining the latest technologies and state-of-the-art restoration techniques. Our services cover water damage restoration, mold remediation, fire damage restoration and odor removal, cleaning services including carpet cleaning, repair and reinstallation.

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Chicago Asbestos & Mold Removal Professionals
5.0(
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Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rogelio and the team were excellent and very professional. They were able to make it out in one day and complete the asbestos removal within a few hours. Every step of the process was explained to me first and I was given a chance to safely check on the progress along the way. Cost was very reasonable."
Asbestos wrapped cast iron pipe prior to abatement
Cast iron pipe free of asbestos containing material post abatement.
Demolition of a bathroom to update the room for new buyers
Removed entire ceiling for drywall installation.
Removed old flooring with asbestos tiles, the owner hired a floor refinisher to reveal this amazing floor from 1905.

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Recommended by71%of homeowners
Healthy Homes
4.5(
76
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Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very professional honest and showed up on time. Another company to come out and they were trying to pitch me and the idea of me destroy my entire basement to get rid of some mold. The guys at Black rock environmental did not! They even took an air test afterwards confirming everything they said they would do. I strongly recommend them. Two thumbs up!"
On the job
Testing for mold
Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Real Time Environmental Inc
5.0(
11
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Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I THOUGHT THAT THE WORK WAS A LITTLE SLOPPY. THE BINDING AGENT USED ON THE PIPES WAS SPRAYED ALL OVER THE FLOOR AND WALL. I FELT A LITTLE MORE TIME TO COVER AREAS NOT BEING SPRAYED SHOULD HAVE BEEN TAKEN."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

While the EPA provides guidelines for homeowners to perform DIY lead paint removal, it is a risky process and generally not recommended due to serious health risks and strict regulatory requirements. The process requires precise safety precautions, such as wearing a respirator and protective eyeglasses, creating sealed exits, and using a HEPA vacuum for cleanup. To ensure the job is done safely, effectively, and in compliance with regulations, it is highly recommended to hire a professional lead abatement company. Certified professionals have the necessary training, experience, and specialized equipment (like chemical strippers and HEPA vacuums) to handle and dispose of hazardous materials safely.

DIY kits are available for basic air quality testing, but professional services provide more comprehensive results and recommendations. While a DIY kit may seem cost-effective, a professional assessment is more thorough. Inspectors are better equipped to catch all pollutants and hazards, and you'll still need a professional to verify and act on DIY test results. Furthermore, some kits don't test for certain pollutants or only detect their presence without measuring specific levels (like mold spores). It's generally better to opt for a detailed professional assessment.

You can expect to pay between $200 and $400 for a lead inspection, where your local lead testing pro will scan surfaces and items with an X-ray fluorescent analyzer. Lead risk assessments are slightly different and run around $800 to $2,000. A pro may find lead during an evaluation, and create a removal strategy.

A professional indoor air quality inspection takes anywhere from one to three hours, depending on the size of your home and the number of necessary samples. After the test, the specialist will discuss the findings, but you won’t get a full written report for 2 to 10 days, though you can ask your pro to expedite the process, if needed. 

Lead removal is crucial in older homes to eliminate risks of lead poisoning, which can severely affect health, particularly in children, by impacting development and cognitive functions.

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