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Asbestos - Testing

Serving Gray, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Exceptionally qualified and can explain in great detail the results of their testing. Highly recommend for residential type environmental issues."
Response time2 days
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Asbestos - AbatementAsbestos - TestingAsbestos Siding - Repair

Serving Gray, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Octagon Cleaning and Restoration. We recently purchased a house on the water and discovered that we had a mold issue in our basement. Matt and his crew were professional, informed us what needed to be done and completely eliminated the mold and the musty smell. Matt was very responsive to my texts, answered all my questions and a great representative of Octagon."
Water extraction.
Octagon vehicles
Drying structure damaged by water.
MOLD REMEDIATION
Dirty air duct.

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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Asbestos Removal questions, answered by experts

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned the use of asbestos pipe insulation in certain applications in 1975. It released further bans in 1989 and 2019. While asbestos pipe insulation was common from the 1930s to 1970s, its use fell off after the 1970s due to public concern and the EPA's actions.

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

Currently, there is no federal licensing mandate for asbestos removal contractors. However, certain cities and states require certification and specialized training. For example, in New York, those handling asbestos must receive an Asbestos Handler Certification. The mandates dictating the necessary training or certifications vary based on state and local laws.

Scraping off asbestos siding is extremely dangerous. When asbestos is inert, it does not pose a risk, but once disturbed, the fibers enter the air that you breathe and can cause irreparable damage. Professionals may scrape it off, but they will have more protective equipment and specialized tools that most homeowners do not have on hand.

Some pros may recommend covering a popcorn ceiling that tests positive for asbestos with beadboard ceiling planks or drywall. The cost to install a beadboard ceiling averages more than $5,000, but you likely will pay more than the average for the installer to deal with the asbestos safely. Installing a beadboard ceiling or new drywall will disturb the asbestos and release some microscopic fibers, so the installer will need to take precautions. 

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