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Campbell County Pressure Washing LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
Iâ m so glad I finally found a company to drill hole in my granite for my soap dispenser.
Artisans of Stone, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2023
They were very professional and very detailed in their work. Extremely satisfied with the results!
The Carpet Cleaning Crew LLC
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Reviewed in November 2022
Alpha1 Refinish is an honest business that does what they say. Their work is excellent; we highly recommend them.
Alpha 1 Refinish
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Reviewed in August 2022
My tech’s name is Junior. He is a soft-spoken professional who knows his craft. Next Plumbing was quick to respond, and I will hire them again in the future.
Next Plumbing
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Reviewed in April 2017
I have an older A/C unit and they never tried to tell me I needed a new one. Instead, they quickly diagnosed the problem, fixed it, and tested it to ensure it was working properly. They then cleaned everything up perfectly and were done. Their fees and service hours are great too! Excellent...
RC Mechanical Service LLC
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Reviewed in September 2013
They assessed the battery and alternator. After they charged and tested the battery, it was determined that only a starter was needed. They replaced the started and assured my daughter that they guaranteed their work. We both were very pleased. <br />
Wood's Service Center
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Reviewed in September 2013
I am very pleased with the work that was done. It appears the problem areas have been addressed, though we haven't had any hard rain to give it a good test. I had asked him to provide pricing for additional work, but have not heard back. He seemed rather quiet/reserved. Maybe he was waiting...
All-In-One Home Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in July 2013
The technician came out and was extremely professional and courteous. I have 2 hot water heaters on a tandem system. One was approx 10 years old, the other 8. We did not have much hot water as one was completely burned out. John tested everything and gave me 3 options to repair,...
Wisler Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electric
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Reviewed in July 2013
Kinetico came out to my house to test my water. I live near the lake with well water and the previous home owners must've been more tolerant of lousy water than I am. The water smelled of sulfur, was brown when first turned on after not being used for any length of time, and left stains on all...
Kinetico Quality Water Systems
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Yes. Gutting a house to the studs may actually be a good option if you believe a home contains toxic materials like asbestos, mold, or lead paint. However, this must be done under the supervision of licensed remediation experts.

Since the EPA partially banned asbestos in 1989, it is no longer used to manufacture new siding in the United States; production had largely ceased by the early 1980s. Many other countries, such as Canada, Iceland, and Denmark, also have bans on asbestos. However, asbestos siding is still present in many homes built before the late 1980s. The only definitive way to know if your siding contains asbestos is to have it professionally lab-tested.

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.

The microscopic asbestos fibers do not cause eye irritation, throat irritation, or lung irritation. If you are inhaling fibers, you will not know it. This lack of immediate symptoms is one of the reasons why asbestos is so dangerous. You cannot know for certain if you are inhaling fibers, which is why you must wear safety gear if you could have any chance of an exposure while working.

Damaged tiles can release asbestos fibers into the air. Anyone in the surrounding area who may inhale the fibers will have them settled in the lining of internal organs. Over time, it may lead to serious health conditions such as lung cancer and mesothelioma.

The only safe way to prevent these conditions is to avoid exposure to asbestos at all costs, even for a short period of time.

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