Environmental Safety Cost Guides
For a healthy home, start by testing for and removing toxic materials like mold, radon, lead and asbestos. Testing averages between $300 and $600. Removal varies. Getting rid of unwelcome insects, pests and rodents averages $170 to $405. Keep your house and family healthy by installing air and water purifiers and preparing for bad weather. Check out the Cost Guides below for more details.
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Hire an Insect Control Service
(21,681 projects)
Average National Cost:
$173
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Remove or Exterminate a Rodent
(6,064 projects)
Average National Cost:
$331
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Hire a Termite Control Service
(6,003 projects)
Average National Cost:
$559
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Hire an Animal Control Service
(5,882 projects)
Average National Cost:
$351
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Test For Mold & Toxic Material
(5,586 projects)
Average National Cost:
$649
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Remove Mold and Toxic Materials
(5,298 projects)
Average National Cost:
$2,227
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Install a Water Treatment & Purification System
(4,337 projects)
Average National Cost:
$1,809
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Remove Radon Gas
(2,990 projects)
Average National Cost:
$971
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Remove Asbestos
(2,257 projects)
Average National Cost:
$1,977
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Repair a Water Treatment & Purification System
(2,108 projects)
Average National Cost:
$474
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Test For Asbestos
(1,816 projects)
Average National Cost:
$500
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Remove Bats From Your Home
(1,116 projects)
Average National Cost:
$406
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Test For Radon Gas
(973 projects)
Average National Cost:
$447
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Test Indoor Air Quality
(923 projects)
Average National Cost:
$422
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Install Lightning Protection
(603 projects)
Average National Cost:
$1,401
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Build a Disability Ramp
(571 projects)
Average National Cost:
$1,887
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Test For Toxic Lead
(358 projects)
Average National Cost:
$312
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Remodel for Disability Accommodation
(286 projects)
Average National Cost:
$4,235
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Repair a Humidifier
(216 projects)
Average National Cost:
$225
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Construct a Dry Well
(60 projects)
Average National Cost:
$3,198
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Earthquake Retrofit a Home
(49 projects)
Average National Cost:
$4,517
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Test Soil
(39 projects)
Average National Cost:
$1,246
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Remove Toxic Lead
(31 projects)
Average National Cost:
$2,963
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Repair Asbestos Siding
(18 projects)
Average National Cost:
$4,761
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Asbestos
There are many ways to test for the presence of asbestos in a home and while there are home kits available on the market that test for the presence of asbestos in certain materials, the extremely hazardous nature of asbestos dictates that you hire someone for testing and subsequent removal, if necessary. Some roofing and shingles are made of asbestos cement and houses built between 1930 and 1950 may have asbestos insulation. Asbestos could also be in paint, vinyl floor tiles, steam pipes and furnaces. Asbestos professionals can conduct home inspections, take samples of material, assess its condition, and advise about what corrections are needed and who is qualified to make these corrections. Remember, material in good condition doesn't need to be removed unless it is going to be disturbed. If removal is warranted, be prepared as in some cases, you may have to relocate while this is being done. Charges for these services can vary greatlyInterior and Exterior Modifications for Disability
Interior modifications like adding grab bars and handrails throughout the home, lowering cabinets and sinks, non-slip flooring, stair lifts, widening halls and doors, etc. can all be done by a qualified professional. You may also need to think about lowered toilets, thermostats installed at a lower height and even simple things like access to window treatments and easier to use door knobs. There are so many considerations based on the type of disability that it's difficult to narrow down here. Just know that your professional will have some great ideas and will be able to help you get started.If you need a wheelchair ramp or increased access to areas around your home or maybe even adding automatic gates for ease-of-use - your professional can do all this and more. Talk to your contractor about the disability and the activity level of the person needing the modifications and together you can come up with a customized solution for your home.
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