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• <div><p>Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.</p></div>

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Reviewed in February 2025
Family with kids watch out! They do not do testing after completely work! Had professional come in.. which cost me $3,000 from a US certificated lab. Any who would like see the results can email at [email protected]. They took money from my insurance company for a rebuild, which was not...
M.A. Restoration, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2022
Definitely recommend, hard working and amazing results!!! Highly highly recommended
Master's Touch Painting
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Reviewed in October 2021
Superior service! The price was perfect! Shaq is a perfect gentleman! Please call him for your plumbing needs!
Thumbs Up Plumbing and Drain Clearing, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2021
Wow!!! What an amazing company!!! Kerry came out the same day we called and performed a very thorough inspection and testing of the affected areas. He was professional, knowledgeable, and thorough. We are very confident about him and his company. He left no stone unturned and we will definitely...
MicroGARD
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Reviewed in September 2021
Wow...I mean if you are looking for a mold specialist look no further...HIRE THEM!!! I received same day, extensive testing and help from a knowledgeable, extremely professional individual (Kerry). The testing was very thorough and we now feel confident that our home will be safe. We received...
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Reviewed in June 2021
Austin Plumbing was great, on time, very responsive, work done in a timely manner and very cost effective. Didn’t need to clean up after them either. LOVE my new tub! Definitely recommend!
Austin Plumbing and Heating
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Reviewed in August 2018
Mike was professional and on time. He went right to work testing our damaged light fixture and repairing it so it could be used again. Appreciate the work he did and would definitely call for electrical service again.
Senesi Electric
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Reviewed in April 2018
Bo was very professional and easy to work with, we had the water tested and emailed him the results and he knew what we needed from there.
Shamrock Well and Pump, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2015
Frank was thorough, kind and very knowledgable. Every step of the way with Hearthstone was a pleasure. I highly recommend. They even took the water quality test a week early to accommodate my schedule, money requested. Every subcontractor was also great!
Hearthside Fireplace & Patio
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Reviewed in March 2010
We had to call and call to get All In One to take out the mechanical permit from our town for the work performed. We couldn't get the inspection without the permit and couldn't get the propane tank without the inspection. It took them a full week to get around to pulling the permit which cost us...
All Phase Heating & Cooling Inc
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Costs depend on property size, test types, and additional services like mold sampling.

There are products that still contain asbestos, but they were typically installed decades ago. Common places where you may still find asbestos-containing materials are in siding, wrapped around ductwork, in older appliances (i.e., stove and gravity furnaces), and in floors. Asbestos was primarily used as an insulator, so anywhere in an older home where you lose heat is where you will most likely find asbestos.

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.

Hiring a professional for mold and toxic material testing ensures precise identification of harmful substances within a home. Professionals utilize specialized equipment and techniques, providing accurate results that inform proper removal strategies, safeguarding occupant health.

Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.

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