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Carl Frank Industries Inc
5.0(
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Frank came out and looked at some suspected asbestos wrapping on ducts. He said it probably was asbestos, but, since it was in the basement, on the outside of the ducts, and not in terrible condition, it was safe to leave up unless I was having work done in that area. He said there was no need for me to send any money to encapsulate it at this point. I appreciated his honesty."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Ashburn Inspections, LLC
4.9(
64
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Michael performed our house inspection with radon testing and also recommended a camera for the sewer line which we did. Glad that we did because sewer line was clogged with roots and debris."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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AIR TECH ENVIRONMENTAL
4.9(
92
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We asked two companies to come to our church to give us quotes for mold removal. Don Culp represented the second company. He was friendly and it was immediately obvious that he was more knowledgeable than the representative from the first company. After reviewing the test results from a third party, he recommended that we not take any actions because none was necessary. He told us trying to clear the non-toxic mold would actually cause it to be airborne. We were surprised because this means he does not get paid. The first company gave us a quote that was quite expensive. Don explained everything throughout the process to help us understand why we did not need his service in this case. We will definitely use Air Tech Environmental in the future and will recommend them to our church members. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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EAGLE HOME INSPECTIONS
4.9(
80
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did everything and extensively! They took the time, went through it with us, as they were inspected, made recommendations on the spot, answered every question, and pointed out things along the way. Very professional, prompt and thorough. I would highly recommend them in a heartbeat. If I ever need anything again, Eagle Home Inspections will be the only ones i call! <br />"
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Moldlab
4.7(
352
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was frustrating. I bought the service because of an Angie's List promotion. When I received the package I opened it and saw what it was and set it aside. I was very busy and planned to get to it in a few days. I had to go out of town for a few days, then I had a ridiculous string of bad luck with multiple car breakdowns. I have a neuromuscular disease so everything I do is very difficult and exhausting. With so much happening, I forgot about the test kit. Then after a couple weeks I get a call from Mold Lab asking about the kit saying it was past the due back date and they were going to charge me $25 a day late fee on the pump. I was stunned! I opened the box and there was nothing inside saying it was due by a certain time. I re-read the Angie's List ad and there was nothing there either. The lady was very rude and kept interrupting me saying the same things over and over like maybe I would finally understand if she kept repeating it. I understood the first time. She wouldn't listen to understand I didn't know about the deadline but now that I was made aware of it I would do the testing that day and ship it that day. What else could I do? That wasn't good enough she had to repeat her lecture a few more times. After sending it in I was told I would receive a text when it was complete and I would receive an email with results within a few days. After a month I called and the same lady answered. She claimed to have sent an email, but didn't know the date and told me to check my junk mail folder. I checked everywhere but had no record of it. I explained I hadn't received the text either, she had no response for that. So she sent an email while we were on the phone and I received it immediately. I printed out the results but without the proper training or experience in laboratory sciences it was basically useless."
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc
4.8(
347
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc. sent a package with 2 vials and instructions for collecting the samples.  I collected the samples as instructed, completed a questionnaire, and returned the sample vials as instructed.  A week or two later they sent the analysis.  Everything went as expected.  There were no problems. <br />"
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Mold Medics
5.0(
16
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are family owned and operated and are proud to call the northern suburbs of the 'Burgh home for generations. We are pleased to be able to provide our friends and neighbors with an excellent set of services for all of your Mold concerns! We all want our homes to be safe and healthy places for our families to grow and thrive, unfortunately sometimes our homes can be plagued with issues that are difficult to remedy and costly to resolve. The good news is that we are here to help! Utilizing cutting edge technology we are able to provide services for mold issues that are cost-effective, non-intrusive and will revolutionize the way you breathe. There are others in the market that provide services similar to ours, but we are the first focusing on doing it the safe and effective way! So whenever you have any Indoor Air Concerns, just call the Mold Medics. You'll be glad you did! Mold Remediation Mold naturally occurs in nature, but an excessive amount in your Pittsburgh home can ruin your air quality and endanger your health. Mold Medics has the training necessary to find and remove excess growth from common areas, including: Bathrooms, Basements, Crawl Spaces, Attics, Ventilation Systems, Cabinets, Carpeting, Window frames, and more Don’t wait until your mold problem is out of control to call Mold Medics. We are ready to provide you with effective mold remediation treatment today! Think there may be mold in your Pittsburgh home? Bring in the professionals at Mold Medics for testing to make sure. We strive to identify and deal with mold in your residence before it becomes a problem. Our team of highly trained technicians comes to your home to complete surface and air sampling, determining the severity of your mold presence and how it’s affecting your air quality.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for asbestos testing projects in Pittsburgh, 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.