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Alpha Environmental Services Inc
4.7(
113
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Alpha Environmental Services to remove mold in our attic. They responded quickly to our emails and were able to complete the work right away. They explained the procedures thoroughly and kept us informed with before-and-after photos. Friendly, knowledgable, and reasonably priced, I would definitely recommend this company."
Heating Oil Tank
Radon Reduction System
Removal of Underground Tank
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Abate Right, Inc.
4.9(
15
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Lawrence did a great job, was quick and thorough, and answered questions authoritatively and patiently. Plus they managed to come up next-day. Grateful for the good service!"
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Roof Masters Inc
4.7(
70
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Well, we got a new roof. Was it stress free? No. They stripped off the shingles on a Friday, leaving us to wonder over the weekend whether they were going to replace the tarpaper, or not. They did indeed replace the underlayment on Monday. They stripped the roof on Friday, including all the attic vents and flapper vents, leaving them open and exposed over the weekend. We asked them to cover the holes to prevent squirrels or birds from entering, and they promised to do so, but ultimately didn't cover them. Not sure if a family of squirrels is living in my attic or not. I hope not. We're they punctual? No. The Willamette Valley was going through a miserable heat wave, and they were way behind on other projects. They asked if they could start at 7am or earlier, and even though it meant getting our dogs up a lot earlier than usual, we agreed. After all, safety first, and my wife and I were both on the roof the weeks prior doing some painting, and were were definitely sympathetic. But on Friday and Monday, they didn't arrive until 9:30am, so all that was for naught. Tuesday they started at 8:10am, and Wednesday, they actually did start at 7am. All told, it took 4 days, with a weekend in the middle. Were they good at cleaning up? Not really. After the first day, we found about a dozen nails in the driveway, parking strip, lawn, and flower beds. Little bits to tarpaper all over. After that, we insisted that that everything be tarped. But of course the tarps were full of holes, and not effective. Instead of sweeping up the dusty bits from the shingles (as recommended by the Malarkey Factory), which I understand contain lots of silica and other hazardous matter, they used a leaf blower from the roof to scatter it all over the place. That means they blew that stuff all over my vegetable garden. The excuse provided was "if we had to sweep, it would have added an extra day". More disappointing, is that I didn't think about our new AC compressor - I didn't put plywood over it until the 2nd day, so it's now full of bits of stuff. I would have expected they would have taken care of that. They did work really **** ** the last day cleaning up. But I'm still not parking in our driveway until my new nail sweeper arrives from Amazon this week. Did they do what I would consider a 'quality job'? Did I see evidence of pride in workmanship? Not really. We have concerns regarding the drip edge being wide enough on the fascia where the gutters go. They installed 1.5" drip edge on the gutter fascia, and on a run of 20+ feet, I have reservations whether that is sufficient to allow for enough slope in the gutters, and still protect the fascia. His excuse was "that's how we've done it for thirty years". I don't buy it. The reason I don't buy it is they brought a bunch of 3x3 drip edge the first day, but it was the wrong color, so they didn't use it. So I know it exists. The cuts on most of the drip edge corners are about 1 to 2" inches apart. His excuse was "the gutter will hide it". On the very front of the house - the thing people see first, they spliced in a 1 foot piece of drip edge (looks awful) - and didn't even cut it at the same angles! See pictures. No visible evidence of pride in workmanship on this project. But we do have a new roof, and I'm glad this is behind us."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for asbestos testing projects in Salem, OR

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.