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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>

Q: Can you touch an asbestos roof?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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: Are asbestos removal contractors required to have any certifications?

• <div><p>Currently, there is no federal licensing mandate for asbestos removal contractors. However, certain cities and states require certification and specialized training. For example, in New York, those handling asbestos must receive an Asbestos Handler Certification. The mandates dictating the necessary training or certifications vary based on state and local laws.</p></div>

Q: Is it okay to live in a house with asbestos siding?

• <div><p>It's okay to live in a house with asbestos siding as long as it's intact. Asbestos siding in good condition poses minimal risk since the fibers remain bound. If the siding is damaged, or deteriorating, or if renovations are planned that may disturb it, the risk of exposure increases significantly. Consult a professional asbestos inspector to assess the situation and provide recommendations.</p></div>

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Last update on November 23, 2025

Reviewed in September 2024
I hired Les to demolish an old junk-filled garage and everything went smoothly. He was very prompt with his communication and everything was done exactly as expected. I was impressed with how clean they left everything. I highly recommend choosing Les Is More Junk Removal.
Les is More Junk Removal
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Reviewed in January 2023
Installer came on time and was able to remove our old tub and liner and install new walk - in shower for us all in about 6 hours. He did an excellent job cleaning up afterwards also. We couldn't be more satsified. Thanks Bath Planet
Bath Planet of Rochester
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Reviewed in October 2016
They are great, and we have referred him to several people. I think they are fair on price. The price is different when they do the garden care and they also do our snow removal. The price depends on what is being done. They keep their own schedule, and I don't care, I just want it done.
JB Lawncare & Snow Removal
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Reviewed in June 2016
I had made a rookie mistake by tying to perform what appeared to be a simple task, remove and sharpen my lawn mower blade. Of course, I did not bother to look up and read the owner's manual, so after removing the blade, sharpening it and putting it back on, the mower was hard to start, and when...
Don's Mower Shop
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Reviewed in June 2013
He started out thinking it might be necessary to remove the toilet and redo a bunch of stuff. As he worked through it, he was able to figure out a couple of other things. It turned out to be much simpler and worked fine at the end. It was not a very expensive job. He was very careful about doing...
GULLIFORD SEPTIC TANK SERVICE
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Reviewed in August 2012
He is the only asbestos roofing contractor in the area who is certified to handle the work and disposal the materials. He was here right on time at 7:30 am this morning. We are happy with the work so far. We had previously hired him and were happy with the work then as well. He once came out in...
Bash Pepper Roofing Company
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Reviewed in November 2007
The owner came out and measured my fireplace. The store then mailed me estimates for all of the doors available for my type of fireplace. The store called me when the doors came in and we scheduled a day for installation. The worker arrived on time and removed the old doors, installed the new...
STEVE SCULLY FIREPLACE REPAIR, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2007
I had a cast iron kitchen sink with matching drains. The paint on the drains had peeled off. I bought new brushed chrome drains. He removed the old ones and replaced them with the new ones. He had to remove the garbage disposal to do it. Also made a trip to the hardware store to buy new drain...
Pop's Toolchest
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Environmental Services Corp

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Environmental Services Corp

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We specialize in Asbestos Testing, Asbestos Removal, Mold Mitigation, Demolition, concrete Epoxy Flooring, Flood Restoration, Cleaning services, and general home repairs. Contact us for a free estimate. With 20 years of experience, we stand out Keeping Your Space Safe.

"Marcos was friendly and fast, and flexible in scheduling. He and his crew did a great job for us in removing asbestos tiles from our basement flooring so we could have interior drain tiling installed. In the process, they also discovered some mold, which they were able to deal with at the same time. He came with a large crew, so they finished a large job very quickly. The space was well cleaned afterwards, and we received the necessary clearances. Highly recommend."

Kirsty C on June 2025

"Marcos was friendly and fast, and flexible in scheduling. He and his crew did a great job for us in removing asbestos tiles from our basement flooring so we could have interior drain tiling installed. In the process, they also discovered some mold, which they were able to deal with at the same time. He came with a large crew, so they finished a large job very quickly. The space was well cleaned afterwards, and we received the necessary clearances. Highly recommend."

Kirsty C on June 2025

Bash Pepper Roofing Company

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Bash Pepper Roofing Company

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Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 98% of Angi customers

Area's oldest roofing company providing expert roofing, gutters, windows, siding and doors. 24 hour live person to call! Emergency repairs and simple gutter/drain cleanings, we will help you with all your needs anytime. Call for your business and residential needs.

"They did great job. They were professional and got the job done in a timely manner"

Amy G on June 2020

"They did great job. They were professional and got the job done in a timely manner"

Amy G on June 2020

Asbestos Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

Currently, there is no federal licensing mandate for asbestos removal contractors. However, certain cities and states require certification and specialized training. For example, in New York, those handling asbestos must receive an Asbestos Handler Certification. The mandates dictating the necessary training or certifications vary based on state and local laws.

It's okay to live in a house with asbestos siding as long as it's intact. Asbestos siding in good condition poses minimal risk since the fibers remain bound. If the siding is damaged, or deteriorating, or if renovations are planned that may disturb it, the risk of exposure increases significantly. Consult a professional asbestos inspector to assess the situation and provide recommendations.

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