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Review on Asbestos Test Kit Business Included by Bernardino Suazo

Revainrating 5 out of 5

peace of mind; its worth it!

Wanted to know if the 1953 farmhouse linoleum, like many other floors, had asbestos on it. For the same reason I decided to test other finishes. Also of concern is the dirt around the house, for it was covered with the famous asbestos tiles, as there were (still are) millions of homes, especially in hot climates. It turned out that there was no asbestos in any of the samples, except in the wall, which had it not been damaged we wouldn't even have checked! We now know that certain precautionary measures are necessary when repairing and that the damage must be lived with until it is repaired! How easy was it? First, let's say how inexpensive it was to get this information. So worth knowing, especially with grandchildren around! The kit was very basic, with an instructions packet, sample packets with required labeling and a <1" sample, and a cover letter for submission in the manual listing all the samples, plus a padded return envelope with a return address. When your kit arrives, register at the web address provided to receive your own identification number, which is included with all samples and is listed on the submission form. At that point they will receive your phone number and email address. As instructed, we completed the identification of each sample, listing them on the return form and sealing everything in a return envelope. Then it went to the UPS store to have it shipped overnight (our choice - expedited shipping) with a tracking number. As soon as the samples arrived at the company, I received a nice message! Within 24 hours I had a full report on all samples; doubly pleasant. If you are unsure whether your old home has asbestos in building materials, as you usually do, send in the most representative sample you can collect. Asbestos is used in many building and even plumbing materials. You will have an idea of your effect and possibly save someone's health in the future.

Pros
  • Laboratory supplies and consumables
Cons
  • Slightly wrinkled