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Atlantic Heating and Cooling Inc
4.9(
19
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Serving Longs, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a really good experience. Our A/C went out on the hottest day of the year (102 degrees). When we called, they indicated they were very busy, but we got a return call within one hour from their repair person who showed up 15 minutes after the call. He found two problems with the system, had the parts with him and completed the repair in 30 minutes. Also provided a lot of good information on the current status of our system and possible replacement options. He was able to initiate an annual contract which reduced the pricing on the service call by 10% on the spot. He did not try to sell us on any higher cost work or products. We appreciated his professionalism and the fast response time - this was timely, effective work at a reasonable price."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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KELPRO FIRE & WATER
5.0(
7
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Serving Longs, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed several projects done on our house starting with repairing loose wooden hand rails on the porch that had rotten and pulled loose from the concrete; and exterior door that had rusted and warped; and a window that also had some water and rot damage. They fixed the rail, put in a new exterior door and painted, and ordered a new wooden window and installed and painted it also. Work looks great and was done in a timely manner. We are planning to have them do more repairs around the house because they were so easy to work and communicate with and repairs were professionally done."
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FAQs for asbestos testing projects in Longs, SC

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.