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Last update on August 15, 2025

Reviewed in August 2025
Richard was knowledgeable, helpful and let us know what he found and explained it clearly. He arrived promptly and set to work immediately. I had no direct evidence of the well until Richard’s arrival (tutorial). My clear understanding of what the steps moving forward could be were delivered...
Ardito & Sons, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2025
Mike was very friendly and helpful, was able to get his samples quickly, and the mold analysis report we received was on time and very thorough. We got everything we needed to determine our next steps - thanks so much!
Granite State Inspection Services
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Reviewed in October 2023
Super team had a lot of water coming in to my basement and this firm arrived and pressure tested my basement and then waterproofed it very good guys
M6 Construction & Masonry
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Reviewed in February 2023
John was great, came to inspect our home in Rochester and was professional and had every piece of equipment you could need to give us a detailed look into our house. Even when the seller made a mistake on the sewer and water system types John helped us test both and went above and beyond. Cannot...
True North Home Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2022
This company is the best! Anthony responded immediately to my much needed request, came out and saw the roofing issue that others had missed, and repaired it 100%. He even did a water test to be sure that the repair was perfect! I called him again a few days later for another roofing issue and...
Tar Star Roofing
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Reviewed in July 2022
The workers were here bright and early. They were courteous, not just to us, but to our home. When the project was complete Kevin spent about an hour explaining everything about the tub. What to expect, what precautions to take, cleaning the tub. He was very informative and patient.
Newpro Operating, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2021
Company responded quickly and got the test done quickly, results were emailed immediately. Very happy.
Millyard Home Inspection
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Reviewed in September 2015
Kevin was efficient, professional, and very through with his inspection. He had a written report emailed to us that evening. He also did a radon test which was extremely helpful. The level was high and the seller agreed to mitigate the problem. I would recommend Kevin without hesitation for any...
Morrison Home Inspections LLC
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Reviewed in October 2014
<p>In November 2013, my horse was getting diarrhea from my water. It went away if I got water from elsewhere and came back if I used my well water. I did lots of water testing at the New Hampshire State Lab that was coming up with no possible reason. In March of 2014 I went to another water...
Aqua Specialties LLC
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If your home was built before 1989 and still has original vinyl, there’s a high probability of asbestos mixed into the old flooring, which can harm you and your family if it’s disturbed from removal. If you suspect that you have asbestos, you’ll want to call in an asbestos removal expert to evaluate the situation.

Unfortunately, home inspections do not check for asbestos because of the liability factor involved. That’s why you should hire a trained professional with specialized equipment to test for it.

They will inspect all areas of the home and take samples of various materials to test. Opting for an asbestos inspection can prevent the risk of exposure to this hazardous material and save on costly repairs that may be required.

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.

Asbestos was commonly used in cloth wiring, but not all types of cloth wiring contain it. The age, condition, and appearance of the wiring can provide clues as to whether asbestos is present or not, but the only way to know for sure if the wiring has asbestos is to have it tested.

If you suspect exposure to asbestos, prioritize seeking medical advice by informing your healthcare provider about the potential exposure with clear details about the circumstances that led to the exposure. Regular health check-ups and screenings if you work in high-risk industries or live in a home with asbestos are essential for early detection of any asbestos-related conditions. You should also consider consulting occupational health experts or legal professionals for guidance on potential next steps and preventive measures.

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