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Avatar for Renewal with Grace, Inc.
Renewal with Grace, Inc.
5.0(
79
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Serving Howard Beach, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Worked efficiently and safely to remove asbestos. Excellent communication before and after the work was done."
Floors
Floor removal and installation
Dloor
Final
Fim

+46

Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Five Star Environmental, Inc.
4.7(
47
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Serving Howard Beach, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Five Star environmental Services for Air Testing our Asbestos Removal Project. They are very professional and knowledgeable in the environmental field. They Showed up on time and completed there testing exactly how they described the process to us. Besides Air testing they answered a lot of concerning questions we had and put our minds at ease. I wish there were more professional like Peter and his staff. This company, name speaks for it self 5*****"
Mold Remediation
Mold Remediation
Air Sampling in progress
Mold
Lead paint peeling away

+20

Response time4 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Phase 1 Restoration Inc.
4.7(
21
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Serving Howard Beach, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Men came earlier than scheduled,went right to work,and finished the job in about an hour. They were friendly and professional,answering my questions,and cleaning up afterwards.I highly recommend them.The price was almost 5 times less than the other company I got an estimate from. Highly satisfied.
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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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A Plus Asbestos Investigation Inc.
5.0(
2
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Serving Howard Beach, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"The owner of the company, Phil Tantella, spent time on the phone with me giving me lots of information beyond what his scope involved. He was so helpful and knowledgeable. Working with his company was a good experience from start to finish. The process takes time, and Phil stayed in touch, keeping me up-to-date so I could move forward with other planning."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AVM Environmental, Inc.
5.0(
22
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Serving Howard Beach, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The prices are reasonable and Ana was very helpful. I am extremely pleased with the asbestos testing service that was provided to me and my family."
Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Earthwatch Environmental Consulting Inc.
4.7(
17
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Serving Howard Beach, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and took the time to explain all aspects of the testing. I would highly recommend this company."
Wipe Sampling
Mold Sampling Photo
Asbestos Sampling
Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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FAQs for asbestos testing projects in Howard Beach, NY

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.