Do I need to be worried about asbestos?

• <div><p>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. </p></div>

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Q: What years was asbestos used in floor tiles?

• <div><p>Asbestos was most commonly produced and integrated into building products from the 1920s to the late 1980s. In reality, asbestos use should have ceased much sooner because asbestos was linked to cancer in studies produced as early as the 1950s. You can even extend that number past the 1980s due to stockpiled materials and because some countries treat asbestos use differently. It may also be found more in commercial applications than residential.</p></div>

Q: What should you do if you are exposed to asbestos?

• <div><p>Do not panic if you are exposed to asbestos. The illnesses associated with asbestos exposure are rare. If you are concerned about exposure, talk to your doctor, especially if you are having any respiratory symptoms, such as coughing or difficulty breathing. They may recommend imaging to get a view of the insides of your organs and determine if scarring or growths are present.</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: Can you cover asbestos tile with carpet?

• <div><p>While it's possible to cover asbestos tile with carpet, it's not recommended. Encapsulating tile beneath carpet doesn't eliminate the health risks. Over time, the asbestos tiles could degrade, releasing fibers into the air and potentially contaminating the carpet. Disturbance during carpet installation or removal might also release fibers.</p></div>

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Reviewed in April 2021
The process was pretty smooth. The company was attentive to any concerns or questions I had and assured they were addressed to my satisfaction before they left.I have already recommended them to my aunt and a couple people at my church. And they listened to me about the weather concerns here in...
Continental Siding Supply, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2021
He was fast friendly trustworthy and left job site clean was reasonably priced and did good work. Allen. In Oakley KS
JH & Sons
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Reviewed in August 2019
I would and I have recommended him.
Reyes Handyman Services
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Reviewed in August 2019
The crew was very prompt, quick, and respectful.
American Builders
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Reviewed in August 2019
Dakota did a great job on our yard clean up! He is a very respectful young man and I completely recommend him for these services.
Gordon's LLC
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Reviewed in May 2017
Responsible, prompt, knowledgable, and did excellent work. They did a quality job.
Family Garage Door
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Reviewed in October 2015
Very professional and showed up when they said they would. Came two different times in order to get color match correct so they are very conscientious about their work.
Home Sweet Home Painting, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2014
Very professional and honest. Suggested not cleaning some white upholstery since it would probably not look very good - I appreciated Tony's honesty.
1st Resort Carpet Cleaning
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Reviewed in July 2011
Overall the experience was a good one. We were disappointed in the salesman. The company seemed to care when we told them but I don't know that anything was done about it. <br /> We plan on using this company for siding too.
Woodbridge Home Exteriors
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Reviewed in October 2010
Nick worked very hard to make some doors for us to seal off drafty eaves. The finished product looks nice and he was very proud of his craftsmanship. Though the project took longer than expected, Nick stayed within our budget and always called to let us know if he was going to be delayed.
Total Home Concepts
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Asbestos was most commonly produced and integrated into building products from the 1920s to the late 1980s. In reality, asbestos use should have ceased much sooner because asbestos was linked to cancer in studies produced as early as the 1950s. You can even extend that number past the 1980s due to stockpiled materials and because some countries treat asbestos use differently. It may also be found more in commercial applications than residential.

Do not panic if you are exposed to asbestos. The illnesses associated with asbestos exposure are rare. If you are concerned about exposure, talk to your doctor, especially if you are having any respiratory symptoms, such as coughing or difficulty breathing. They may recommend imaging to get a view of the insides of your organs and determine if scarring or growths are present.

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.

While it's possible to cover asbestos tile with carpet, it's not recommended. Encapsulating tile beneath carpet doesn't eliminate the health risks. Over time, the asbestos tiles could degrade, releasing fibers into the air and potentially contaminating the carpet. Disturbance during carpet installation or removal might also release fibers.

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.

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