Is asbestos commonly found in older homes?

• <div><p>Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since. </p></div>

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What a great experience! Our AC stopped cooling Saturday night. First thing Sunday I requested online a service call and they were available Monday morning. The technician arrive within the provided window and was immediately cordial and helpful. We live in a downtown condo with the units on...
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Reviewed in August 2024
Highly satisfied with the job done by Nigel and his crew. They came in ran test, found sources of mold in my old basement. Eliminated the sources and also remodeled the shower in the basement as well for almost half the price of the other quotes I received from other companies!!! Thank you guys...
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Reviewed in October 2023
Totally professionals, from the canvasser to the salesmen, to the man who made the gutters on site to the crew who did the install. The owner negotiated an acceptable price that fit my budget. We had rain shortly after the install and they worked as promised. Of course a heavy torrential...
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Reviewed in June 2023
They did a great job, were thorough to explain every step of the process to us, they covered everything in the kitchen not being painted and left the house clean and the way they found it. Would recommend them to others.
GM Painting
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A Professional contacted me via text from Angi about the job. I shared pictures of the house and proposed work via text and we discussed the price and start date. Reached out to the painter 2 days before to discuss colors, but was not ready to start on the proposed start date. Started 2 days...
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Reviewed in May 2020
Excellent. Showed up early, was the 2nd plumber I'd out in a matter of days. Difference is, he explained what was going on and prevention for future problems.
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Great crew and very good work. Professional, hard working, good relationship with the concrete compary so driver was happy to be talked into putting the truck where it needed to be. I have 50 years of experience and too old to do it any more. There guys do it the old fashion way like I always...
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Derreck has been re-glazing the tubs at my apartment complex for over 8 years. Not only does the initial finish look great, but I also know that it stands the test of time. He is easy to get scheduled to help me get the apartments rented on time. Very much appreciate him because otherwise, I...
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We accepted a quote from Lovell's on May 6th for what we were told was a 4-6 day job. We wanted our floors to be whitewashed and sealed with Bona Traffic HD. We already had 4 gallons of the Traffic HD, and the quote specified that the price included our 4 gallons and everything else would be...
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If you hire a dedicated asbestos inspector near you in addition to your local home inspector, it will cost between $200 and $800. If, however, your general home inspector happens to be certified as an asbestos inspector, they can charge you a smaller fee and tack on the cost to the home inspection. In general, home inspectors do not do physical testing, but will provide a visual assessment so you know what you are working with.

Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since.

Professional asbestos testers or environmental consultants are the best people to call to test for asbestos. An asbestos testing company specializes in collecting and analyzing samples and will be the most qualified to do the job for you. An environmental consultant may not specialize in handling asbestos, but should still have the knowledge and know-how to safely collect a sample and send it off for analysis.

Asbestos has many beneficial properties, including fire resistance, strength, and chemical resistance. It is also an excellent insulator, which is why it was used in pipe insulation and other building materials for decades. For all its benefits, asbestos is dangerous for human health, which is why it was eventually banned from use in certain products.

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.

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