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Last update on November 11, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
I hired Caldwell & Co to replace a faucet in my bathroom. My house is very old and there were some challenges that came with that. Nathan was quick to address the challenges, communicated well, and showed me the plumbing setup to explain every step he had to take. Nathan is also professional and...
Caldwell & Co. Plumbing
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Reviewed in July 2025
Came home at 5:30 after working all day to find my central air unit not working & my house at 87 degrees. With 2 small children - one having asthma, I panicked. Kenny came right out and within an hour had my unit back in business. Even checked my furnace and tested my unit to make sure...
Kenny Do-It HVAC, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2025
Rob (the owner) and Matt are awesome. They completed a complex installation right before July 4th, and spent a LOT of time in the attic in order to complete the job. It was 130 degrees in there at times, and they completed duct work, AC Lines, insulation (that is the WORST), charging, and...
Burnell's Plumbing and Heating
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Reviewed in January 2024
Individual instruction, follow up the next day, availability if any problems! Charming!
Symmetry A, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2023
Simons HVAC replaced our 20 yr. old mini split with a Lenox mini heat pump. The installers, Felix, Ryan, and Antonio were here right on time, were very professional, worked with me on how I wanted it done, did a great job, cleaned up all the workplace, tested the equipment, and got the job done...
Crisafulli Bros. Home Services
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Reviewed in August 2023
They did a great job and we were very pleased! We’re looking into using them monthly now! Thanks again!!
CG Capital Cleaners LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
Dutton provided an inspection for a home we were purchasing. He was prompt, thorough, kind, and extremely knowledgeable. The report he provided was so helpful and easy to follow. We would recommend Dutton to anyone and are so appreciative of him.
HomeSmith Services, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2023
Work was well done...still waiting to see if it's effective against the spring runoff, which is what causes the leak.
Adirondack Basement Systems, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2019
During our home purchase, we called Landry to perform a on inspection and radon test. While inspecting, they were very thorough and helped us to decide the house needed much work to be livable. They performed a radon test. Another house in the block popped up for sale, I called them to complete...
Landry Professional Home Services
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Reviewed in March 2017
Andy's great. He came to estimate within a half hour of my call, then called the day before he came back to confirm and ask if he needed to shovel snow, arrived on time (early) with all tools and went to work without supervision, even snowblowing to gain access to my cellar storm door. He...
That Handy Andy
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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.

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.

Bathroom tiles can contain asbestos, just the same as patio tiles or kitchen tiles. Remember that asbestos was used primarily for its insulative and fire-resistant properties, both of which are desired in a house. Before we knew asbestos caused cancers and other diseases, it made a lot of sense to include it in many different building materials, including bathroom tiles.

Federal law doesn’t require homeowners to disclose the presence of asbestos in their home, but some states and local municipalities may require it. That is why it’s important to test an older home for asbestos and other health hazards before moving forward with a sale.

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.

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