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Clawback, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Winchester-center, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Gary is very professional and knowledgeable. He explained the procedure and gave me the date when I would get the results back from the asbestos test which came right on time."
Mold Inspection
Infrared image shows mold
Drywall Mold
Mold of Kitchen Lighting Fixture
Mold Remediation in Progress

+8

Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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First Call Restoration
4.9(
12
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Serving Winchester-center, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well. Initial price quote was competitive and adjusted downward when it was discovered that there was less damage than anticipated. Personnel were professional, friendly.and easy to work with. Very prompt service to address my emergency.. I'm very pleased and would certainly use them again."
First Call Restoration has weekly training as well as daily meetings.
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Thermal Imaging shows water.
Without Thermal Imaging. Knowing where the water is prevents mold growth.
Mike is a Hygienist among his 20 plus Certifications.

+3

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Abatement Solutions LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Winchester-center, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Abatement Solutions, LLC, is a privately-owned company with its headquarters located in Cheshire, Connecticut. Our management and staff have extensive experience of over 25 years in the environmental remediation industry which includes asbestos abatement, lead paint, and hazardous material removal. Since our founding, we have engaged in the environmental remediation, construction, and management of some of the largest and most technical projects to date.\n\nAbatement Solutions attributes its steady growth to staff and client satisfaction. We have worked tirelessly to create an outstanding reputation in the environmental industry and amongst the companies that have trusted us to handle their projects. We are committed to quality service, innovation, competence, safety, and the use of state-of-the-art equipment.\n\nOur team have successfully completed compliant, on-time and at budget projects to some of the nation’s largest and most respected companies, shopping malls, educational facilities, and government agencies. Our projects have taken us throughout the Connecticut.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for asbestos testing projects in Winchester-center, CT

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.