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Reviewed in July 2024
They were great. Even talked my husband through some basic test before they came out to try and save money. Had a new well pump installed in a few hours on a Saturday morning
First Choice Plumbing & Remodeling
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Reviewed in September 2023
We had the reverse osmosis put in for our drinking water. Then we had the whole house filtration system put in. Justin and Charlie tested our water for free and gave us the results. They were great in explaining everything about the water systems. We made an appointment to have the...
Clear Wave Water Solutions
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Reviewed in August 2023
Great company! Mr. Van Cleve took the time to educate me on my current water quality while testing it. He recommended a few great options, and installed my water softener the same day! My neighbors already have made appointments with him! Thank you, again!
VanCleve Plumbing, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
John KWOK was an excellent Plumber!! Quick and efficient. He tested and re-tested everything. A trusted plumber.
F.H. Furr Plumbing Heating AC & Electrical
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Reviewed in January 2019
They came out next day, did the work, made sure i was informed as the job went. Tested it , made sure I was satisfied and left no mess.
Mighty Handyman
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Reviewed in August 2016
We just both a house in Warrenton VA, with out knowing about the big issues with mold on our crawl space, attic and master bedroom. <br /> Medical Mold Relief, was very professional, they help us with the all our question and concerns ( sorry for the calls at 12am ) <br /> <br /> After the...
Medical Mold Relief LLC
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Reviewed in January 2014
Inspected oil tank. Great job! Gave me lots of peace of mind. Tested soil too.
Willard Environmental Group Inc
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Reviewed in November 2013
They were very thorough and very professional and they recommend quality people to remediate some issues they found. They turned the report to us in a few days. The results of the radon test were made available to us in about a week. They were accommodating with scheduling the appointment. ...
Secure Home Inspections LLC
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Reviewed in December 2009
We requested estimates and water testing around august for a new water treatment system for our newly purchased home. They came out tested the water and gave us an estimate for the cost of the new system. In October we were able to call and setup an install date. The install went great....
Quality Water
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Professionals use specialized equipment and techniques to detect asbestos, radon, and VOCs.

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.

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.

Asbestos-containing materials are not easily affected by water and do not disintegrate or dissolve when exposed to it. However, porous materials can deteriorate due to water exposure, leading to the release of asbestos fibers into the air. The settling of asbestos fibers can also occur as water makes them heavy, which reduces the risk of airborne exposure, though future disturbance of the materials could cause risk. Wetting asbestos-containing materials does not constitute safe removal, and the proper handling and disposal of asbestos materials should be left to professionals.

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.

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