How do you identify asbestos tiles?

• <div><p>If you can locate building records, you may be able simply to see what type of tiles (or bonding agent) was used. Any flooring made between 1950 and 1989 more than likely contains asbestos. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-tell-if-you-have-asbestos-floor-tile.htm">Asbestos tiles</a> can also be slightly thicker than other tiles and often measure 9” x 9”, 12” x 12”, and 18” x 18. Black mastic was a commonly used adhesive that contains asbestos.</p></div>

Can I clean an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div><p>If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-asbestos.htm">how to clean asbestos</a> safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.</p></div>

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Q: Does knob and tube wiring have asbestos?

• <div><p>Knob and tube wiring is an older type of electrical wiring that's no longer used and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/knob-and-tube-electrical-wiring-safe.htm">generally not considered safe</a>. However, some homes still have it, or may have a knob and tube wiring system that was incorrectly modified or rigged to work with a modern electrical system. Knob and tube wiring may contain asbestos insulation, but the only way to know is to have the material professionally tested.</p></div>

Q: Is asbestos still used in siding?

• <div><p>Since the EPA partially banned asbestos in 1989, it is no longer used to manufacture new siding in the United States; production had largely ceased by the early 1980s. Many other countries, such as Canada, Iceland, and Denmark, also have bans on asbestos. However, asbestos siding is still present in many homes built before the late 1980s. The only definitive way to know if your siding contains asbestos is to have it professionally lab-tested.</p></div>

Q: How much does asbestos testing cost?

• <div><p>The cost for asbestos testing typically ranges from $400 to $800. The final price depends on several factors, including the number of samples needed, the size and age of the property, and the professional's expertise required for comprehensive testing. Larger or older properties may have higher costs.</p></div>

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Kevin Rex and Thomas are the Most Experienced, Professional, Diligent, Determined Punctual, Dependable and Likable Plumbers/Tradesmen we’ve ever worked with. My 86-year-old Mother bought a 50-year-old house with same owners for 50 years who had never updated nor maintained any of the toilets,...
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Reviewed in September 2021
Michael provided a reasonable quote to test our kitchen, dining room and entryway paint for lead and the floor for asbestos ($360). He was both prompt and courteous, and the results were delivered when promised. We were very happy to do business with him.
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Reviewed in December 2017
He was meticulous with repairing my oven. He came in and tested everything. He cleaned up, and he really knew the work with repairing the oven. He finished the work quickly and thoroughly and now I can bake cookies!
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Reviewed in May 2017
test results were not made available till I contacted Orin 4 days after testing done.
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The tub spout adapter that was not making a good seal was replaced with a more permanent one that was soldered to the supply line to the tub. Claudio replaced the tub spout, and caulked around the spout. He inspected and tested his work to make sure that the leak was addressed.
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Ed did a very thorough home inspection and mold test. He would explain each step he was doing and answer any and all questions we had, Very professional and right on time with his inspection report the next day as promised and the mold test results were even a day earlier than expected. Highly...
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When you think your swimming pool is leaking water, you panic! <br /> I called 2 different leak detection companies. With the first company, I was told that a technician would not come out if the leak was less than a quarter of an inch per day. So I called American Leak Detection for a second...
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Very well. Failed test at another shop and they recommended I go to Jays and a Gold Seal shop. They quickly diagnosed the issue, replaced the components and conducted the successful smog test/ <br />
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On July 23-26, 2013 we had College Works repaint our home. Eddie worked with us on the initial estimate, and <br /> Karina oversaw the work to completion. <br /> Eddie was thorough in his initial estimate, providing <br /> options for us to consider such as “easy eaves”, and engaged Karina...
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If you can locate building records, you may be able simply to see what type of tiles (or bonding agent) was used. Any flooring made between 1950 and 1989 more than likely contains asbestos. Asbestos tiles can also be slightly thicker than other tiles and often measure 9” x 9”, 12” x 12”, and 18” x 18. Black mastic was a commonly used adhesive that contains asbestos.

If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn how to clean asbestos safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.

Knob and tube wiring is an older type of electrical wiring that's no longer used and generally not considered safe. However, some homes still have it, or may have a knob and tube wiring system that was incorrectly modified or rigged to work with a modern electrical system. Knob and tube wiring may contain asbestos insulation, but the only way to know is to have the material professionally tested.

Since the EPA partially banned asbestos in 1989, it is no longer used to manufacture new siding in the United States; production had largely ceased by the early 1980s. Many other countries, such as Canada, Iceland, and Denmark, also have bans on asbestos. However, asbestos siding is still present in many homes built before the late 1980s. The only definitive way to know if your siding contains asbestos is to have it professionally lab-tested.

The cost for asbestos testing typically ranges from $400 to $800. The final price depends on several factors, including the number of samples needed, the size and age of the property, and the professional's expertise required for comprehensive testing. Larger or older properties may have higher costs.

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