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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Reviewed in April 2025
Robert did a fantastic job. The initial diagnosis was a cartridge replacement for the mix valve in our shower, but upon disassembly he found that the entire valve assembly was corroded beyond rescue due to our acid water, so the entire valve had to be replaced. Despite the major surgery, he did...
NORTHCOAST PLUMBING & HEATING
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Reviewed in October 2022
John was amazing and incredibly skilled at refinishing my beautiful red oak floors that are 36 years old and they look brand new. I think he was just as excited about the finished results as I was. Great guy and a consummate professionalÃ Â¢Ã Â Ã Â¦Highly recommend him.
Ace Hardwood Flooring
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Reviewed in August 2022
Certa Pro did a very good job on the lower level of our home. They were on time, on schedule, job looks great and cleaned up at the end. Will use them to do the upper level.
CertaPro Painters of Westchester County
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Reviewed in August 2022
Robert of Northcoast Plumbing was extremely responsive to my needs and 100% professional. It is hard to get service professionals to respond timely in the outer cape, so I'm extremely lucky to have found such a knowledgeable and truly responsive plumber.
Northcoast Plumbing&Heating
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Reviewed in June 2021
I wanted them to fix my Fujitsu mini-split and confessor and this is what happened. They made me wait 2 weeks for an appointment knowing I had no AC. The day of the point they text me to say that they are slammed with emergency calls and they need to reschedule my service for another day, ...
Addario, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2021
Prompt, reliable and very pleasant. Explained the septic problem thoroughly. I would recommend him highly.
Rooter Ryan
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Reviewed in November 2020
I had heard good things about Aitoro and went two weeks ago and based on a friend’s recommendation met with Jesse Vargas. We went thru the store and afterwards he indicated that we would be hearing from him shortly. Two weeks have passed and can’t get any information. Tried to call and email but...
Aitoro Appliance & Electronics
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Reviewed in March 2018
Due to the demand for generators after the hurricane storms during the fall of 2017, our October project was forced into the first week of January. The vendor did an excellent job on the technical side with the installation and made the portable generator and it’s accoutrements easy enough for...
Nicholas Electric, Corp.
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Reviewed in December 2017
They showed up when they said they would and provided me the results of the testing within 24 hours. Very easy to work with
Indoor Doctor, LLC
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DIY kits are available, but professional testing ensures accurate results and compliance with regulations.

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.

Hiring a professional for mold and toxic material testing ensures precise identification of harmful substances within a home. Professionals utilize specialized equipment and techniques, providing accurate results that inform proper removal strategies, safeguarding occupant health.

It is strongly advised not to touch or disturb asbestos-containing materials unless necessary. Asbestos fibers can be released into the air when the material is damaged or disturbed, posing serious health risks if inhaled. It is best to leave any handling of asbestos to trained professionals who can remove the asbestos safely.

Services test for allergens, mold, VOCs, and carbon monoxide levels to ensure a healthy indoor environment.

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