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Weber Group Management, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Removal and clean-up was great. Everything from start to finish was handled by Weber Group. No worries! I would recommend them to anyone who needs asbestos or lead removal work done."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bluestone Environmental Inc
4.9(
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Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

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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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Gardner Services
4.7(
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Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

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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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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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Chicago Asbestos & Mold Removal Professionals
5.0(
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Serving Palatine, 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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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by71%of homeowners
Four Elements Environmental
4.8(
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Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Four Elements Environmental was extremely prompt replying to my messages and was able to work with my schedule to setup a lead paint and dust inspection. Mark conducted an extremely thorough inspection, and found lead in a few places I never would have noticed on my own. Four Elements pricing was reasonable, and the report assembled after the inspection was extremely detailed and helpful. I highly recommend Four Elements Environmental!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), hazardous waste is generally classified into four main categories:

1. Characteristic Wastes: These exhibit at least one of four hazardous traits: ignitability (flammable, like gasoline), corrosivity (can rust or decompose materials, like car batteries), reactivity (unstable and can explode, like aerosol cans), or toxicity (harmful when ingested, like lead-based paint).

2. Listed Wastes: These are specific wastes from manufacturing and industrial processes that the EPA has officially designated as hazardous. They include byproducts from processes that use solvents, pesticides, and other chemicals.

3. Universal Wastes: These are commonly generated hazardous items that are subject to streamlined regulations. Examples include batteries, pesticides, mercury-containing equipment (e.g., bulbs), and some lamps.

4. Mixed Wastes: This category includes waste that contains both hazardous and radioactive components, making it subject to regulation by both the EPA and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

You do not have to remove lead paint if the surface is not chipping or peeling or if there are no pregnant people or children under the age of six who live in or regularly visit your home. Lead paint is a particular risk for young children whose brains and bodies are not fully developed. Experts strongly recommend that you call a pro to remove lead paint if it’s peeling or flaking, no matter who lives in the home. You can experience lead poisoning by breathing in or ingesting just a small amount of it.

Several different measurements may be used to determine the amount of lead in water. The most common unit of measurement is micrograms per liter (µg/L), which is the same as parts per billion. Another measurement is milligrams per liter (mg/L), which is the same as parts per million.

Through air sampling devices and surface swabs in key areas of concern.

If the lead paint is in a place that is not easily disturbed and is not flaking or deteriorating, you do not necessarily need to remove it. Lead is toxic when dust particles or flakes from peeling lead paint are ingested. If people are not in the area with the lead paint, it may be safe to leave it in place. You still may want to consider encapsulation with a paint formulated for covering lead-based paint, just for an added layer of protection.

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