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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Q: Will homeowners’ insurance cover the removal of asbestos siding?

• <div><p>Homeowners&rsquo; insurance doesn&rsquo;t often cover the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/asbestos-siding-removal-cost.htm">cost to remove asbestos siding</a>, which averages about $2,900. Insurance policies treat the removal of asbestos siding as regular home maintenance, which insurance doesn&rsquo;t cover. If your siding suffers damage in a storm, though, it&rsquo;s possible the insurer may cover the replacement cost, even if the damaged siding contains asbestos.</p></div>

Q: What should you do if you touch asbestos?

• <div><p>If you think you&rsquo;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&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: Is it legal to cover asbestos tile with new flooring?

• <div><p>The legality of covering asbestos tile with new flooring can vary by location. In some cities, it is not legal to cover asbestos tile due to the risk of causing fibers to become airborne. While a professional method called encapsulation can seal the asbestos in place, it is not always an appropriate solution. In other areas, covering the tile is a legal and reasonable option to prevent fibers from spreading and reduce health hazards. However, the best long-term solution is to have the asbestos professionally and completely removed from your home.</p></div>

Q: Can you gut a house down to the studs if you think it has asbestos?

• <div><p>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, <b>this must be done under the supervision of licensed remediation experts.</b> </p></div>

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The installer Joe was amazing, One man one day remove and instill a walk in shower. When you get quotes be sure to get the best price. They start at the highest and you need to get what you can afford. Be mindful they always quote highest and best product.
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Extremely courteous, professional and careful with property. Large brush pile was removed in a timely manner. Reasonable cost. Will definitely recommend services.
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They were very serious about their work. They worked hard and efficiently so that I didnâ t waste my time waiting on them. They removed my leaves with care and took care of my property. I appreciate the effort put forth to make my yard look spectacular.
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Hired to trim and remove trees. Worked with us on specific needs. Trimmed and fell trees, removed stumps, removed debris, raked and seeded. Great job!
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They work hard. Did an excellent job removing the tree. Cleaned up the yard and removed the stump in a great way. There wasnâ t anything I had to do after they left. They were really nice people. I would recommend them to anyone that needs tree service.
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It went very well. They were very professional. They also cleaned my carpet and removed a stain that I was told by Stanley cleaners it wouldn’t come out. They work quickly and very efficient.
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Very prompt, Did a beautiful job even saved us from having a tree fall on our new deck, as they started trimming it, they found it was rotten Ion the middle of the trunk and had at sometime been hit by lightning. Removed our fence to avoid it being damaged when took trees down and for cleanup as...
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We have used DeLong's snow removal services for the past two winters, and they have cleared the snow from our driveway, front walk and front steps promptly after the snowfalls.
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They did a beautiful job! They were very efficient. They came in and in no time at all, had the old cement out and removed extra dirt and grass to make room for the new, larger patio. They didn't waste any time and it still looks great!
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Asbestos Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

Homeowners’ insurance doesn’t often cover the cost to remove asbestos siding, which averages about $2,900. Insurance policies treat the removal of asbestos siding as regular home maintenance, which insurance doesn’t cover. If your siding suffers damage in a storm, though, it’s possible the insurer may cover the replacement cost, even if the damaged siding contains asbestos.

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.

The legality of covering asbestos tile with new flooring can vary by location. In some cities, it is not legal to cover asbestos tile due to the risk of causing fibers to become airborne. While a professional method called encapsulation can seal the asbestos in place, it is not always an appropriate solution. In other areas, covering the tile is a legal and reasonable option to prevent fibers from spreading and reduce health hazards. However, the best long-term solution is to have the asbestos professionally and completely removed from your home.

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.

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