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Controlled Asbestos
5.0(
5
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Serving Bouton, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Controlled Asbestos responded quickly to my inquiry, scheduled an appointment in a timely manner, arrived exactly on time, and thoroughly answered all of my questions. It was a pleasure doing business with this company!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Moldlab
4.7(
352
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Serving Bouton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I received the testing kit in just a few short business days with all of the necessary items to perform a quick test on the mold I had present in my home. I followed the easy directions and sent the tests back in. I got the results within 5 business days or so and they were very detailed. It was helpful to learn exactly what type of mold I was dealing with and at a low cost. Much cheaper and faster than what a lot of the local companies wanted to charge me! ($450) <br />"
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc
4.8(
347
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Serving Bouton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc. sent a package with 2 vials and instructions for collecting the samples.  I collected the samples as instructed, completed a questionnaire, and returned the sample vials as instructed.  A week or two later they sent the analysis.  Everything went as expected.  There were no problems. <br />"
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Iowa Mold Removal, LLC
4.7(
11
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Serving Bouton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the best company I have interacted with for this service. They did everything I needed from the evaluation to the demolition and rebuild of the basement. The communication between the workers and client is phenomenal. They make sure everyone is on the same page on what to expect every step of the way. They answered all of our questions thoroughly and in a way we could understand. They provide very fair pricing for the quality of service they provide. They keep the area clean as they work and make sure to clean up well at the end of the day as well. They are very knowledgeable and keep the clients' health and safety as a priority, and is very considerate of your time. They listen and help come up with a solution to resolve the issue that fits your situation and keeps your interests in mind. We were initially scheduled to start work a week after he actually ended up getting us in. I felt very comfortable hiring them to complete the work and I would highly recommend them going forward."
Recommended by90%of homeowners
aMOLDdetective
4.0(
5
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Serving Bouton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had mold on the ceiling of our kitchen due to a previously leaky toilet. Because we have a newborn and toddler in the house, we were concerned with the type of mold that it was and if we needed to remediate ASAP. David was great...he walked through the possibilities and conducted an air quality test to determine the type of mold we were dealing with. He called immediately with the results once they were returned. Note: he will NOT remediate but merely assess if mold is present and the type of mold if it's there. We likely could have conducted the test ourselves since we knew there was mold, but he did provide peace of mind. <br />"
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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FAQs for asbestos testing projects in Bouton, IA

Asbestos appears as long, thin, or curled mineral fibers that are not visible to the naked eye under normal conditions. Homes constructed before 1989 are more likely to contain this material, so a professional inspection is essential. Because asbestos identification requires specialized techniques, having a certified inspector assess your property is the safest way to confirm its presence and protect your family’s health.

Free asbestos testing services do not exist. You can purchase testing kits online for $30 per unit, and these kits include lab fees, return shipping, consultation, sampling media, and the final results. The results from a kit are less detailed and accurate than those provided by a certified asbestos testing professional. Since collecting a sample exposes you to harmful fibers, hiring a professional is essential to ensure safety and accurate testing.

Receiving asbestos test results takes one to seven days, but different labs offer varying turnaround times. When expedited processing is arranged, the laboratory completes analysis within 24 hours; standard processing requires up to two weeks. Hiring a certified professional ensures that all samples are collected correctly and results are provided without delay, safeguarding your home throughout the process.

Home insurance doesn't often cover asbestos testing and removal. Many policies have a clause called a "pollution exclusion," which means they do not cover indoor pollutants like asbestos. However, your insurance company might cover something like asbestos siding removal costs if it is released due to things beyond your control, such as storm damage.

If a DIY project or accident in your home releases harmful fibers, you must pay for the test and removal.

Yes, you can legally inspect and remove asbestos in your house as long as it's a single-family home and not a multi-family unit. However, the EPA strongly recommends hiring an asbestos abatement pro since testing can be dangerous.

Pros have all the right tools and safety equipment, and you risk breathing in the fibers by taking samples yourself. They also know how to collect samples and safely dispose of materials properly.

Asbestos encapsulation is a process that seals asbestos-containing materials with a protective barrier to prevent the release of harmful fibers. It serves as an alternative to complete removal when full abatement is not necessary. Encapsulation costs between $2 and $6 per square foot, offering a cost-effective option that contains asbestos safely when applied by a certified professional.