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Expert Profile: Jacob Persky

Expertise:  Environmental engineer. Knowledgeable about asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, indoor air quality, underground storage tank, and soil/air/water pollution issues for residential, commercial, and industrial facilities.

Experience in the area
8 years w/ environmental consulting and building inspections.

Education/Credentials
B.S. Bioengineering. Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) licensed Asbestos Professional, Lead Inspector & Risk Assessor.

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Prestige Points: 1020
Knowledge   9.97   Best of the best
Clarity of Response   9.97   Best of the best
Timeliness   10.0   Best of the best
Politeness   10.0   Best of the best
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Total Questions
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User Comments
He gave me a very informative answer, easy to understand and much faster than I ever expected. Thank you!
(Debbie on 11/21/08)
Very quick, concise and comprehensive response - I'm very grateful.
(Maria on 11/18/08)
Excellent information! Highly appreciated. Thanks!
(Mark on 09/27/08)
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Recent Answers from Jacob Persky
2008-11-21  asbestos:  I see no validity behind the claim that the heat from a reciprocating saw would inhibit fiber release more than another saw type. It is true that heat-removal of floor tile is an accepted method which...
2008-11-21  asbestos:  I think you are being precautious and that is good. Because this was an outside contractor, who should have professional liability insurance, I think that you should be able to take whatever steps you...
2008-11-14  possible asbestos cement:  It is hard to determine the likelihood of the material containing asbestos based upon your physical description of the material. I *think* you are describing is terracotta brick. See this photo and...
2008-11-11  Asbestos in older homes:  http://www.dir.ca.gov/databases/doshcaccsst/caccsst_query_1.html Input your city, leave the name and employer fields blank, and then click search. It will list all the licensed individuals with contact...
2008-11-11  Asbestos in older homes:  Check Yellow Pages under "Asbestos Consultants" or depending upon which state you live on, the State health department usually lists all of the licensed asbestos professionals on their website. If you...
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