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Reviewed in July 2025
I was very pleased with the work done. The two workers who came were very congenial and professional.
Randy Marquis Well and Pump
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Reviewed in February 2025
Done perfectly and timely. Technician was highly competent and professional.
Richard's Garden Center, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2024
The inspection report was the most thorough I have seen. The property was old and required a detailed and thorough inspection. Main Choice Inspections did a great job, gave a verbal report immediately after the inspection and provided a very detailed report with recommendations within a couple...
Main Choice Inspections, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2024
Very thorough and trust worthy. determined to make you a happy customer.
Sparkling Clean Solutions
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Reviewed in December 2021
Excellent job. Arrived on time and called before coming. Beautiful tile work.
Gilbert Tile Installation
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Reviewed in June 2019
Excellent service. Installed an entire system in an hour. Awaiting the test results now.....hopefully no more issues..
NE Radon Doctors
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Reviewed in October 2015
It doesn't get much better than Scott Pearson and his crew. Everything Scott did for us has stood the test of time. I would use him again in a heartbeat. <br />
PEARSON CONSTRUCTION INC
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Reviewed in October 2015
Prior to the start of the job, I worked with Devin Deabler. He provided me with a quote, and then updated it after I chose the roofing material and skylights. He is very professional, and a pleasure to work with. <br /> Rick and Chris did the roof and skylight installation. They removed...
Horch Roofing Inc
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Reviewed in August 2014
my issue is, occasionally while watering my garden or using a faucet in the house, the pressure drops off considerably, especially if you flush a toilet. I have high iron in my water and i wanted to see if the pipe from the well was restricted. if the pump can supply plenty of water to the house...
Mid-Coast Energy Systems Inc
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Reviewed in June 2014
We contacted Air and Water Quality, Inc, the Freeport office to give us a quote. The salesman, Gregg, came out and checked out our basement to determine how the job was to be done. He checked to see how the various water and venting pipes would have to be installed. Our basement ceiling is...
Air & Water Quality Inc
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

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.

Costs depend on test type, home size, number of testing locations, and whether follow-up testing is required.

Older textures may contain asbestos, requiring careful handling and professional inspection before work begins to ensure safety compliance.

Typical methods for asbestos removal include encapsulation, enclosure, and complete removal.

Asbestos fibers can stay airborne for 48 to 72 hours, depending on the home's ventilation. Fibers can linger longer in enclosed spaces with poor airflow. Because the fibers are microscopic, they can easily remain suspended, making them difficult to detect without professional equipment.

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