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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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Last update on April 07, 2023

Reviewed in April 2023
Very thorough. Mr. Waterworth does wonderful work.
Waterworth Power Washing LLC
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Reviewed in March 2022
Lisa was straightforward and knows the business. We were able to ask her about a number of aspects of the process and how to use the information she provided. The comparison houses she used to evaluate our house seemed ver pertinent.
McKay Appraisal, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2019
Great . Misty responded to my request for a home inspection for a home I was interested in purchasing. I met with her at the home where she pointed out a few things of concern. Later that night she had a full detailed report with photos available for me online . I thought she was very nice and...
Four Corners Home Inspection
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Reviewed in April 2018
i checked out quite a few inspectors and was looking for not just a home inspection but also a radon test. this company had the best price on the combined requested services by a pretty decent margin. the report given was very detailed, with color pictures that was very well organized so it...
Hero Home Inspection
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Reviewed in September 2017
Dan was on time and explained what he was going to do. He answered all of my questions as I followed him around. He also did the radon testing. I would definitely recommend him. I had a very good experience with him.
Trust Real Estate Advisors
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Reviewed in February 2017
Dan was on time and explained what he was going to do. He answered all of my questions as I followed him around. He also did the radon testing. I would definitely recommend him. I had a very good experience with him.
Trust Real Estate Advisors
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Reviewed in July 2015
Contacted the vendor to provide a well and septic inspection for selling our house. Our real estate agent contacted the vendor several times to get a copy of the completed inspection and water test results. We had informed the vendor that this was a time sensitive matter, but there seemed to...
The Country Plumber
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Reviewed in January 2015
After they did the diagnostic test. The hot tub no longer worked at all and they said the motor was old and needed to be replaced. Before they came out the hot tub was leaking a little bit, but not too badly, after they worked on it and left the leak had become much, much worse than it was...
BACHMANN POOLS & SPAS LLC
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Reviewed in June 2014
<p>After purchasing a new wall oven from Home Depot East Madison, their installer measured the existing oven cutout incorrectly and told me that I should get a smaller oven. I knew this was wrong as I had measured the cutout and cabinet depth myself previously and knew that only a small strip...
Action Plumbing Heating ,and Electric
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Reviewed in December 2013
I wanted an assessment of my home to determine how to improved energy efficiency with recommendations regarding priority of any work identified. The 10 page report exceeded my expectations in that it provided detailed information of the pros and cons of methods to deal with ventilation and...
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

While it's possible to cover asbestos tile with carpet, it's not recommended. Encapsulating tile beneath carpet doesn't eliminate the health risks. Over time, the asbestos tiles could degrade, releasing fibers into the air and potentially contaminating the carpet. Disturbance during carpet installation or removal might also release fibers.

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.

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.

Services test for allergens, mold, VOCs, and carbon monoxide levels to ensure a healthy indoor environment.

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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