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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 October 19, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
Very professional. Very reasonable. Very friendly. Went above and beyond. Pointed out and corrected other issues that were present. Kept the mess inside of the work area and then cleaned it all up. I would highly recommend AJ Plumbing .
AJ Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2024
I hired them to do the plumbing for my new addition (2 bathrooms). I did not have any issues passing inspection. Also they helped me out doing the final installation and cleaning service, I totally recommend them.
Darus Construction
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Reviewed in August 2024
Great! Excellent job! Very detailed! I will only use this company. So nice and professional!
Pro Classy Cleaning Services LLC
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Reviewed in February 2024
These painters are excellent. They have done several projects for me. One project was huge, they had to repatch repairs made by plumbing issues. The work was done one time and professional. Iâ ve referred them to many of my friends and family.
Funez Painting LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
Palmetto State Painting Pros did an excellent job with an interior project. They spent a significant amount of time and effort on the prep which showed on the final product. The ceilings, walls, and trim all look fantastic. Highly recommend.
Palmetto State Painting Pros
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Reviewed in January 2024
Our outdoor shower pipe froze, and ended up bursting. We made several fantic calls to many other local plumbers to no avail. Mr. Berry was the first one to answer and immediately came out. He was professional, and compassionate to our circumstances. He has a forever customer with me. Grades...
Herbs Plumbing
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Reviewed in March 2023
Very Professional! Responded quickly to my inquiry online. And got the inspection completed within the next couple days of me requesting service.
Black River Home Inspections
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Reviewed in November 2022
The first physical appt. with Sloan was on 9-29 which was a fill in appt because someone cancelled. That appt. cost $100 for service fee and an estimate of $377... A part was ordered and another appt acheduled. That appt revealed another part needed and was ordered and another appt on Oct. 24th....
Sloan Appliance Service
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Reviewed in August 2022
The professionalism and the depth of knowledge were clear from the moment the preliminary walk-around began. Don is an excellent inspector with an eye for detail and an honest assessment of the conditions as is. He makes sure to test every possible defect to the best of his ability and with a...
Dedicated Dependable Home Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2022
Excellent!!! Very professional and right on time. I called one night and they handled our situation with quality and speed! I would highly recommend them for all your plumbing needs!
Miller and Sons Plumbing, LLC
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

If you hire a dedicated asbestos inspector near you in addition to your local home inspector, it will cost between $200 and $800. If, however, your general home inspector happens to be certified as an asbestos inspector, they can charge you a smaller fee and tack on the cost to the home inspection. In general, home inspectors do not do physical testing, but will provide a visual assessment so you know what you are working with.

Asbestos has many beneficial properties, including fire resistance, strength, and chemical resistance. It is also an excellent insulator, which is why it was used in pipe insulation and other building materials for decades. For all its benefits, asbestos is dangerous for human health, which is why it was eventually banned from use in certain products.

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)

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