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• <div><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-can-i-tell-if-house-has-asbestos.htm">Asbestos</a> can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:<ul><li>Acoustic ceiling tiles</li><li>Furnace insulation</li><li>Home appliances</li><li>Fire-retardant clothing</li><li>Cement pipe</li><li>Pipe insulation</li><li>Wall and ceiling insulation</li><li>Vehicle brake pads</li><li>Vinyl flooring</li><li>Sprayed acoustic ceilings</li><li>Stove insulation</li><li>Patching compounds</li><li>Textured paints</li><li>Roofing shingles</li><li>Siding</li></ul></div>

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Reviewed in April 2023
I would give 0 star, if I can. The manager of this office, Mark Wright, handled my case. I simply only need an annual backflow test. The test failed the first time. I want to understand what is broken before paying more to repair. Mark can't explain clearly in the email or phone call what is...
Master Plumbing
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Reviewed in January 2022
Charles performed tests and investigated where a mold smell was coming from in our house. He spent a good amount of time educating us and talking with us. He took pictures and samples and will supply a written report. He was very thorough and professional.
ACR Environmental Consultants
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Reviewed in March 2021
My son was struggling with Math in the middle school. A friend recommended J since her son got excellent result from J's tutoring service. J quickly uncovered and addressed the fundamental limitations and offered a unique tutoring approach that was tailored to my son's learning requirement. As a...
studyBuddyJ.com
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Reviewed in April 2020
I hired PHRR for mold testing and removal in a single family home. I am overall quite pleased with the service and would be happy to hire them again. They performed all work in the expected timeframe, and were very accommodating in working around our difficult schedule.
Professional House Repair Restoration
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Reviewed in February 2020
The test results came a bit later than previously said. But they were responsive to my question and were on time to take samples.
My Pure Environment Santa Clara
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Reviewed in January 2020
I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking for testing and the removal process! Super nice and explained the process very clearly!
Mold Test Company Central CA
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Reviewed in March 2018
Doug cleared our clogged pipe; continued to test to make sure it remained clear, and left the bathroom cleaner then when he arrived. Great customer service.
Drain Service Techinician - Unlicensed Contractor
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Reviewed in February 2016
All our contact with Synergy was positive. They were responsive to our inquiry, promptly came out to provide a written estimate, and flexible about scheduling when we called back 3 weeks later (after comparing their price with other providers.) The crew that did the work was...
Synergy Co
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It is strongly advised not to touch or disturb asbestos-containing materials unless necessary. Asbestos fibers can be released into the air when the material is damaged or disturbed, posing serious health risks if inhaled. It is best to leave any handling of asbestos to trained professionals who can remove the asbestos safely.

If you think you’ve touched asbestos, do not put on a mask. This is important because you may take the asbestos fibers on your hands on trap them in the mask. Make your way to a sink and wash your hands thoroughly. Remove any clothes and seal them in a bag, then take a shower. Call your doctor and let them know you’ve been exposed to asbestos, and make sure you see them as soon as possible. The reason you keep the clothes is in case anyone wants to confirm the presence of asbestos.

Asbestos can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:

Acoustic ceiling tiles
Furnace insulation
Home appliances
Fire-retardant clothing
Cement pipe
Pipe insulation
Wall and ceiling insulation
Vehicle brake pads
Vinyl flooring
Sprayed acoustic ceilings
Stove insulation
Patching compounds
Textured paints
Roofing shingles
Siding

Yes. Gutting a house to the studs may actually be a good option if you believe a home contains toxic materials like asbestos, mold, or lead paint. However, this must be done under the supervision of licensed remediation experts.

There are products that still contain asbestos, but they were typically installed decades ago. Common places where you may still find asbestos-containing materials are in siding, wrapped around ductwork, in older appliances (i.e., stove and gravity furnaces), and in floors. Asbestos was primarily used as an insulator, so anywhere in an older home where you lose heat is where you will most likely find asbestos.

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