Where would asbestos be in my home?

• <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>

Do I have to worry about a new popcorn ceiling having asbestos?

• <div>No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-texture-drywall.htm">create a textured drywall ceiling</a> with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos. </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,...
Leak Stop Plumbing
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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.
Kurtis Environmental
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Reviewed in May 2021
Only walked through property. No testing , no tools. No more that what I did myself.
Genuine Air Quality
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Reviewed in January 2020
I didn't have a good experience. I thought I was paying for them to come out and test for mold. The charge was to come to look at the problem. It cost almost double to perform the test and then half again as much to actually run the test and get the results. Be very careful of your costs before...
Coastal Clean Air Services
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Reviewed in March 2016
When you think your swimming pool is leaking water, you panic! 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...
AMERICAN LEAK DETECTION - LOS ANGELES NORTHCENTRAL
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Reviewed in September 2013
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/ 
Jay's Automotive
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Overall I am happy with the way the bathroom turned out, just hoping it stands the test of time.
Construction Masters
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Reviewed in November 2009
Excellent work. He even assisted me with trying to find another type of contractor I needed and took it upon himself to have a filter made for my pump. He will also come back when I am ready to test the water flow of the fountain. Very nice person to deal with and very helpful.
GREEN CARE
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Many homeowners may never have to test their homes for asbestos. Asbestos particles are only dangerous if they become airborne. If you plan to do construction or notice damage to piping, siding, or drywall, you should hire a specialist to test for asbestos.

If you plan to remodel your home or have any concerns, you should have your home tested for asbestos just to be safe.

Since DIY asbestos removal isn’t the best option to save money, there are other steps that you can take to help cut costs when dealing with this project. After speaking with your asbestos removal expert, discuss if encapsulation is an option. If it is, you can save between 15% to 25% on overall project costs over demolition and disposal. In addition, when speaking with your professional, discuss if there are any tax credits available for your removal project. Finally, check with your homeowner’s insurance to see if any removal costs might be covered. However, be aware that this is usually only applicable if the asbestos is due to a covered incident, like a tree falling into your roof.

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

A professional indoor air quality inspection takes anywhere from one to three hours, depending on the size of your home and the number of necessary samples. After the test, the specialist will discuss the findings, but you won’t get a full written report for 2 to 10 days, though you can ask your pro to expedite the process, if needed.

No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still create a textured drywall ceiling with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos.

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