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• <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>

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Last update on June 26, 2020

Reviewed in June 2020
Drew was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. He took the time to explain the testing process and reviewed the results in detail. I highlighted recommend him for other homeowners.
Modern Home Optimization
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Reviewed in December 2018
I knew this would be a challenge going into the project as we were dealing with old galvanized pipes - the plumber attempted to just fix the leaky joint but with each repair, created another issue/blockage - I think the job would have taken less time if he would have just cut and replaced all...
Mr. Handyman of the Wichita Metro Area
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Reviewed in July 2018
We are buying a home and the inspector found mold. I called SafeGuard and they came the next day and looked for all the mold present, tested it to determine the type and cause of mold and gave us an estimate to completely remediate it. We hope that the seller will use SafeGuard to remediate...
SafeGuard Restoration Group
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Reviewed in April 2018
He repaired my backflow device and did the annual test. Very professional, and quick! Will definitely do business again.
Harris Lawn Care, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2016
Thorough and detailed inspection, well documented with photos and videos of the various items of defects and areas needing attention. The inspector's services were a good value for the money. The inspector and report exceeded my expectations, with the only exception being that I paid an extra...
SharpSight Home Inspections LLC
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Reviewed in April 2016
Called Tendercare and scheduled required inspection of back flow prevention valve. Service was performed, and a few days later the appropriate documentation for the valve testing arrived along with the invoice. Tendercare is a well ran business. They installed my sprinkler system 4 years ago,...
TenderCare Lawn & Landscape Inc
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Reviewed in August 2014
The initial appointment was on Tuesday. Despite knowing before the appointment that the issue was that the oven wasn't heating properly, they didn't have the necessary equipment to test it, so they had to leave and return. They diagnosed the problem and returned Thursday to install the part....
Affordable Appliance Repair
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Reviewed in December 2013
Jim Bowers came out the same day the Water Department representative told me I had a leak between the meter and my house; what a relief. Counting that as Day 1, Day 3 was a holiday, but by the end of Day 4, my new water line was installed. This project even required a city permit. All of the...
Bowers Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2013
The initial appointment for a system start-up. The technician was late (over an hour) for our afternoon appointment so I called the office who told me he was on his way. He arrived shortly thereafter and proceeded to work on getting the system setup. He was friendly, professional, and seemed...
Lawn Sprinkler Services
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Reviewed in May 2013
Needed verification of radon test by home inspector. Used kit purchased from hardware store, mailed to the lab and recvd report a week later. Test was dead on with home inspectors reading. Peace of mind to know readings matched.
Pro-Lab radon test kit
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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

Asbestos-containing materials are not easily affected by water and do not disintegrate or dissolve when exposed to it. However, porous materials can deteriorate due to water exposure, leading to the release of asbestos fibers into the air. The settling of asbestos fibers can also occur as water makes them heavy, which reduces the risk of airborne exposure, though future disturbance of the materials could cause risk. Wetting asbestos-containing materials does not constitute safe removal, and the proper handling and disposal of asbestos materials should be left to professionals.

Although the use of asbestos has declined since the 1980s, it remains in several different types of building construction materials for insulation and as a fire retardant. Typically, asbestos can be found in materials such as ceiling and floor tiles, heat-resistant fabrics and coatings, and roof shingles. You may also find asbestos in textured paint and patching compounds.

If you own a stereo microscope, you should be able to see the fibers. The stereo microscope often can perform magnification up to 50x. But unless you have experience viewing asbestos fibers, you may not know exactly what you are seeing. Some fibers are curly, while others are long and straight. Blue, brown, white, and gray colored fibers are all possible.

Homes built before the 1990s may contain asbestos, but the only way to be sure is to have your home tested. Hire an asbestos testing and removal service to determine whether you have the hazardous material in your home and the best process for removing or sealing it.

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