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Last update on October 18, 2022

Reviewed in October 2022
Kevin and Ricky called 30 minutes before they were due to be at my house to let me know they would be 15 minutes late. When they arrived they were very profession and began examining the wall behind where the dishwasher was. They did testing for moisture and mold and determined that they did not...
Armored Restoration
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Reviewed in January 2022
Fast work, very well priced, and got the job done. I had a flow problem following the work (sediment in the lines) which the promptly returned the following day to repair, at no additional cost to me. I’ll use them for my next project.
John's Waterproofing Co.
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Reviewed in February 2021
We think it went very well although I was not present when it was tested (my husband was). He told me that they were in a hurry to go soon after it was finished but they said they will send an invoice, at which time, we will send them a check.
On Electric
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Reviewed in November 2020
Make sure the mold inspector does ALL the tests the company asks to be done. Our report was delayed by more than a week because the inspector did not do one test. The company sent out a DIY kit for us to do the missing test. We requested it be shipped overnight but it was sent two days with no...
Mold Test Company OR
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Reviewed in May 2018
These guys are great. We ordered 2 single garage doors that saved us a lot over Costco - almost half the price - even with Costco's $350 rebate they had at the time. I'm sure there is some difference in the material, but what we received is fine for our needs, and there's probably not that much...
H&M Overhead Doors Inc
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Reviewed in September 2017
The work seems very professional and after yesterday's downpour "test", I feel confident that the leak is fixed.
Stutzman & Kropf Contractors Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2017
This is the second time I used these folks in a year. Good work, thorough, and responsive. Got radon test early, which was helpful in closing. Overall, good experience.
Pillar To Post Home Inspection
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Reviewed in January 2017
the oven did not work after a self-cleaning. The technicians took the oven out of the wall, identified that a sensor had overheated and had failed. They made a factory recommended modification to move the sensor away from the heat source, and replaced the sensor. A self-cleaning test run proved...
B&G Appliance
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Reviewed in January 2017
Although IRS was very responsive and efficient when it came to testing for asbestos they ignored multiple requests for the follow up abatement work. Although they did finally provide a quote via email I called and emailed asking for clarification and a quote for a variation on the job multiple...
IRS Environmental of Portland, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2009
They arrived on time and set directly to work. They installed all new hardware, tested the to ensure the toilets were anchored well, adjusted the water and flapper levels, and did a very nice job of cauling to ensure they were watertight.
Budget Rooter Plumbing Service
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If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn how to clean asbestos safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.

Asbestos fibers can stay airborne for 48 to 72 hours, depending on the home's ventilation. Fibers can linger longer in enclosed spaces with poor airflow. Because the fibers are microscopic, they can easily remain suspended, making them difficult to detect without professional equipment.

Through air sampling devices and surface swabs in key areas of concern.

Knob and tube wiring is an older type of electrical wiring that's no longer used and generally not considered safe. However, some homes still have it, or may have a knob and tube wiring system that was incorrectly modified or rigged to work with a modern electrical system. Knob and tube wiring may contain asbestos insulation, but the only way to know is to have the material professionally tested.

Services test for allergens, mold, VOCs, and carbon monoxide levels to ensure a healthy indoor environment.

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