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ACI-Tech Inc
4.8(
48
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Steve quickly provided proposal and had work completed. Arranged follow up air quality test same day as removal. Sam was professional and made the extra effort to leave the area extra clean. Found ACi-TECH to be very responsive to questions and concerns."
Response time11 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Briggs Associates
4.5(
18
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Doug Ferry provided the services. He was professional, knowledgable and took his time to explain well both testing process, as well as interoperation of final results. He is sensitive to requests, and responds fast, and is highly professional. Would I work with him again? Absolutely. Would I recommend him? Without reservations."
Response time8 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Atlas Environmental Inspections
4.9(
84
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Hired for asbestos testing. Jason Dua explained everything thoroughly on the phone and even managed to save me about 30% off the initial quoted price by eliminating unnecessary tests. The technician, Manny was very personable as is Jason. Manny actually showed up early for the appointment. Definitely recommend Atlas."
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
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Roe Services, Inc.
4.5(
2
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

"John and his team recently helped us out with mold testing and remediation. They were wonderful! He was able to find mold in our hvac and in our attic. He was very quick to get a team to our house to fix the issue and they took all necessary precautions, sealing off the areas and using negative air pressure to properly remove and remediate the mold. John is extremely knowledgeable, professional and I felt that he really cared about my familyâ s health and making sure our issue was taken care of quickly and properly. I highly recommend him!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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EcoTech Restoration Solutions
4.6(
27
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mixed. A quick response for inspection (done by Bill) and scheduling for mold remediation, which was done by 2 workers (John and Jen) during the height of a heat wave. However, extremely poor follow-up regarding installation of a dehumidifier (if I'd known how simple this was, I would have ordered and done this myself - just plug it in, program a few super-easy settings and attach the drainage line). . I thought that the initial price for the remediation was fair, but I was advised that an easily available dehumidifier for ~$200.00 was not sufficient and I agreed to an allegedly higher-quality unit for $300.00. The remediation was done on a Saturday and a fan was left running until Monday evening. When John returned for the fan removal and some other follow-up work, he said that he would stop at The Home Depot on his way home to pick up the dehumidifier and that he would call me on the next day, but he NEVER called me. The office manager (Melissa) was on vacation and I left a phone message and tried to reach the company via the website for whomever was covering during Melissa's absence, but I did not receive a return call. I finally reached Melissa after her return. . More than 3 weeks after the fan removal, a temporary dehumidifier was hooked up (I was not told the reason for a delay regarding the "permanent" unit). The pump did not work, so I had to manually empty the unit twice daily for 9 days until the "permanent" unit was installed (which is very loud and runs 24/7, rather than cycling on and off). Subsequently, through online research, I discovered that this unit was available and in stock from a variety of sources for as low as $215.06 from Target.com - and I paid Eco Tech LLC $300.00 for what I was told was better than the $200.00 units. Two days ago, I e-mailed Bill about this, with no response. Last night, I forwarded that same e-mail to Melissa and, thus far (as of 1:30 p.m. during the weekday), I have not received any response from her or anyone else."
New Hope Project
Recommended by91%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.