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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We have used Clear Water Pump and Well for our maintenance and repairs of our well. Additionally, they performed a water test for us to check for any impurities or bacteria in our water. They are efficient- They are helpful- They do a great job!!!!! Will continue to use this company and...
Clear Water Pump and Well Service, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2019
I found everyone from this organization to be capable and professional. The inspector came on time, sat down with us to get the complete back story, did a complete inspection of the house and explained the process and procedure. He was extremely patient and thorough in responding to all our...
Mold Spotters
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Reviewed in October 2018
I had been trying to figure out what was going on with my well water for years! I knew I had calcium in my water which created all sorts of issues including scale, especially in my tankless hot water heater, but also in my dishwasher. I've lost track of how many times I have needed to replace my...
Olde Colony Clean Water Inc
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Reviewed in March 2018
Excellent customer service! We were in need of asbestos testing after a tree had fallen through our roof sending potentially asbestos containing insulation everywhere. Chuck contacted us within minutes of placing a request, sent a tech to our house to collect the samples first thing the next...
Yee Consulting Group, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2018
They were great. They came right away despite it being a very busy time of year. They set up the asbestos testing (they do not do this themselves but refer out) and connected me with the company so I could easily schedule a time for them to come out and test.
CRAFTECH
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Reviewed in September 2017
Excellent. Tyler, the tech., explained what he was doing, why he was doing it, what the result would be and asked what questions I had. Very professional. Tested everything in front of me and even swept up the dirt and debris under the stove!!
Poirier Sales & Service
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Reviewed in November 2016
The pre-sales test is rather convincing, but the service and professionalism once you sign is awful. First, the Kinetico system is way too expensive. If you get it, know that the parts are expensive and can only be received through few vendors. We had over 10+ technicians back to our house to...
PREMIER WATER SYSTEMS
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Reviewed in April 2016
Professional and responds quickly. Test results were back in a timely manner
Nealco Inspectional Services
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Reviewed in June 2014
<p>Very patient in our lengthy decision making process. No pressure at any time. Provided a huge array of options and gave advice when requested. Very knowledgeable and experienced, so advice and suggestions were extremely helpful. </p> <p>Price was all inclusive, no hidden extras. When...
Kitchen Tune Up Southeast Mass & Rhode Island
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Reviewed in January 2014
He was prompt, completed test and had results back in 3 days.
PowerBees Incorporated
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It can be safe to live in a house with asbestos as long as the asbestos-containing materials are intact, in good condition, and not disturbed. Asbestos becomes dangerous only when its fibers are released into the air, which happens if the material is damaged, crumbling, or disturbed during renovation work. If you suspect asbestos is present, do not disturb it. Instead of removal, materials in good condition can sometimes be encapsulated. It is recommended to have regular professional inspections to monitor the condition of the asbestos and prevent health risks from potential exposure.

Because of the danger of inhaling asbestos fibers, figuring out through testing whether your popcorn ceiling contains asbestos is definitely worth it. If the popcorn ceiling texture has asbestos, remove it as soon as possible to keep your family safe. Any home built in or before the 1980s that has popcorn ceilings could have asbestos, necessitating testing. Asbestos carries several health risks for people who inhale it, including the increased chance of developing lung cancer in the future.

Testing and analysis take 10 days to 2 weeks. Expedited services are available for urgent situations typically requiring higher fees.

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.

No, but it’s common that they do. Gravity furnaces weren’t terribly efficient so wrapping either the ductwork in asbestos, the furnace itself, or both, was something done regularly. This allowed the system to retain more heat. At the time, this greatly enhanced the efficiency of the furnaces but it wasn’t until later that we became aware of just how carcinogenic and dangerous asbestos could be.

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