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• <div><p>Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.</p></div>

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Last update on February 17, 2023

Reviewed in February 2023
This team was professional, as well as friendly and knowledgeableâ ¦gave us up front scenariosâ ¦ we didnâ t have to pay them before OR after the job was done (once the testing is done and we are SATISFIED, we are to pay the bill â ¦which was a little higher than the first company we contacted...
Radon Protection Services of Gettysburg
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Reviewed in May 2019
Their office staff is very informed and helps you with every service. They can explain every service and help choose what you need for your lawn. Lawn doctor contacts you before every visit. For first time customers, they test your soil and setup up a lawn care plan based on that soil test. ...
Lawn Doctor of Carroll County
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Reviewed in December 2018
Wayne is extremely knowledgeable and shared his expertise with us. He explained the process of testing for mold and the results. Our tests showed high levels of Aspergillum penicillium in our basement. Wayne helped us find a competent remediation company and retested our air samples several...
Lancaster Environmental Testing, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2018
Very well. Contractor got back to me quickly with estimate and was able to perform work in a very timely manner. Tech looked at every option for best aesthetic as well as function. Post tests came back with excellent results.
Reliable Radon
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Reviewed in July 2017
Two men came and flushed the water heater, looked at a dripping faucet and had the water tested for sediment. They were not able to fix the drip and provided an estimate for a replacement. They also provided an estimate fora water treatment system and adding a bathroom in the basement....
Honest Abe Home Services
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Reviewed in June 2017
On time. Professional. Explained their processes and testing results.
Siegman Forced Air Systems
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Reviewed in December 2016
Henry was very professional and helpful. He thoroughly explained what he was doing, why he thought the tiles were not asbestos, and how the testing process would work. Nena, the office manager, was pleasant and helpful over the phone. Our lab results confirmed that the tiles did not contain...
Maryland Cleaning & Abatement Corp
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Reviewed in August 2015
We are new and clueless when it comes to most pool issues, so when our filter stopped working, we were panicked. I initially filed a claim through my home warranty company, who took a full week to tell me that they could not find a provider in my area, but I was welcome to give it a try. After a...
Anthony & Sylvan Pools
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

When learning how to test for asbestos in a popcorn ceiling, you have an option for a DIY job or to hire a professional tester. You can purchase a kit at a hardware store and use personal protective equipment while doing the test. If you don’t want to risk any potential exposure to asbestos, hire a professional asbestos testing company instead.

DIY kits are available, but professional testing ensures accurate results and compliance with regulations.

Asbestos has many beneficial properties, including fire resistance, strength, and chemical resistance. It is also an excellent insulator, which is why it was used in pipe insulation and other building materials for decades. For all its benefits, asbestos is dangerous for human health, which is why it was eventually banned from use in certain products.

Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.

Asbestos is a carcinogen, meaning it increases the risk of cancer. Inhaling asbestos fibers is linked to several respiratory issues, including asbestosis, or scarring on the lungs, lung cancer, and mesothelioma, another type of cancer. There's also a link between asbestos exposure and an increased risk of colon cancer and other cancers of the digestive system.

Usually, the people most at risk for disease related to asbestos exposure are those who spend a lot of time working around the material without protection. Electricians who work with asbestos wire have a higher risk of developing mesothelioma or lung cancer due to their exposure.

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