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Last update on October 15, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
This company went above and beyond to supply me with the limestone I needed for my driveway. Drew came and dumped it in the area and then he smoothed it out made it look great. I really appreciate their efficiency and dedication to get the job done right. Gene provided me with a free estimate...
KVB Excavating Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2021
Awesome an quick to schedule an be thorough through the inspection an explain everything to you
TM Home Inspections
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Reviewed in March 2020
Work was performed in a timely manner with quality and care. Would highly recommend Knox Radon for testing and mitigation. Professional and Reliable.
Knox Radon EMT LLC
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Reviewed in June 2019
The staff and nurse was very kind, I would recommend it to family and friends for test or whatever that needs done, I've had 2 surgery's and everything went well the nurses in the recovery room was so kind, Knox county is very lucky to have this hospital. Soon they will have a birthing center...
Knox Community Hospital
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Reviewed in April 2019
Someone asked why we didn't use the company that installed our water softener...because their trip charge was $125 (to walk in the door) then $120/hour to repair. Peacock Water responded quickly to our Home Advisor request, they were polite, and did NOT charge an outrageous trip fee...actually...
Peacock Water Conditioning
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Reviewed in March 2019
Eric and Blake were quick to respond to all questions, and patient when explaining both the radon and sump systems. They arrived promptly to all appointments and took plenty of time after the installation to explain how to check the gauges, remove parts for maintenance, and how to send in the...
Radon Fix
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Reviewed in May 2016
Phil was absolutely wonderful. He was courteous, thorough and extremely informative. The inspections turned up a lot of items we never would have found including 2 major issues. The roof is actively leaking and has an active wet spot on the ceiling. There was a poor attempt of repairing the leak...
Linkhorn Home Inspections LLC
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Reviewed in December 2014
From the initial meeting to go over the scope of the project and estimation (Doug), through project management (Bryan), scheduling (Paul), and completion of the work on site (Peter and Britain), each member of the team was helpful, knowledgeable and extremely professional. They understood...
Nicholson Builders
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Reviewed in December 2012
KMA did an initial assessment, very thorough. However, by scheduled date for install, the installation plan had gotten lost in the interim. Have the technician provide you copies of not only the proposal, but drawings, sketches, etc. <br /> Due to the necessity of needing to re-evaluate the...
KMA Electric, Heating & Cooling
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

It is not recommended to drill into asbestos siding because doing so can release hazardous asbestos fibers into the air. The safest way to handle asbestos-containing materials is to have a professional remove or encapsulate them.

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.

It can be safe to live in a house with asbestos as long as the asbestos-containing materials are intact, in good condition, and not disturbed. Asbestos becomes dangerous only when its fibers are released into the air, which happens if the material is damaged, crumbling, or disturbed during renovation work. If you suspect asbestos is present, do not disturb it. Instead of removal, materials in good condition can sometimes be encapsulated. It is recommended to have regular professional inspections to monitor the condition of the asbestos and prevent health risks from potential exposure.

It is strongly advised not to touch or disturb asbestos-containing materials unless necessary. Asbestos fibers can be released into the air when the material is damaged or disturbed, posing serious health risks if inhaled. It is best to leave any handling of asbestos to trained professionals who can remove the asbestos safely.

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