How do I prepare for asbestos testing?

• <div><p>Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.</p></div>

Do all popcorn ceilings have asbestos?

• <div><p>No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.</p></div>

What year did they stop putting asbestos in linoleum?

• <div><p>Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.</p></div>

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Last update on January 29, 2024

Reviewed in January 2024
Got the postcard in the mail. Called into Nuvia and got my water test set up. Not sure why so many bad posts on the postcard but we got exactly what we were promised. James came over and did the test very informative and we got our gift cards. we ended up getting the whole house system...
Nuvia Water Technologies, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2020
Paul replied to my testing request promptly plus I received the testing results quickly.
PSR Environmental Consulting Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2019
EXCELLENT! I can not be more pleased with a more professional company than Interior Professional. Antonio took the time to explain and provide a detailed invoice of the work to be performed. He said that if I had any questions, to feel free to ask them and that's what I did. I must have emailed...
Interior Professional Heating and Air
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Reviewed in August 2018
They came out to check for molds in our house, they weren't able to identify, testing and checks has been done and turns out to be negative. Couldn't locate the mold issue, and we just let it go this time. They were very helpful, polite and easy to work with, they showed me all the results of...
1-800 WaterDamage
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Reviewed in June 2018
Paul was extremely helpful with any questions that I had regarding the setup and use of the sprinkler system. He answered my calls or tests right away, and also did a follow up check of the project afterward.
Promised Land
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Reviewed in August 2017
I don't know what we would have done without Pulido and their wonderful crew. I live with my elderly mother. We found that we had an extensive water/mold problem throughout most of our home due to previous shoddy repairs by an unprofessional contractor/restoration company recommended by our...
PULIDO CLEANING & RESTORATION
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Reviewed in April 2015
Left message, no return call. Asked for test results of the water, 2 weeks ago, still have yet to see, asked again, nothing. Seems all pool services dont check the chemicals correctly, ask yours if they check for the calcium hardness! its ruining my new pool cause its too low.
Edy Fernandez Pool Service - Inicio Facebook
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Reviewed in November 2014
I had my new home tested for asbestos by another company and it came out positive. I have two kids and was really upset about this. I hired KB Environmental to remove asbestos and have abatement done on it so that that my home would be clear and free of asbestos. While KB Environmental was...
KB Environmental, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2013
I have been having a terrible time getting a hold of the company and getting the test results for the types of mold growing in my rental property. My insurance company really wants the information and an estimate for what it would take to handle this mold problem. They have had the test...
Sky Blue Restorations
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.

Common areas include insulation, flooring, ceilings, and siding in older buildings. Professionals identify potential risks.

It is not recommended to drill into asbestos siding because doing so can release hazardous asbestos fibers into the air. The safest way to handle asbestos-containing materials is to have a professional remove or encapsulate them.

No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.

Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.

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