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Pro Spex Home Inspection Services
4.9(
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Serving Middle River, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Robert was very helpful, knowledgeable, and courteous. I sometimes felt as if he were inspecting his own home, that's how much care he demonstrated."
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Highland Home Inspections LLC
4.9(
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Serving Middle River, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I walked through the inspection with Kevin and he did a fine job explaining all his findings."
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Stop Leak Foundation Restoration Specialists Inc
4.9(
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Serving Middle River, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very pleased with customer service. Rich came out quickly and gave estimate. I called back on a Tuesday to schedule and work was completed on Friday. The on-site team did a great job and were very nice and kept the worksite clean. I would definitely recommend their services."
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FAQs for asbestos testing projects in Middle River, MD

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.