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Last update on November 11, 2023

Reviewed in November 2023
They did the job well. Couldn't even tell where the pot burn mark was.
Marble Services LLC
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Reviewed in November 2021
They wasted no time in contacting me and setting up an immediate testing and the money that I saved I'm very happy with their disposition and friendliness and they keep following up on how things are going
Renew Restoration, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2019
Company was responsible for testing pre and post abatement. Quick response and everything completed in a timely manner
Sky Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2018
Leon was punctual. He was patient with answering questions. His fee was affordable. did not feel he was trying to rip me off. His report came quickly and he answered all of my questions over the phone. He stated that he did some specialized testing for one sample to get more accurate...
Sky Environmental Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2017
I hired Ace Cleaning and Restoration to perform mold and asbestos testing at a commercial property that I plan to purchase. Tal was great to work with from start to finish. He explained the entire process, costs, expected time-frames for test results and was spot-on with everything. I would...
Ace Cleaning and Restoration
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Reviewed in January 2014
We were very pleased with their professionalism from measuring the rooms and sizing the units through installation and final testing. Communication by the office staff was excellent - they arranged all necessary permits and appointments and kept me informed step by step. Installers came when...
Mr Rooter Plumbing of North Jersey
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Reviewed in August 2013
Mark arrived when he said he would, quickly diagnosed both problems, and began the repairs. It turns out the various innards of both the toilet tank and sink were old and no longer effective. Mark repaired the toilet, expalined to me what he was doing and why. He also installed a new toilet...
Advanced Professional Management, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2013
I had an older system and they tested the water for me. The old system was working but I was filling it with salt constantly. They installed a new water softener system for me. I absolutely love the new system and I haven't had to add salt to it once. Mike and Tony did a top notch job. They were...
Mark Lindsay & Son Plumbing & Heating Inc
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Reviewed in November 2011
Experienced and thorough inspection of a large Victorian home (1897). Took 5 hours with 2 people to complete generating a 116 page report! Included lead paint, radon and asbestos testing. Only downside was price form a quoted $700+ - ended up being 1200 when all was said and done. In the past,...
DM Home Inspections LLC
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Reviewed in November 2011
After a brief phone conversation where Kyle described options and prices for different aspects of home inspections, we opted to get a complete workup. This would include septic - also a hydraulic test, as the house had been unoccupied for nearly a year - a general mechanical inspection including...
BENCHMARK HOME INSPECTION SERVICES
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Percolation Tests FAQs, answered by experts

If asbestos is found, it is crucial to consult with a professional. They will provide recommendations for appropriate abatement actions, which may include safe removal, containment, sealing, or enclosure. All actions must be planned and executed in accordance with local regulations for handling asbestos.

You can tell if old flooring has asbestos if thick black flooring adhesive is underneath the tiles. However, homeowners should not cut into linoleum floors to look for this adhesive. Instead, hiring a specialist to test the floors is the only safe way to determine if old flooring has asbestos.

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.

If you think you’ve touched asbestos, do not put on a mask. This is important because you may take the asbestos fibers on your hands on trap them in the mask. Make your way to a sink and wash your hands thoroughly. Remove any clothes and seal them in a bag, then take a shower. Call your doctor and let them know you’ve been exposed to asbestos, and make sure you see them as soon as possible. The reason you keep the clothes is in case anyone wants to confirm the presence of asbestos.

Costs depend on the number of samples, property size, and lab processing fees.

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