How can you tell if your well water is bad?

• <div><p>Some of the signs that could mean your water is contaminated, such as cloudiness or bubbliness, could also be non-problems that don’t affect your water’s potability. However, if your water smells or tastes strange, it’s a good idea to stop drinking it and test it immediately. If your well water is contaminated, the best way to discover that is to test it.</p></div>

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Q: Do I have to remove lead-based paint?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: What factors affect lead testing costs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on the number of samples, testing method, lab fees, and whether on-site inspections are required.</p></div>

Q: Why is lead testing important before purchasing a property?

• <div><p>Lead testing prior to purchasing a property ensures that the new owners are informed about potential hazards, prevents health risks associated with lead poisoning, and facilitates timely remediation.</p></div>

Q: What is considered hazardous waste?

• <div><p>Hazardous waste is waste that poses a threat to human or environmental health. This generally refers to waste that is flammable, corrosive, toxic, or reactive. To confirm if the waste you need to remove <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-hazardous-waste.htm">is considered hazardous waste</a>, contact your local hazardous waste facility.</p></div>

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Warren?s response to our inquiry was within a very short time of the posting. He was very understanding of what was needed and supplied an estimated time involved, cost of the project and a time frame of completion. His attention to detail was impressive with any questions we asked, answered...
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Consultation was amazing, low pressure and in person to save time with measurements and options with samples on hand. One day in and out install for TWO shower systems!
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Very quick clean and professional and knew his profession thoroughly. Definitely recommend and will be using them again!
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Reviewed in January 2024
The pipes from the house to the septic tank were clogged and they have to dig in the front yard and unclogged the pipes and install new ones all the way to the septic tank
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Reviewed in August 2023
Prompt response to my request for help and courteous and professional tech. He thoroughly explained where the leak was and how he was able to fix it
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Reviewed in June 2023
Mark did more than I expected in removing old porch steps and railings and making new ones that very safe and secure and look very nice too! I would hire again!
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Very happy with the tree removal. Workers were very careful not to damage the fence or nearby house and did not damage the lawn. Reasonably priced as well.
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Very professional folks. Recommended what needed to be done, and what didn't. I would use them again, and my neighbors were impressed with the nice job they did.
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Jack and his employee were prompt and polite. They worked with me on some changes I requested at the last minute and still got the job done in 2 days.
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Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

Some of the signs that could mean your water is contaminated, such as cloudiness or bubbliness, could also be non-problems that don’t affect your water’s potability. However, if your water smells or tastes strange, it’s a good idea to stop drinking it and test it immediately. If your well water is contaminated, the best way to discover that is to test it.

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.

Costs depend on the number of samples, testing method, lab fees, and whether on-site inspections are required.

Lead testing prior to purchasing a property ensures that the new owners are informed about potential hazards, prevents health risks associated with lead poisoning, and facilitates timely remediation.

Hazardous waste is waste that poses a threat to human or environmental health. This generally refers to waste that is flammable, corrosive, toxic, or reactive. To confirm if the waste you need to remove is considered hazardous waste, contact your local hazardous waste facility.

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