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• <div>According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from 10 to 40 years for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure. Risk factors also include:<ul><li>Amount of exposure</li><li>Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers</li><li>Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos</li><li>Genetic factors </li><li>Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)</li></ul></div>

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Last update on August 23, 2021

Reviewed in August 2021
Very helpful and the results were delivered when promised
Rock Home Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2021
Great work. Bricks and driveways look so much better when they’re clean! The Water Worx team members are timely and courteous, too.
Water Worx Pros
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Reviewed in December 2020
So much for good reviews on Angie's List. I have heard Mr Cardwell on the WVOC Home Show and checked Angie's List. I have been a long time member and until now, I cannot recall being so disappointed. We need a repipe as we are in an old home showing and the pipes are showing serious signs of...
Freedom Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in June 2020
Trey was very respectful and worked around my busy schedule. He was able to get a mold test done for me quick.
Environmental Mold Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2019
I was very well pleased by their service. My unit is older and I was advised to replace it and was told about the ways All American could help me. The tech removed the ice, cleaned up the unit and tested to see that it was functioning properly. He went above the call of duty.
All American Heating and Air
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Reviewed in December 2017
We saw immediate results and the pipe did drain on our initial tests. I believe this problem will rear its head again, but Kevin did everything that could be done in the meantime. Kevin and his receptionist, Erin were both polite and professional.
Crew Plumbing & Drain
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Reviewed in September 2015
<ol> <li>Excellent family owned pest control business. Every person I dealt with was professional, highly qualified, and prompt. I am a very picky consumer. I research everything. I ask questions. I verify license information. I asked to see full details on the chemicals which would be...
Walker Pest Management
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Reviewed in April 2015
The work went extremely well. I love the way the shelf looks. The "Handy Duck" was on time and performed the job in the allotted time of three (3) hours for which I purchased. I have other projects and plan to use him again. This was the "test" to see exactly how he would perform and I was...
"The Handy Duck"
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Reviewed in April 2014
Great job running through each water cycle to test for accurate water coverage, and the heads were3 working properly. 4-5 heads needed replacing, and we are set for spring! 
Busy Bee Lawn Care & Sprinkler Repair
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Reviewed in April 2013
They explained what tests they were completing and even went into my attic. When they were not 100% sure of their findings the first time, they came back a second time to test for mold in my home. It was a pleasure working with this company. 
Biotek Environmental, Inc.
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According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from 10 to 40 years for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure. Risk factors also include:

Amount of exposure
Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers
Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos
Genetic factors
Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)

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.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned the use of asbestos pipe insulation in certain applications in 1975. It released further bans in 1989 and 2019. While asbestos pipe insulation was common from the 1930s to 1970s, its use fell off after the 1970s due to public concern and the EPA's actions.

Asbestos is absolutely cancerous. In fact, around 4% of all lung cancer cases are the result of asbestos exposure. This is why we recommend a full, professional removal and cleaning of any asbestos found in your home. If you are unsure whether there is any present, you should call a pro who will inspect your property.

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.

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