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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Q: Does knob and tube wiring have asbestos?

• <div><p>Knob and tube wiring is an older type of electrical wiring that's no longer used and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/knob-and-tube-electrical-wiring-safe.htm">generally not considered safe</a>. However, some homes still have it, or may have a knob and tube wiring system that was incorrectly modified or rigged to work with a modern electrical system. Knob and tube wiring may contain asbestos insulation, but the only way to know is to have the material professionally tested.</p></div>

Q: How long does asbestos testing take?

• <div><p>Asbestos testing takes place in two stages&mdash;collection and lab testing. Collection can take less than 20 minutes if a professional manages to get a direct sample. If air samples are required, then the pro will set up a testing device and return to collect it. In both cases, the sample is sent to a lab and results are confirmed or denied usually within one to two days. </p></div>

Q: How much does asbestos testing cost?

• <div><p>The cost for asbestos testing typically ranges from $400 to $800. The final price depends on several factors, including the number of samples needed, the size and age of the property, and the professional's expertise required for comprehensive testing. Larger or older properties may have higher costs.</p></div>

Q: How are samples collected during testing?

• <div><p>Through air sampling devices and surface swabs in key areas of concern.</p></div>

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Last update on January 31, 2020

Reviewed in January 2020
Prompt in follow up. Reasonable price. Plus applied nanoseal product for free in a test area to see how effective it is in keeping mold and mildew from appearing again.
Kelly's Pressuring
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Reviewed in December 2019
tanner francisco did an excellent job in explaining our situation and what testing he would do and why. very experienced in this type of business
Midwest Indoor Air Quality & Associates
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Reviewed in June 2017
first tech was prompt and said my randomly running toilet needed a new flapper. He replaced. It still randomly ran for 5 seconds about once an hr. I recalled ampm, and the owner himself came out. He did a dye test (which the first guy should have done) and said it was the tower seal in the tank....
AM PM Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2016
That came back high on radon. I went in and did a bunch of work. We tested fine after that. The best part is I never had to physically meet them. There was no worst part. They did what they said they would do. They got me the information that I needed.
Professional House Doctors Inc
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Reviewed in December 2015
Builder's plumber...we weren't impressed. We had all kinds of build mistakes including leaks, broken/non-functioning fixtures and Cook Plumbing never tested the water pressure between our home and the street. Thankfully a squeaky kitchen faucet that wouldn't quit squeaking after multiple Cook...
Cook Plumbing
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Reviewed in November 2015
After going through our home he said he didn't see anything that would be a sign of either mold or mildew. He made comments on what we were doing right to prevent it such as boxes and other items in basement up off the floor on pallets, and the way we have our basement ventilated. <br /> I...
Iowa Home Restoration & Repair, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2015
Pete went out of his way to provide me with a home radon test kit and helped to make sure it was set up correctly. I would highly recommend Pete.
Sir Build-A-Lot, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2012
I got them off of Angie's List. I didn't end up using them. They came out to do the job and they were great. They did a really good job. I was getting a smell from my vent area and I was afraid that there could be an animal in there or something. I just wasn't sure and I ended up finding...
Service Legends Heating & Cooling
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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.

Knob and tube wiring is an older type of electrical wiring that's no longer used and generally not considered safe. However, some homes still have it, or may have a knob and tube wiring system that was incorrectly modified or rigged to work with a modern electrical system. Knob and tube wiring may contain asbestos insulation, but the only way to know is to have the material professionally tested.

Asbestos testing takes place in two stages—collection and lab testing. Collection can take less than 20 minutes if a professional manages to get a direct sample. If air samples are required, then the pro will set up a testing device and return to collect it. In both cases, the sample is sent to a lab and results are confirmed or denied usually within one to two days.

The cost for asbestos testing typically ranges from $400 to $800. The final price depends on several factors, including the number of samples needed, the size and age of the property, and the professional's expertise required for comprehensive testing. Larger or older properties may have higher costs.

Through air sampling devices and surface swabs in key areas of concern.

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