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Last update on September 26, 2022

Reviewed in September 2022
Hired Will's Sprinkler Irrigation Service to startup my sprinkler system, adjust some sprinklers heads and perform a backflow test. The sprinkler system was started and the heads adjusted per my request. The backflow test was not performed. Contacted the company in late spring when I was...
Wills Sprinkler Irrigation Service
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Reviewed in August 2021
Iâ m a satisfied customer!
ICT Mechanical Contractor, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2020
Drew was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. He took the time to explain the testing process and reviewed the results in detail. I highlighted recommend him for other homeowners.
Modern Home Optimization
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Reviewed in December 2018
I knew this would be a challenge going into the project as we were dealing with old galvanized pipes - the plumber attempted to just fix the leaky joint but with each repair, created another issue/blockage - I think the job would have taken less time if he would have just cut and replaced all...
Mr. Handyman of the Wichita Metro Area
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Reviewed in April 2018
He repaired my backflow device and did the annual test. Very professional, and quick! Will definitely do business again.
Harris Lawn Care, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2016
Thorough and detailed inspection, well documented with photos and videos of the various items of defects and areas needing attention. The inspector's services were a good value for the money. The inspector and report exceeded my expectations, with the only exception being that I paid an extra...
SharpSight Home Inspections LLC
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Reviewed in September 2014
I am the buyer and needed a home inspection for piece of mind. I was going to use the other A rated one here on Angie's List but they were backed up. Justin with Insight Inspections was able to get my inspection completed just 2 days after I called him and that was due to my choice, he...
Insight Inspections LLC
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Reviewed in August 2014
The initial appointment was on Tuesday. Despite knowing before the appointment that the issue was that the oven wasn't heating properly, they didn't have the necessary equipment to test it, so they had to leave and return. They diagnosed the problem and returned Thursday to install the part....
Affordable Appliance Repair
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Reviewed in December 2013
Jim Bowers came out the same day the Water Department representative told me I had a leak between the meter and my house; what a relief. Counting that as Day 1, Day 3 was a holiday, but by the end of Day 4, my new water line was installed. This project even required a city permit. All of the...
Bowers Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2013
They very extremely prompt - coming by the same day I called. I had a pretty significant leak somewhere in the masonry of my chimney. The guys were very thorough and inspected all areas. They fixed the leak and now everything is completely dry and it's definitely been tested with all the rain...
Top Hat Chimney And Duct
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Since the EPA partially banned asbestos in 1989, it is no longer used to manufacture new siding in the United States; production had largely ceased by the early 1980s. Many other countries, such as Canada, Iceland, and Denmark, also have bans on asbestos. However, asbestos siding is still present in many homes built before the late 1980s. The only definitive way to know if your siding contains asbestos is to have it professionally lab-tested.

Whether or not to buy a home containing asbestos is ultimately a decision for the homebuyer, and there are several things to consider. When in good condition and contained, asbestos is unlikely to present a health risk—it’s when those tiny fibers are loose and airborne that they become a problem. Consider any renovations you plan on doing to the home that could disturb existing asbestos and the cost of removal. If an inspection finds asbestos in a home on the market, you could negotiate with the seller for a lower price, though this isn’t a sure thing.

When asbestos fibers become airborne, they enter a person's respiratory system. These fibers scar and damage the lungs and often lead to serious cancers like mesothelioma. Like many dangers in the house, asbestos isn’t easy to see when it could be causing serious damage. The amount of time exposed, combined with the person’s tolerance for asbestos inhalation and the amount inhaled, will all contribute to health problems.

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.

While asbestos can’t be directly absorbed through the skin—the fibers are too big—skin contact can still produce symptoms. Contact dermatitis can flare up in sensitive individuals but in most cases, the danger from asbestos comes from inhaling the fibers, or dust, that is produced when asbestos is disturbed. If you touch asbestos by accident, immediately wash yourself and your clothes.

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