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Atlas Environmental Inspections
4.9(
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2012

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I had a bad experience with a different company, and so, I was a little skeptical and wary when I started working with Jason. He was very patient with me, showed me all his credentials, took the time to explain what he would be doing and why, and otherwise showed me that he runs a competent and professional outfit. The type of test they took satisfied my insurance company and they even offered to let me pay after the test was done. In short, I am 100% satisfied with Jason and Atlas Environmental Inspections. It was great being able to work with such a great company after having had that previous bad experience."
Containment of a pipe before abatement
Large stairway containment
Testing floor tile before abatement
Proper containment in a school
 Tent procedure during a glovebag removal

+6

Response time2 days
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Radon-Rid LLC
5.0(
212
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very well. All were professional and friendly. Installation was clean. Test result prior to active mitigation was 38.4 and post active mitigation <.03 which is fantastic. Would highly recommend Radon-Rid."
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Artistic Masonry Co
5.0(
244
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perfectly. Carl met with me for a challenging problem/project I had previously hired (years ago) another contractor to solve/install. It involved installing a natural stone “stairway,“ with landings, on two small hills. The previous contractor did not succeed. Carl assessed and knew instantly what needed to be done, gave me a reasonable price, communicated effectively, always showed up on time with his crew and, at the risk of sounding hyperbolic, did a perfect job. Every member of his crew was customer and project focused. I already plan to welcome them back for another project elsewhere on my property."
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+6

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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ComfortSpec
4.9(
312
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I love working with a home inspector who is thorough. Joe was fabulous, explaining all details about appliances, furnace, mini splits, and other features of the home to my buyer. He performed a home and pest inspection. She feels comfortable to take on living in a 1910 home, the home that will be hers!"
InterNACHI Licensed Inspector
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Royal Water Damage Restoration
5.0(
106
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The gentleman of Royal water damage restoration were great. They came in and started right away removing the water. The following day they bought in fans and dry the basement out. I would definitely use them again. "
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+6

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Hometown Building Solutions Inc
5.0(
73
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike came out and explained everything thoroughly for me which was great. They came in less than a week later and it only took the day to get everything done plus a day or 2 of the air circulation. They were easy to contact and very professional. Hometown was about $400 less than a different company that gave me an estimate."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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atticrawl
4.9(
176
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Basit came to our home and explained the process in detail. His team was at our home within the hour. They taped everything well to avoid dust and contamination. They bagged and removed all the old insulation, sanitize the attic, and rodent proof the home from outside and inside. They were very professional & easy to work with."
Brand New Roof Install with Atticrawl!
Attic Insulation
Crawlspace Insulation Installation
Rodent Proofing Attic Fan
Crawlspace Encapsulation

+34

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for asbestos testing projects in Philadelphia, PA

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.