Is asbestos commonly found in older homes?

• <div><p>Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since. </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>

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E&L Junk Removal Services
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Reviewed in December 2023
Nice guy, did work quickly, time will tell if the leak was fixed.
KB Construction
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Reviewed in November 2021
It went very well, our experience with the company for 7 years are really good, very prompt, professional and thrall on his cleaning.
The Maids of Southern Montgomery County
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Reviewed in August 2021
I didn't care for the sales rep. First, he forgot his water test kit. He also ran down competitive water companies, which is not a good sales practice. Aside from my personal issues with the rep, I liked the features of their systems, and went ahead with the install. The installer was very...
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Reviewed in July 2021
I was very satisfied with the work that was performed
K&K Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in October 2018
All I needed done were my filters changed this time so it was quick and painless. He tested the water before and after and everything was in spec. Answered the questions I had too. I do the convenience plan so I didn’t have to pay at the time of maintenance and saved so money too. It was about...
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Installation of furnace & air was done on time and with no problems. But here's the rub. I needed new air, but the <b><i></i></b> <i><b>only </b></i>reason I replaced the furnace was because my power company is offering a $900 rebate. $1600 in all for both furnace & air. To get this rebate ,...
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I called Daltons out in December to check my furnace because it was making a noise. They told me nothing was wrong. Not once did they mention I needed a new furnace. I paid them $65.00 for coming out to do the diagnostic tests. Within five weeks, my furnace had broken down. I called them out...
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Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since.

Federal law doesn’t require homeowners to disclose the presence of asbestos in their home, but some states and local municipalities may require it. That is why it’s important to test an older home for asbestos and other health hazards before moving forward with a sale.

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.

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.

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