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 need to be worried about asbestos?

• <div>If your home was built before 1989 and still has original vinyl, there’s a high probability of asbestos mixed into the old flooring, which can harm you and your family if it’s disturbed from removal. If you suspect that you have asbestos, you’ll want to call in <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/asbestos-abatement/">an asbestos removal expert</a> to evaluate the situation. </div>

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Do not recommend. After using Herzog Kitchen and Bath for a successful kitchen remodel many years ago, we turned to them when it was time for a master bath remodel. Herzog was so off the mark with a design plan that we ended up hiring a designer outside of their company. At this point we were...
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Reviewed in April 2023
Zach was the tech that provided the service! He finished quickly and even tested the pump at my request. Great service and great price! I highly recommend Zach and Premier Remodeling!!
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Reviewed in September 2021
Hired Pro on 09/23/21 introduced himself and worker. He ran snake in drain 3 times told me he heard a pop and it was open. Very professional took his word for it. Explained that if they came back another 150. I told him we could not test it for open because stepson had come on Saturday hook up...
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Reviewed in September 2020
Very great team that works well together. Tested water to provide specific issues with my water quality and provided options without breaking the bank. Quick to respond from consult to installation. Would highly recommend over others who were less responsive.
Trionics Superior Water
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Reviewed in September 2019
I was promised results of my air quality test and NEVER received them when asked. Also they push you to talk to their remedy people to buy a kit to fix any mold you have according to their results which you NEVER get.
Mold Test Company IL
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Reviewed in August 2018
We wanted the house inspected because we were buying it. He did a thorough enough job of examining the outside and inside of the house. One thing that he didn't do... He didn't pull some building materials away from the basement storage area to examine the basement wall for cracks. I...
Greensmith Home Inspection, LLC
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Very knowledgeable and friendly. It was too cold to test for refrigerant. Will come back for that if an issue
Air Comfort Service Inc
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I had a mold inspection completed to verify that everything was ok in our house since we are going to have a child soon. Jim was very professional and extremely knowledgeable about everything having to do with mold. He did a very thorough inspection. I was assuming I would need an air test...
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It could have been better;-definitely leaving not satisfied about the contractor?s performance considering the motto on their website is ?exceptional customer service?. To give some credit, they have a nice showroom and the owner was a good source for selection and designing cabinets to the...
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I initially heard about the bad health risks associated with Radon over the last year. It came as a public service announcement in which the announcer suggests having your basement tested for Radon exposure. This naturally occurring odorless gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer. ...
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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 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

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 your home was built before 1989 and still has original vinyl, there’s a high probability of asbestos mixed into the old flooring, which can harm you and your family if it’s disturbed from removal. If you suspect that you have asbestos, you’ll want to call in an asbestos removal expert to evaluate the situation.

If you suspect exposure to asbestos, prioritize seeking medical advice by informing your healthcare provider about the potential exposure with clear details about the circumstances that led to the exposure. Regular health check-ups and screenings if you work in high-risk industries or live in a home with asbestos are essential for early detection of any asbestos-related conditions. You should also consider consulting occupational health experts or legal professionals for guidance on potential next steps and preventive measures.

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