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• <div><p>Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2025
Yes he tested and the test was negative! No work was needed. He was on time to my appointment and gave me the exact date he would have the results.
Budget Abatement
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Reviewed in September 2025
I hired Kevin to test for asbestos after a leak in my daughter?s condo. He came fairly quickly and took a single sample to test. He said we?d have the results the either the next day or two days after. We never got the results and he was MIA. Wouldn?t return my emails or texts. Horrible...
All Clean Environmental Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2024
Jolly immediately answered my call and came out within 30 minutes to look at my leaking boiler. He diagnosed that the tank had ruptured and had created unequal pressure which was cause a leak. He didn't have the part, but called first thing the next morning with the part and a quote for the...
Service Right, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
Chuck was thorough with his work.He explained things that we needed to know about asbestos testing, making sure we understood before proceeding to the next step.
Yee Consulting Group, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2020
The professionals explained everything to me as they went and allowed me to commit my own test before approving the job.
Bucca Fix, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2018
Diagnostic test revealed need new drip pan. Part had to be ordered
Affordable Appliance
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Reviewed in March 2018
I wanted the test done immediately. He rearranged his schedule to accommodate my needs. His equipment is excellent. Gives immediate results for each time slice selected.
Find Radon Gas
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Reviewed in June 2017
Neal was quick to respond and schedule a time to come to my house. He took test sample and had the results back to me very quickly. His pricing was very reasonable as well.
Nealco Inspectional Services
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Reviewed in April 2016
Called on Monday and the testing was completed by Wednesday.
Harvard Environmental Services
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Reviewed in December 2014
I called Sam because my contractor had pulled up what seemed like asbestos tile without alerting us to the fact he was going to do this. We were very concerned because we have a 3 year old and did not want her (or us) to be breathing in asbestos fibers. Sam immediately sent over his colleague...
ENVIROTEST LABORATORY INC
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Professional testing is advisable to ensure safety regulations are met, and accurate results are obtained using certified methods.

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.

Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.

No, an N95 mask will not protect against asbestos and many other hazardous materials, such as carbon monoxide, gas, chemical vapors, and other gases. You will need a respirator specifically designed to protect against asbestos. However, if you suspect asbestos is present in your home, hire an asbestos abatement professional immediately and avoid the area until they arrive for the inspection.

Bathroom tiles can contain asbestos, just the same as patio tiles or kitchen tiles. Remember that asbestos was used primarily for its insulative and fire-resistant properties, both of which are desired in a house. Before we knew asbestos caused cancers and other diseases, it made a lot of sense to include it in many different building materials, including bathroom tiles.

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