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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Reviewed in January 2026
We use Vernon to do asbestos testing on all our jobs that require demolition. He is very responsive and very professional. We highly recommend him.
S & B Environmental, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
This is a top-notch company. The Project Manager, Som was extremely kind, professional, and explained everything beforehand. He then came to do the testing promptly and told me heâ d have results within a day or two. As soon as results were in (positive for asbestos), he scheduled his crew...
Abatement Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2021
He was very nice and seemed to know what he was doing he made very helpful suggestions. The price was decent about average considering the others I spoke with. My problem is we received the inspection report after we were told when we wouldreceiveit. He told me over the phone about the water and...
Arthur Perez
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Reviewed in September 2021
Gary reacted immediately when i informed him the time was of the essence. He conducted the testing within several hours and we received the lab tests the following day. He fee was also better than several other services in the area. I've recommended him to my real estate brokers. Excellent...
Clawback, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2021
Did excellent work and tested it thorough;y.
ALL-PRO Handyman Solutions
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Reviewed in September 2019
Merit Home Inspections did a fantastic job inspecting our new home. Ed was thorough, explained everything and was wonderful with the follow ups pertaining to outside testing. Highly recommend
Merit Home Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2019
They were very thorough i their testing and so helpful in educating us about the problem so we could decide how to treat it.
RTK Environmental Group
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Reviewed in April 2019
I was noticing spots on my dishes when washing them and contacted HVWP. Greg came out the next day and tested the water. He was exceptionally informative and explained every part of the test and what the numbers meant. He Was able to determine my water was very hard and explained how the water...
HUDSON VALLEY WELL PUMP SERVICES LLC
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Reviewed in October 2018
Prompt response, friendly and courteous. Clean - explained everything before and during the process. It seems to have significantly reduced mold - post test report shows mold levels in normal range. Much more comfortable in family room. Dave and Matt very easy to work with and quite...
Green Home Solutions of Western CT
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Reviewed in December 2017
Answered the phone themselves which was a huge plus. Very kind and professional, and called back promptly. Technician seemed very knowledgeable and was nice enough to explain what he was doing at each step. However, I do feel like I was completely ripped off by this company. I have since gotten...
Water Dr LLC
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Often found in old insulation, tiles, and roofing materials in pre-1980s buildings.

Asbestos is absolutely cancerous. In fact, around 4% of all lung cancer cases are the result of asbestos exposure. This is why we recommend a full, professional removal and cleaning of any asbestos found in your home. If you are unsure whether there is any present, you should call a pro who will inspect your property.

Yes, most services include testing the generator to ensure functionality. Confirm with your provider.

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

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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