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May 12, 2026

Was asbestos used in drywall? Yes, primarily in joint compound from 1930s–1977. Guide to testing, NYC ACP-5 requirements, and pre-1985 renovation implications.

May 12, 2026

Air duct mold removal in NYC costs $2,000–$10,000. Guide to assessment, remediation process, moisture source diagnosis, and why duct cleaning isn’t enough.

May 12, 2026

Attic mold inspection in NYC costs $400–$900 and identifies both the mold and its moisture source. Guide to signs, process, costs, and remediation next steps.

May 12, 2026

Asbestos popcorn ceiling removal in NYC costs $5–$15/sq ft and takes 3–4 weeks from inspection through clearance. Guide to ACP-5/ACP-7 filings and removal options.

April 7, 2026

Learn NYC Local Law 31 lead paint inspection requirements, XRF testing, thresholds, costs, and what property owners must do in 2026.

April 7, 2026

Learn how to identify asbestos floor tiles and black mastic in NYC buildings, plus testing requirements and what to do before renovation.

April 7, 2026

Learn why asbestos test kits aren’t valid for NYC permits, what ACP-5 requires, and how compliant asbestos testing works.

April 7, 2026

Identify asbestos insulation in NYC buildings including pipe wrap, spray-applied, vermiculite, and duct insulation. Learn what to look for.

April 7, 2026

Learn what asbestos looks like in NYC buildings, including insulation, tiles, ceilings, and siding, plus what to do if you find it.

March 5, 2026

Mold remediation costs in New York can range from a few hundred dollars for small surface issues to tens of thousands for structural contamination. This guide explains how remediation pricing actually works by breaking down the major cost drivers: affected area size, material type, building location, containment requirements, and disposal volume. It also outlines the full NYS Article 32 cost structure—including mold assessment, remediation planning, licensed contractor work, and post-remediation clearance testing—so property owners can estimate the real total project cost before remediation begins.